Environmental Science Intensive – A FREE Summer Webinar Series
Build confidence in APES core topics and boost student outcomes
Hosted by experts at Switch Classroom and Colorado School of Mines
Session 1 – Water Cycle + Earth Systems and Resources
June 22nd | 1:00-2:30 PM MST
Covers APES Unit 1.7 and Unit 4
Explore hydrologic processes, Earth systems interactions, and watershed dynamics.
Session 2 – Land and Water Use + Energy Resources
July 21st | 1:00-2:30 PM MST
Covers APES Unit 5.9-5.10 and Unit 6
Examine resource use, environmental impacts of mining and urbanization, and energy systems.
Session 3 – Global Change
August 4th | 1:00-2:30 PM MST
Covers APES Unit 9
Understand climate systems, feedback loops, and drivers of global change.
About the Series
This series combines scientific expertise from Colorado School of Mines with classroom-focused support from Switch Classroom, helping teachers translate complex environmental science concepts into effective instruction.
Featuring
Alexis Sitchler
Geology & Geological Engineering Professor
Colorado School of Mines

What to Expect
- 90-minute live virtual sessions
- Deep dives into high-impact environmental science topics
- Classroom-ready strategies and teaching insights
- Real-world examples from Colorado School of Mines experts
- Q&A and interactive engagement
- Access to recordings and resources after each session
Questions?
Contact: jillian.swets@switchon.org
