Students in the Columbia River Studies course at Stevenson High School will strive to achieve the following:

• A deep, broad understanding of a place.
• The ability to analyze the ecological health of a stream using chemical, biological, and physical indicators.
• A greater appreciation for the Columbia River by studying its natural and human history.
• The ability to describe the life cycle and habitat of salmon.
• The ability to collect and analyze data using technology and field observation techniques.
• The ability to communicate better through writing, speaking, and technology.
• The ability to better find and use a variety of information.