Environmental Science Program (6 - 9 )
Miami Community Charter School’s Environmental Science Program gives students the opportunity to explore agriculture, natural resources, environmental conservation, and the technologies used to protect and manage our environment.
Through classroom instruction, laboratory activities, and hands-on projects, students investigate the relationship between people and the natural world while developing practical scientific, technical, and workplace skills.
Official FLDOE Program: Agritechnology
Program Number: 8106800
Career Cluster: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Grade Levels: 9–12
What Students Learn
Students participating in the Environmental Science Program may develop knowledge and skills in:
Environmental science and natural-resource management
Ecology, ecosystems, and biodiversity
Soil, water, plants, and animal systems
Environmental conservation and sustainability
Agricultural science and technology
Scientific observation and investigation
Laboratory and workplace safety
Data collection, analysis, and interpretation
Responsible use of natural resources
Agribusiness and career exploration
Leadership, teamwork, and communication
Four-Year Course Sequence
Agriscience Foundations 1
FLDOE Course Number: 8106810
Grade 9 – Year 1
Students are introduced to the scientific principles of agriculture, food, and natural-resource systems. The course explores plant and animal science, environmental resources, biotechnology, agribusiness, and agricultural technologies.
Students also develop foundational skills in scientific investigation, safety, communication, leadership, and career preparation.
Agritechnology 1
FLDOE Course Number: 8106820
Grade 10 – Year 2
Students build upon their foundational knowledge while exploring agricultural technology and its applications.
Coursework may include plant production, animal systems, soil and water resources, environmental management, agricultural equipment, technology, and workplace practices.
Agritechnology 2
FLDOE Course Number: 8106830
Grade 11 – Year 3
Students continue developing technical and problem-solving skills through more advanced agriscience concepts and applications.
Students may investigate natural-resource systems, agricultural production, environmental challenges, emerging technologies, and the role of science in creating sustainable solutions.
Advanced Concepts of Agriscience
FLDOE Course Number: 8100330
Grade 12 – Year 4
This advanced course allows students to apply the knowledge and technical skills developed throughout the program.
Students may complete in-depth investigations, analyze real-world environmental or agricultural issues, conduct research, and develop projects that demonstrate scientific reasoning, communication, leadership, and career readiness.
Hands-On Learning
Students may have opportunities to:
- Conduct scientific investigations and experiments
- Examine soil, water, plants, and ecosystems
- Collect and analyze environmental data
- Study conservation and sustainability practices
- Explore agricultural tools and technologies
- Investigate current environmental challenges
- Develop individual or collaborative projects
- Present findings and proposed solutions
- Connect classroom learning to environmental and agricultural careers
These experiences help students strengthen their scientific knowledge while developing responsibility, accuracy, critical thinking, and teamwork.
Industry Certification Opportunity
Students in the first and second years of the program may have the opportunity to prepare for the:
Ecology Conservation and Management Certification
Certification Code: DUCKS001
This industry-recognized certification measures students’ understanding of topics related to:
- Ecological principles
- Ecosystems and biodiversity
- Wildlife and habitat management
- Natural-resource conservation
- Water and soil resources
- Human effects on the environment
- Sustainable environmental practices
- Environmental careers and workplace skills
Completing the courses does not automatically earn the certification. Students must meet the applicable program requirements and pass the official certification examination.
Benefits for Students
Participation in the Environmental Science Program helps students:
- Understand environmental and agricultural systems
- Develop scientific and technical abilities
- Strengthen research and problem-solving skills
- Gain experience with hands-on investigations
- Practice teamwork, leadership, and communication
- Explore sustainability and conservation
- Prepare for an industry-recognized certification
- Build a foundation for college, technical education, and future careers
Career and College Connections
The knowledge and experience developed through this program can support future studies and careers such as:
- Environmental scientist
- Environmental science technician
- Ecologist
- Conservation specialist
- Wildlife or habitat specialist
- Agricultural scientist
- Agritechnology specialist
- Natural-resource manager
- Water-quality technician
- Soil and plant scientist
- Sustainability specialist
- Environmental educator
- Agricultural business professional
Science for a Sustainable Future
The Environmental Science Program encourages students to understand the natural world and consider how science, agriculture, and technology can work together to address environmental challenges.
By combining scientific knowledge with practical experiences, students develop skills that can help them become responsible citizens, innovative problem-solvers, and future leaders in environmental conservation and agriscience.
We have once again been selected as an Everglades Champion School SY 25- 26; this time for our Middle School program.
Our Middle School Environmental Science students worked hard and demonstrated a strong commitment in accomplishing this important achievement.
We can now officially recognize both our Middle School and High School as champion schools.
2024 -2025 Miami Community Charter High School Everglades Champion
Meet Miami Community Charter School's Everglades Champions: A Student's Inspiring Story.
Congratulations to Mr. Shahbazi, Mrs. Qureshi, and the team for completing this project. Thank you for engaging our students in this process, which results in a lifetime learning experience. This project is truly a "give back to the community" effort.
Our Peace Garden, a small gift from our Administrative Team and the Environmental Science Academy.
We hope it offers you a moment of calm and a place to relax, even briefly, from the demands of daily life.
Special thanks to Mr. Aguilar for his outstanding work in bringing this project to life. As well as to Dr. Papili and Mrs. Qureshi for their support. We also appreciate the enthusiastic efforts of our Environmental Science students.
MCCS Environmental Science students at UF/IFAS TREC
Throwing it back to a day full of discovery, exploration, and hands-on science.
