Enrollment Information

Advanced Placement Environmental Science

This laboratory science course provides students with the scientific concepts and methodologies required to understand the interrelationships of the natural world, to identify and analyze environmental problems both natural and human-made, to evaluate the risks associated with these problems, and to examine alternative solutions for resolving and/or preventing them. The following themes provide the foundation for this course: Science is a process, energy conversions underlie all ecological processes, the Earth itself is one interconnected system, humans alter natural systems, environmental problems have a cultural and social context, and human survival depends on developing practices that result in sustainable systems. This course prepares students for the Environmental Science Advanced Placement Examination.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
SC5100A - SC5100B
Course Duration
2 Semesters
Course Credit
1.0
Course Fee
$10.00
Prerequisite
Biology or Honors Biology, Algebra 1

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Aug 19, 2026

2026 Superintendent’s Town Hall Meetings

St. Vrain Valley Schools invites parents, teachers, staff, and community members to join Superintendent Dr. Jackie Kapushion, for one of our upcoming Superintendent Town Hall meetings. These annual forums, in each of our geographic areas provide an opportunity for Dr. Kapushion and district leaders to listen to our community’s questions and suggestions, celebrate successes, and […]

Mar 7, 2025

Class of 2026 Updates/Novedades sobre los Graduados de 2026

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Sep 16, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Schools Hosts Annual Musical Instrument Drive

St. Vrain’s Fine Arts department is hosting its annual musical instrument collection drive. Members of the community are invited to donate gently used instruments to St. Vrain Valley Schools’ music program and receive a donation receipt from the St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation. There are two drop-off dates at the Lincoln School building on […]