• Welcome to Mr. Sommers class! I teach Environmental Science, Introduction to Psychology and IB Psychology. I can be reached via email at Garth.Sommers@dvusd.org. My classes use Canvas. Parents can sign up as observers to monitor class content and their students' progress. I'm always happy to communicate with students and parents and will respond to questions by email, or arrange meetings by phone, on Zoom or in person.

    Environmental Science: This course explores the interactions between humans and the natural world. This course is aligned with the Arizona State Science Standards for High School. It will cover standards from all three of the domains of high school science: Physical; Life; Earth and Space. Students will learn about the scientific principles and methods that help us understand the world and address environmental issues, and develop skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration that are essential for scientific literacy and responsible citizenship. Topics covered include basic principles of physics and chemistry, agriculture, ecosystems, biodiversity, populations, urbanization, energy, waste, and climate change.