ECO Conservation Biology - Middle - High School Program

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ECO Conservation Biology is for children in 8th-12th grade (approximate ages 13-18 yrs old). 

In this class we will study conservation biology to better understand  the importance of biodiversity and the effect of humans on species and ecosystems. Students will learn traditional biology topics such as taxonomy, genetics, adaptations food webs, habitats, population, water, carbon, and nitrogen cycles. Plus they will learn conservation biology topics such as invasive species and disease, effects of pollution and changes to the climate on the natural world, and conservation movements. This is a lab-based class so, as much as  possible, we will apply what we are learning to the local biological  life through scientific techniques such as chemical analysis,  population sampling, and using microscopes.  We will be learning through these 3 themes  observation, participation, reflection which is  how Aldo Leopold learned and taught. Homework will consist of readings from the textbook, videos, and independent research projects. Google Classroom is utilized for assignments. 

This class can satisfy 1 high school credit for biology or environmental science upon successful completion of all classes, homework, and final project.

This program is not drop-off. 

For older students who are mature and/or driving themselves we are willing to make exceptions to the no drop-off requirement. The reason we prefer parents stay is due to the educators health issues. However, if you feel your child is capable of handling a medical situation should it arise by calling for help, getting themselves home, etc. then we are willing to make an exception for this program. We trust that parents know the maturity level of their child. You will need to agree to this on the waiver. The educator will have a conversation with students on 1st day and provide instructions for medical emergencies. She also wears a medical ID bracelet. 

There are only 12 openings for each program!

Full year payment option: $470 for the year / Sibling discount $450 ($20 sibling discount applied)*

½ semester payment option: $220 Fall, $290 Spring / Sibling discount $210 Fall, $280 Spring  

*You save $40 if you choose to pay for the year.

Includes: A Sand County Almanac Book

You can view the calendar here.

The North Phoenix program will meet every week at Thunderbird Conservation Park  Wednesday from 10:00 am-11:30 pm for 26 weeks.  

Wednesday dates 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9, 4/16

We also offer this class online on Monday and Wednesday afternoon. 

Since this program is offered online as well and covers the exact same content we do have a hybrid option available if your schedule does not permit you to attend all of the in person classes. With this option you can attend the in person classes and online classes based upon your schedule/availability. Please email us to discuss further.

You can view the class syllabus here.

Kathy will be the ECO Steward for the N. Phoenix Program. You can learn more about her here. 

Please visit our FAQs page which should answer any questions you may have. If you don't see your question answered please send us an email.

7 openings left

Please complete the registration form and waiver and submit your payment using the button below or an alternative option. Class registration is not guaranteed until your registration form, waiver, and payment are received (we will allow time for ESA payments to clear and guarantee your spot if you are using ESA).

If you need an invoice for ESA please select that on the payment screen and we will email you the invoice within 48 hrs.

If you would like to pay a different way we accept the following:
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Zelle 678-457-0802
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