Earth System Science is a graduate course that incorporates the development of Problem Based Learning (PBL) modules focused on the water cycle, the environmental stewardship of the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia’s watersheds. The year long course (2007-2008) is offered to Portsmouth City Public School teachers by Hampton University and funded by SCHEV.

Laura J. Nelson

  • Virginia Science Educator - public schools - 32 years;
  • PPS - last 10 years; formerly - Norfolk Public Schools - 22 years;
  • Served as VSELA vice-president and president
  • VAST - Director of Region 2
  • Currently sit on the Executive Board of the Virginia Mathematics and Science Coalition;
  • Graduated from Wheaton College - Undergrad
  • ODU Graduate School