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November 7, 2018

Mark your calendars for the 2019 Conference and Research Symposium in Lexington, Kentucky
Research Symposium: October 15–16, 2019
Conference: October 16–19, 2019
2018 Conference
Call for Proceedings: Click here for details >
Conference Evaluation: Share your feedback on the Conference and Research Symposium!

October Natural Start Alliance Newsletter
Read the Natural Alliance newsletter feature story for tips on how to celebrate the diversity of your families and communities. Learn how the City of Dublin, OH is working to give its youngest residents opportunities to play in nature, explore, and develop empathy and understanding of their animal neighbors. Plan for the next Natural Start Alliance annual conference in New Hampshire. And with the sad news of the passing of Erin Kenny—teacher, student, author, trailblazer, and mentor to so many, read the article Erin wrote for the Natural Start Alliance in 2014. Her memory lives on.
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The GEEP Launches Global Pledge for EE
This month, the GEEP launched a global pledge for EE for people from all cultures, ages, walks of life, and professions to sign, committing to work towards three core goals to promote universal environmental literacy. Sign and share the pledge here! https://actnowforee.org/pledge
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How Friendship and Quiet Conversations Transformed a White Nationalist
Although 86% of Americans disagree with the white supremacy movement, divisive rhetoric continues to be the limelight of our national discussion. Read and listen to the interview of how an orthodox Jewish college student befriended the son of the grand wizard of the Klu Klux Klan and the transformation that resulted from their two-year journey in friendship.
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2018 Green Ribbon Schools Ceremony
On September 19, the 2018 US Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools, District Sustainability Awardees, and Postsecondary Sustainability Awardees received accolades at a ceremony in Washington, DC for their sustainable, healthy facilities; wellness practices; and sustainability learning.
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NAAEE + Children & Nature Network Research Library
NAAEE and the Children & Nature Network curate and summarize peer-reviewed scientific literature to help build the evidence base for advancing environmental education and the movement to connect kids to nature.
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Power of One
If only we would heed the concept...we can make a difference, through the "power of one." How can one make a difference?
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NAAEE Monthly Webinar: Social Justice in Schools
Please join us on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 from 3:00-4:00 Eastern for NAAEE's monthly webinar series! We will hear from Sydney Chaffee (link is external), 2017 National Teacher of the Year. In her own words, she believes "Social justice belongs in our schools. Each of our students deserves access to a transformative, equitable education. Teachers are experts in education. Vulnerability is brave."
Read more >NAAEE Website Survey
Provide feedback on your user experience on our website. There's still time to be entered in the drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card (ends Nov 12)!
US EPA 2019 People, Prosperity and the Planet Informational Webinar
November 8, 2018 from 2:00-3:30 pm ET - Participate in this informational webinar on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 16th Annual P3 Awards: A National Student Design Competition Focusing on People, Prosperity and the Planet (P3) Request for Applications (RFA). Learn about EPA’s P3 program, topics in this year’s funding opportunity, and how to apply. EPA P3 program experts will be available to answer questions during a question & answer (Q&A) session following the presentation. A copy of the webinar presentation will be available at www.epa.gov/P3 for those unable to participate in the scheduled webinar.
eeLEARN Module: Research and Evaluation
This online eeLEARN module is an introduction to research and evaluation for environmental educators and others working in education. Through case studies and a step-by-step illustration of the evaluation process, explore how evaluation can improve your EE programs. Learn how research can inform practice and where to get research summaries and syntheses. This module ends with opportunities to get more involved in the research and evaluation community.
Imagine If: An NAAEE Podcast
If you haven't had a chance to check out the Imagine If podcasts...DO IT! Check out: Puerto Rico se Regenera and What's at Steak?
NAAEE's Higher Education Database
This growing searchable directory on eePRO provides a listing of EE degree programs, institutions, and faculty in the United States and internationally.
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LEARNING
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OPPORTUNITIES
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RESOURCES
For Students and Educators
REDEFINING PROSPERITY: The Gold Rushes of Nevada City documentary
Rock and Pebble Painting, A STEM/STEAM Project --Subjects focused: Science and Art
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