Newfield Central School District is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new Anatomy & Physiology course, a groundbreaking opportunity for our students and an exciting addition to our curriculum. Led by teacher Ashley King, this class has quickly become a highlight for a fantastic group of motivated juniors and seniors.
The course is offered in partnership with Northeast College of Health Sciences in Seneca Falls, giving students the chance to explore human anatomy and physiology at a true college level. Over the year, students investigate the body’s structures—organs, tissues, and systems—while examining the functions that sustain life. Upon successful completion, participants earn four college credits, providing them with a valuable head start toward future careers in healthcare, medicine, and the sciences.
One of the most remarkable aspects of this course is its hands-on learning component. Students attend lab sessions at Northeast College’s Anatomy Center, where they engage in unforgettable experiences such as cadaver dissections and interactive work with advanced digital tools, including 3D Anatomage tables. These opportunities extend far beyond what most high school students encounter, immersing them in cutting-edge biomedical education and technology.
This week, students visited the cadaver lab at Northeast College—a rare and extraordinary opportunity at the high school level. The experience brought classroom learning to life in a powerful way, inspiring many students to deepen their appreciation for the complexity of the human body. Our students approached the visit with respect and maturity, demonstrating the professionalism that such advanced study requires.
Director of Curriculum and Instruction Sunshine Miller expressed gratitude to Ms. King for her dedication to leading this innovative course, noting, “We are excited to offer our students the chance to engage in this challenging, hands-on curriculum that connects directly to college-level learning and careers in healthcare.”
High School Principal Ed Medina echoed that excitement, adding, “This is the kind of real-world learning that makes education meaningful. It prepares our students not only for future studies but also for the responsibilities and opportunities awaiting them in the health and science fields.”
With a strong start and 21 students already enrolled, Newfield’s new Anatomy & Physiology course is more than just a class; it is an inspiring step toward preparing our students for the future.