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Eugene School District 4J

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Rachel Carson Academy (CHS)

Rachel Carson Environmental Science Academy

 

The Rachel Carson Academy logo features a stylized green leaf with a white conifer tree superimposed

 

 

The Rachel Carson Environmental Science Program is a two-year pathway for juniors and seniors interested in natural resources, ecology, and related careers. Learn to assess environmental quality and restore critical habitat in Field Studies weekly. Earn career-related certifications and work with community partners to gain job skills. Take field trips to learn from industry professionals on-site. 

  • A flowchart outlines course requirements for RC Year 1 and Year 2, with elective options.

  • Year 1 (11–12) 

    ● Course 1 - Natural Resources CTE A & B (1.0 SS) 

    ● Course 2 - RC Field Studies A & B (1.0 Sci) 

    ● Both courses taken concurrently in ONE class period

    Year 2 (12) 

    ● Course 3 - AP Environmental Science CN A & B (1.0 Sci) 

    ● Course 4 - RC Capstone A & B (1.0 FA) 

    ● Take either Course 3 or 4 or both 

    ● RC Year 1 courses required as prerequisites for both Year 2 courses (or instructor approval required)

    Selective Courses 

    May be taken anytime; NOT required; NO prerequisites; Open to ALL (10-12) 

    ● Environmental Law CTE (.5 SS) 

    ● Botany / Horticulture CN (.5 Sci)

    Science 

    ● RC Field Studies A & B 

    ● AP Environmental Science CN A & B

    Social Studies 

    ● Natural Resources A & B 

    ● Environmental Law

    Fine Arts 

    ● RC Capstone - CTE A & B 

  • For more information or to inquire about our program, please complete the Google Form. (link coming soon!)

    CONTACT Rachel Carson Academy:

    541-790-5100 | haberman@4j.lane.edu | dorsch_l@4j.lane.edu | 1850 Bailey Hill Road • Eugene, OR 97405