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Environmental Science at WLHS

Forest Management students use clinometers. A big thank you to ONREF for providing funds
Forest Management students use clinometers. A big thank you to ONREF for providing funds
Forest Management Students receive a tour from a OSU Extension Forester at Hopkins Demonstration Forest.
Forest Management Students receive a tour from a OSU Extension Forester at Hopkins Demonstration Forest.
Rare bird sighting outside of WLHS
Student shows botany project
Student identifies a plant
Ethnobotany students
Group of Ethnobotany students
Rare Plant Identification near Mt Hood
Field Scientist discusses rare plant study
Salmon spawning area in Salmon Creek Wilderness
Student looks at marine organism
Student investigates marine biology
Investigating low tide
Exploring a temperate rainforest
Learning about Malheur Wildlife refuge
Learning about marine biology
Spotting a rare species
Class photo at Malheur Wildlife Refuge
High School intern makes Macroinvertebrate field guide
PGE Environmental Scientist job shadow field trip
High School interns work with Botanist at Metro Native Plant center
Bird study in Corvalis
Permaculture student prepares the soil 2
Permaculture students get ready to plant
Permaculture students get ready the soil ready
Permaculture students prepare the grounds with nutrients
Permaculture students prepare the grounds with nutrients 4
Preparing the grounds with nutrients 5
Permaculture field work
Working as a team
Helping prepare soil nutrients

Program at a Glance

Do you like nature and learning about science?


If so, joining the Environmental Science CTE program is the perfect fit for you! You will learn how humans impact the environment and ways we can work together to solve these environmental problems. As you advance through classes, you will learn about geology, ecology, plant and bird identification, and sustainable agriculture. You will have a chance to work alongside real scientists and attend amazing nature-based field trips! Many CTE students also participate in the CTE Environmental Science club and participate in many nature outings. Check out the club's website.

Environmental Science CTE classes meet graduation requirements and help you gain skills for various careers in environmental science. Even if you do not end up in this career path, you will gain valuable skills that will transfer to the path you end up choosing. Participating in a CTE program looks great on your resume and on college applications!

How to join the program: When you select your elective class(es) choose one of the introductory class(es) to see if it is a fit for you. If you like the class, then you can take the intermediate and advanced classes throughout high school. Students who complete 3 credits in the Environmental Science CTE program receive a cord at graduation. 

 

 

 

INTRODUCTORY COURSES

INTERMEDIATE COURSES

ADVANCED COURSES

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