Agriculture & Natural Resources

Students in the Agriculture & Natural Resources pathway develop skills in the agriculture and soil science pathway. This hands-on, project-based course engages students in vegetable and herb gardening, hydroponics, and landscape design through work in the outdoor garden. Students explore California agriculture, agricultural business, emerging technologies, natural resources, and plant and soil sciences while also developing teamwork and professional skills that are transferable to any career.

Horticulture: An introduction course in which students participate in garden design and maintenance. Students learn the foundation skills in horticulture, plant growth, soils, plant diseases, pest management, California native plants and gardening tools and techniques.

Advanced Horticulture: A project based learning course. Topics include vermicomposting and environmental issues and the horticulture business, such as plant production for local companies, plant sales, holiday designs, soil science, and plant propagation. Students learn about water-wise sustainable practices, landscaping with California native plants, and greenhouse design and maintenance.

This program is offered at Northwood High School.

Coastline ROP (Regional Occupation Program): Through our partnership with Coastline ROP, IUSD offers expanded CTE course options after school, such as Crime Scene Investigation (CSI), Pharmacy Technician, Robotics, Retail Sales, and Sports Medicine. These programs include internships to learn career skills and real-world experience that further career and education goals. For more information, see your counselor or visit coastlinerop.org.

Post Secondary Education: See your Counselor or the ROP Coordinator for more information about post-secondary options in Horticulture and the Agriculture and Natural Resource industry.

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