Course Description:

invites students to embark on an immersive journey into the heart of Earth's hydrosphere, where the intricate dynamics of water shape our planet's landscapes and sustain life as we know it. Through a blend of scientific inquiry, environmental exploration, and real-world applications, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the pivotal role that water plays in Earth's surface processes.

This class provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand and appreciate the critical importance of water in Earth's surface processes. By exploring the structure, functions, and human interactions within the hydrosphere, students will emerge with a deeper understanding of the complex relationships that shape our planet's dynamic water systems.

This class also has an environmental exploration (field trip) component that will be accessible to students in the New Hampshire-Maine-Massachusetts region. An exploration day at Odiorne State Park in Rye NH and freshwater field trip day to the Lamprey River in the Epping/Exeter area are planned. A virtual option will be offered for students outside of the area.

Duration: 9/13-10/25 (6 weeks)

High School Credit: .25 in NH

Cost: $400

Course Description

Description:Students embark on an exploration of Earth's lithosphere, delving into the fascinating world of rocks, tectonic plates, and geological processes. Through a blend of scientific theory, real-world examples, and environmental explorations, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how Earth's lithosphere functions and evolves over time. This class provides a foundational understanding of Earth's lithosphere, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to navigate the dynamic interactions between geology, the environment, and human society.

This class also has an environmental exploration (field trip) component that will be accessible to students in the New Hampshire-Maine-Massachusetts region. A virtual option will be offered for students outside of the area.

High School Credit: .25 in NH

Duration: 6 weeks

Cost: 400

Course Description:

Earth’s atmosphere invites students to embark on a fascinating journey into the dynamic realm of Earth's atmosphere, where complex processes shape our weather, climate, and environmental health. Through a blend of scientific inquiry, data analysis, and practical application, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the structure, composition, and functioning of our planet's atmospheric system.

The course begins with an exploration of the structure and composition of Earth's atmosphere, examining its layers and the distribution of gasses that make up its composition. Students will learn about the roles of key atmospheric components such as nitrogen, oxygen, and greenhouse gasses in regulating Earth's climate and supporting life.

Human activities' impact on air quality will be a central focus, with students investigating the sources and consequences of air pollution. They will explore how activities such as burning hydrocarbons, industrial emissions, and deforestation contribute to smog, acid rain, and ozone depletion, and assess strategies for mitigating these impacts.

The course will also delve into patterns of global climate change over time, differentiating between short-term weather fluctuations and long-term climate trends driven by natural processes and human-induced factors. Students will analyze the impacts of human activities such as greenhouse gas emissions, land use change, and deforestation on global climate patterns, attributing changes in Earth's systems to these anthropogenic influences.

This class also has an environmental exploration (field trip) component that will be accessible to students in the New Hampshire-Maine-Massachusetts region. A virtual option will be offered for students outside of the area.

Duration: 6 weeks

High School Credit: .25 in NH

Cost: $400

Course Description:

Earth Systems and Sustainability offers students an in-depth exploration of the intricate interactions between Earth's spheres and their impact on the biosphere, as well as an examination of human behaviors and their implications for sustainable living on our planet. Through a blend of scientific inquiry, critical analysis, and practical application, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics that shape the biosphere and the challenges and opportunities for achieving sustainable lifestyles.

Earth Systems and Sustainability equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to critically assess human behaviors and their impacts on the biosphere, as well as strategies for promoting sustainable living practices and fostering stewardship of Earth's resources. Through interdisciplinary study and practical application, students will emerge with a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between human society and the natural world.

This class also has an environmental exploration (field trip) component that will be accessible to students in the New Hampshire-Maine-Massachusetts region. A virtual option will be offered for students outside of the area.

Duration: 6 weeks

High School Credit: .25 in NH

Cost: $400