COURSE ID: V03001

Earth Science*

Current 2026-27
Start Date: August 19, 2026
End Date: May 28, 2027
District: Big Horn County School District #2
Grade Levels: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Provider: BGH2 Virtual Academy

In Earth Science, students explore theories about the formation of Earth and examine the history of our planet. They investigate the geologic processes that continually shape Earth’s surface and interior. Students study climate and environmental systems, including the impact of human activities on Earth’s climate. The course also examines Earth’s place within the solar system and the universe, as well as the planet’s renewable and nonrenewable resources. Students conclude the course with an exploration of Earth’s atmosphere and oceans, gaining a deeper understanding of the interconnected systems that support life on Earth.