Watershed Teaching Tools for Educators
- Length
- 2 hours, 30 minutes
- Language
- English
About the Workshop
Penn State Extension invites classroom teachers and educators working with 6-12 grade students to participate in free workshops aimed at enhancing water education. These workshops, supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Environmental Education Grants Program, offer curriculum activity kits and training to integrate water topics across various subjects. As a critical resource, water serves as a cross-curricular theme, supporting science, math, literacy, and more. With financial support, these workshops aim to bolster Pennsylvania's environmental literacy goals by empowering educators and volunteers. Led by Penn State Extension's Water Resources Team, comprising over 20 subject matter experts, the initiative aims to address water quality and quantity issues, reaching over 500,000 individuals annually. Don't miss this opportunity to enrich your teaching and earn Act 48 Hours (pending approval).
Event Details
Free curriculum activity kits and training will be available for registered classroom teachers and other educators working with 6-12 grade-aged students.
Earn Credits
- 2.5 Act 48 Hours (for Certified PA Teachers)
This event is offered at no charge, thanks to support from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's Environmental Education Grants Program.
Space is limited - preregistration is required.
This workshop is designed for a diverse range of educators working with students in grades 6-12, including:
- Classroom Teachers in Sciences, Environment & Ecology, and Social Studies disciplines
- CTC (Career and Technical Center) Teachers specializing in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
- Environmental Educators, Nature Center Educators, Environmental Club Leaders, and Volunteer Educators
- FFA (Future Farmers of America) and 4-H Educators
- Understand the significance of teaching youth about water and its alignment with the new PA STEELS Standards and MWEE (Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience) framework
- Receive a free Rain to Drain Curriculum Kit and Book ($60 value), along with hands-on instruction on effectively utilizing the kit
- Access a free Watershed Decisions Curriculum Kit ($39 value) and receive hands-on guidance on incorporating it into your teaching
- Learn about the new 2024 Future Master Watershed Stewards (FMWS) program and explore potential partnerships with trained FMWS volunteers for your classroom or program
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