Is CASE for You?

• Do you want to help the environment?
• Are you interested in environmental and ecological issues?
• Do you want to learn about agriculture science and technology?
• Do you want to be part of the conservation, exploration, and preservation of the natural world?

About the Program

This program prepares students for careers in agriculture and environmental resources related fields.  Agriculture resources are diversified industries with nearly unlimited career opportunities.  The CASE program will prepare students for postsecondary education in the field of environmental science, technology, and policy, applied agriculture, plant science, and so much more.  Many jobs in the industry are hands-on, provide the opportunity to work outdoors and require the use of technology.

Sample Course Plan for CASE

National Curriculum for for Agricultural Science Education

Sample Courses

• Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR)
• Principles of Agriculture Science - Natural Resources and Ecology
• Environmental Science Issues   

Certifications/Awards for Completing High School Plan

• Articulation Agreements:
  • Rutgers University
  • Institute of Applied Agriculture at University of Maryland College Park
  • Chesapeake College
  • Delaware Valley University
  • St. Mary's College of Maryland
  • The Community College of Baltimore County

• Complete Work-Based Learning Experience prior to graduation and work with industry business partners and other professionals during coursework.

Local Colleges Offering a Continuation of the Program

• University of Maryland, College Park
• Montgomery College Environmental Agriculture and Sustainable A.A.S.
• Montgomery College Environmental Agriculture and Sustainable Certificate
• University of Maryland Landscape Architecture
• University of Maryland Plant Sciences
• University of Maryland Agricultural Education (double major or Integrated Masters Path)