College Environmental Science

College/Honors Environmental Science is designed for students who have demonstrated a strong aptitude for science and a passion for understanding the complex interactions between the natural world and human activity. The course will provide an in-depth exploration of environmental science through a project-based approach that emphasizes practical application of concepts learned in Integrated Science, Chemistry, Biology, AP/College Biology, and AP/College Chemistry. Throughout the course, students will work collaboratively to investigate and analyze real-world environmental issues. Students will apply their knowledge and skills to assess the environmental impact of human activity, identify potential solutions to environmental problems, and evaluate the efficacy of different environmental policies. 

In addition to classroom instruction and independent research, students in this course will have the opportunity to work with local partners to gain hands-on experience in the field of environmental science. Collaborating with organizations such as the Bureau of Land Management, US Forest Service, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and US Fish and Wildlife Service, students will participate in field trips and service projects that provide real-world application of the concepts they are learning in the classroom. These partnerships will also provide students with opportunities to network with professionals in the field, explore potential career paths, and deepen their understanding of the complex issues facing our local and global environment. This course content closely mirrors the National AP Environmental Science Curriculum but with a focus on our local community.  College credit is offered for this course through Central Oregon Community College (see the course syllabus for more details).