Carly Borken

Testimonials:

​​"I can wholeheartedly say that any student would be lucky to have Ms. Borken as a teacher. I have never been in a class that so deeply piqued my interests while also bringing out endless joy and laughter. This one-of-a-kind class environment is rooted in Ms. Borken’s unmatched passion – she simply goes that extra mile, whether it's nurturing relationships with all of her students, staying after class each day to answer questions, or encouraging her students to take risks that expand their capacities as learners and critical thinkers. A stellar reputation quickly made Ms. Borken one of GFA’s most beloved teachers in her very first year at the school. By May, when it came time to take the AP test, I had never felt so prepared for a test, and I mean that truly. There is simply no one better for the job than Ms. Borken, and don’t be surprised if the 5 that comes back in June is accompanied by a new interest, and even more importantly, a new and meaningful relationship." - student

“APES with Ms. Borken was far and away the most engaging class I have had in my entire high school career. From labs to field work to presentations I always looked forward to going to class. Additionally, Ms. Borken was super helpful with AP prep. While most of the material was covered in class, we went over the remaining couple of chapters in small 2 on 1 or even 1 on 1 meetings after school and on Zoom over the weekends. The results ultimately spoke for themselves, when I earned a 5 on the exam.” - student

I have taught secondary school science and geography since 2006. I specialize in AP Environmental Science and AP Human Geography, but have also taught biology, chemistry, and marine science.  Over the past 15 years I have taught at the Taft School in Watertown, CT, and have spent the last two years teaching at Greens Farms Academy in Westport, CT.  At both schools, I have served as the Sustainability Coordinator, and currently also serve as the 11th Grade Dean.  

I have had many roles with the College Board as well, grading the AP Environmental Science exam since 2018, and having served as a table leader for the last 3 years. As an OIW (outside item writer) of multiple choice questions for the Test Development Committee, I have contributed to the test bank for the 4th edition of Friedland and Reylea’s AP Environmental Science textbook. Other opportunities include serving as an AP Consultant for the last 3 years, teaching summer courses for new AP teachers all over the country, and working as an NMSI coach and content developer. 

I am also the mother of two very active kids, and am married to a husband who is an organic vegetable farmer.