COURSE ID: PLPH3601

Environmental Science A

Current 2025-26
Start Date: August 18, 2025
End Date: May 29, 2026
District: Sheridan County School District #1
Grade Levels: 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Provider: Cowboy State Virtual Academy

In Environmental Science, students will learn about different Earth systems, how they interact with each other, and how humans impact these systems. Students will look at the scientific bases for land, water, atmosphere, and biosphere systems; discuss several environmental problems; analyze possible solutions; delve into laws already in existence; and discuss any possible future laws. Critical thinking will be required, as well as the ability to argue points from both sides of an issue. Throughout the course, there will be lab investigations, including video labs, to reinforce scientific concepts and skills.