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The independent study group of the Environmental Education program is considering writing to the administration in January, trying to advocate for an Environmental Education two class.
During the Environmental Education one class, the independent study group, consisting of four seniors, works in the small storage room that connects science teachers James Lockard and Russell Debey.
Since this group of girls works in the storage room during two separate classes, they have a lot to do on their own, which made them feel it was time to bring the class back.
Two years ago, the Environmental Education two class was changed into an independent study due to the lack of interest in the program.
“It’s just really important for kids to learn about the environment,” senior Maggie Agee said. “They are the future of our society and kids today and their actions help determine what our future will be like.”
In order to send their request to the administration, the group of girls are planning on talking to underclassmen in Environmental Education one as well as biology students to further the idea of signing up for Environmental Education two.
If they get enough positive feedback from the underclassmen, the independent study group will write their persuasion to include the program back into the curriculum in early January.