EE Teacher Institute Application

finding critters During this week-long teacher institute, teachers will participate in an in-depth investigation of North Carolina’s watersheds and river basins while exploring the unique natural habitats of the coastal region. Along the way, techniques for incorporating outdoor experiences into the curriculum using school grounds and field exploration will be emphasized. By applying the interdisciplinary approach of environmental education, educators will learn how to integrate science, social studies, language arts, math, health and art using the natural environment as the context for learning. Hands-on, real world experiences will be emphasized--be prepared to get wet, muddy and reenergized!

ELIGIBILITY: Open to North Carolina public, private or charter school teachers of grades K-5. Content and activities are aligned with the NC Standard Course of Study for K-5 Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Mathematics and Healthy Living.

*PLEASE NOTE: Participants must be in good physical condition. Activities will include wading, hiking, walking and other outdoor activities in hot, humid conditions typical of summertime on the North Carolina coast.

Request for Consideration
Please complete all fields and questions contained in this form. All applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by May 15, 2010. The Institute may reach capacity before this date. If you are accepted, a $100 deposit will be due shortly after you are notified of your acceptance to hold your spot. Your spot will be forfeited if your deposit is not received in a timely manner.

First Name
Last Name
Name you are called
Gender	Male Female
Subject(s) you teach
Grade level(s) you teach
Number of years teaching experience

School Name
School Address
City
State
Zip
Type of School	Public School Private School Charter School
School County
School River Basin
School Phone

E-mail you check regularly
(Note: all communication prior to the institute will be conducted via e-mail)

Home Address
Home City
Home State
Home Zip
Home Phone
Cell Phone (optional)

Why do you wish to participate in the At The Water's Edge Teacher Institute?

How will you use the information and resources that you will receive during the Institute?

How will you share what you experience with other teachers in your school or district?
I have taken a Project WILD Aquatic Workshop: Yes No

Are you enrolled or certified in the NC Environmental Education Certification Program?
Enrolled
Certified
Aware of program but not enrolled
Unaware of Program

Do you have any dietary restrictions of which we need to be aware?

Thank you for your interest in the At The Water's Edge Teacher Institute!

The Institute is made available by the Environmental Education Fund, with funding provided by the Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Program. The Institute is administered by the Office of Environmental Education. Partners include the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, NC Cooperative Extension, NC Coastal Federation and others.