SCIENCE :
Environmental Science Honors :
Fall : Environmental Science incorporates both physical and biological sciences in the study of the environment . The course includes both quantitative analysis of data from laboratory and field investigations as well as qualitative analysis of environmental issues and the cultural decisionmaking process . Fall semester of Environmental Science typically includes an overview of environmental issues , and more in-depth studies of Earth systems and resources , the living world , and population . Specific course topics may vary based on students ’ curricular needs .
Spring : The course aims to provide students with the scientific principles , concepts , and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world , to identify and analyze environmental problems both naturally and human related , to see the risks associated with these problems , and to look at alternative solutions for resolving and / or preventing them . Spring semester of Environmental Science typically includes land and water use , energy resources and consumption , pollution , and global change , though specific course topics may vary based on students ’ curricular needs .
AP Environmental Science :
Fall : AP Environmental Science prompts students to explore and investigate the interrelationships of the natural world and analyze environmental problems , both natural and human-made . They take part in laboratory investigations and field work . Skills acquired include : explaining environmental concepts and processes ; analyzing data , visual representations , and writings ; applying quantitative methods in solving problems ; proposing a solution for an environmental problem and supporting it with evidence ; and analyzing a research study to identify a hypothesis . Fall units are aligned with College Board units 1-5 . Students are regularly exposed to AP practice problems and online progress checks .
Spring : AP Environmental Science prompts students to explore and investigate the interrelationships of the natural world and analyze environmental problems , both natural and human-made . They take part in laboratory investigations and field work . Skills acquired include : explaining environmental concepts and processes ; analyzing data , visual representations , and writings ; applying quantitative methods in solving problems ; proposing a solution for an environmental problem and supporting it with evidence ; and analyzing a research study to identify a hypothesis . Spring units are aligned with College Board units 6-9 . Students are regularly exposed to AP practice problems and online progress checks .
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