A team from Bob Jones High School participated in the Alabama Envirothon state competition April 11-13, 2013, at the Alabama 4-H Center in Columbiana and won 3rd place.

Members of the team included Shannon Lambert, Nisha Patel, Robin Newman, David Lee, and Raymond Moosavi; their advisors were Mrs. Dale Brown and Mr. Ben Johnston.

Envirothon is sponsored by Legacy, Inc., RC & D Councils, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Alabama Department of Environmental Management, NRCS and Canon, Inc.

Envirothon educates students in current real-life environmental issues, incorporating concerns for soils, aquatics, wildlife, forestry, and a current issue which changes annually.

It combines in-class curriculum with hands-on field experiences which enhances a student’s critical thinking and problem solving skills and prepares them to be role models and leaders in their school and community.

For additional information on the program contact your local Soil and Water Conservation office or Dr. Betty Holley at 334-749-2612.