According to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards; "Science, engineering, and technology influence and permeate every aspect of modern life. Some knowledge of science and engineering is required to engage with the major public policy issues of today as well as to make informed everyday decisions, such as selecting among alternative medical treatments or determining how to invest public funds for water supply options. In addition, understanding science and the extraordinary insights it has produced can be meaningful and relevant on a personal level, opening new worlds to explore and offering lifelong opportunities for enriching people's lives. In these contexts, learning science is important for everyone, even those who eventually choose careers in fields other than science or engineering." 

The Raritan High School Science Department has adopted this mindset and we strive to provide our students with the science and engineering skills needed to excel in our technological world and be able to meet future challenges.  We undertake this mission by utilizing student-centered activities and inquiry-based learning to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

We offer a variety of courses and activities to meet the needs of all our students.  In addition, students can elect to take courses in Advanced Placement Physics, Advanced Placement Biology, Advanced Placement Chemistry or Advanced Placement Environmental Science.  Furthermore, students who are interested in pursuing a career in the medical field can enroll in our dual enrollment courses with Rutgers University.  Our students also participate in the Science League where they compete against teams from local schools in Physics, Biology and Chemistry.