This paper presents a thoughtful and well-structured analysis of the relationship between the personal and political in Steinbeck’s “The Grapes of Wrath.” The author demonstrates a strong understanding of the novel’s themes, particularly the evolution of the Joad …
Teacher’s Summary: In “Exploring Korean Culture: An Environmental Science Student’s Perspective,” Will Thompson, an 11th-grade honors student, delves into the intersection of Korean cultural practices and environmental sustainability. Through field research, interviews, and hands-on experiences, Thompson discovers the profound ways …
In “The Battered Woman Syndrome: An Ecological Perspective on Self-Defense,” Will Thompson, an 11th-grade honors student, applies ecological principles to understand the complex psychological and legal issues surrounding battered woman syndrome. Drawing parallels between ecosystem dynamics and the …
Will Thompson
Honors Environmental Science, Grade 11
Oakwood High School
This paper examines Philip Caputo’s memoir “A Rumor of War” through the lens of psychological …
Teacher’s Summary: In the paper “Problems in Remote Sensing: An Academic Review,” Will Thompson, an 11th-grade honors environmental science student, examines the significant challenges of error, uncertainty, and scale in remote sensing. Through his experiences and research, Thompson highlights how …
Teacher’s Summary: In “The Burning Questions: Three Hot-Button Issues in Environmental Science,” Will Thompson, an 11th grade honors environmental science student, identifies and examines three critical environmental challenges: climate change tipping points, microplastic pollution, and biodiversity loss. The paper explains …
Teacher’s Summary: In “An Ecosystem Approach to Personal Wellness: Balancing Life’s Components,” Chuck Williams, an 11th-grade honors student, applies ecological principles to the concept of personal wellness. Drawing parallels between ecosystem dynamics and the six key components of wellness—Physical, Emotional, …
Teacher’s Summary: In “The Birth Control Revolution: An Environmental Perspective on Women’s Rights,” Will Thompson, an 11th grade honors student, examines the significant historical development of birth control and its far-reaching implications for women’s rights, population dynamics, and environmental sustainability. …
Teacher’s Summary: In “The Health Crisis of Domestic Violence: A Call for Stronger Legal Protection,” Chuck Williams, an 11th grade honors student, examines domestic violence as a critical public health issue affecting millions of women and children. By highlighting the