Green Schools
The climate crisis is the largest challenge mankind has ever had to face. To do so effectively will require collaboration, shared truth and innovation at a scale that has yet to be realized. Through blogs, conversations and events we will focus on what to teach, how to teach it and how to create a climate positive school community so that our upcoming generations know what they are up against and have a shared understanding of the challenges and opportunities ahead.
A Purpose Proposal: Entrepreneurial Thinking and Sustainability Must Be Core Components of Pathways
The work-based learning pathways that incorporate apprenticeships and mentorship leading to family-sustaining wages should also include opportunities to develop entrepreneurial thinking and sustainability elements critical to a thriving and regenerative economic ecosystem.
On To Greener Pathways: The Future of Work Has New Opportunities for Students
Schools should not only expose students to basic green skills, they should also highlight the various pathways students might take to employ these skills in the workplace and grow their capacity to have a tremendous impact on their communities and the world.
How to Talk to Kids About Climate Change
Here are 5 essential tips for talking about climate in the home or the classroom.
Going Green: National Network Incorporates Sustainability into Teaching and Operating Schools
The Green Schools National Network (GSNN) is a collaborative of more than 300 schools in 13 states working together to create climate friendly communities.
ASU Prep: Experiencing College Success in High School
ASU Prep is churning out a number of outstanding schools, student projects and ideas. Tom Vander Ark highlights a few recent innovations.
K12 Climate Action: A Step Towards a Greener Future
A recent education forum from Harvard Graduate School of Education focused on how the education sector can be a force toward climate solutions and environmental justice.
An Emphasis on Place: The International School Grounds Alliance
The International School Grounds Alliance works with schools across the world to instill a sense of place, community and belonging in learners.
Raising Sustainable Natives: Implementing a Garden to Table Concept in Schools
The garden to table concept advances sustainable food growth and eating habits in young children. It also aligns with evolving standards in sustainable design, such as the WELL Building Standard, which focuses on nourishment and specifically responsible food production.
Real World Learning About Sustainability
Rachelle Dené Poth highlights some of the hands on learning students are doing in her classroom to better understand SDGs.
How Sustainable is Your District? Use the GreenPrint from Green Schools National Network
Green Schools National Network has released an updated version of their flagship GreenPrint, a way for empowering leaders to take action with regards to sustainability and capacity building.