home-page Lunchtime Discovery Series: August 17 @ Noon: Eroding History - How We Talk About Envirnmental Justice Environmental injustices can impact culture and history just as they harm air and water. Join us to learn about the work of the Environmental Justice Journalism Institute in rural communities. Lunchtime Discovery Series: Cary Composts Join us to hear how one community is taking a bite out of food waste and learn about resources available from the state to support your community’s efforts. Watch this Recording Lauren Daniel Wins the NC Wildlife Federation Governor’s Conservation Achievement Award for Environmental Educator of the year! Congratulations to Lauren Daniel, educator with the Dept. of Environmental Quality on winning the North Carolina Wildlife Federation's Governor’s Conservation Achievement Award for Environmental Educator of the Year. Read more about Lauren and other recipients Educator Spotlight: Rhonda Horne Congratulations to Rhonda Horne, School Counselor at Lumberton High School in Robeson County on Completing Her NC Environmental Education Certification! Read more about Rhonda and her project Educator Spotlight: Amy Schmitte Amy Schmitte, the nature and events coordinator for the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center in Tryon recently completed the NC Environmental Education Certification Program. Read more about Amy and her project Educator Resources Professional Development Field Trips Curriculum and Lesson Plans Certification Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion See All Educator Resources 9 September 31st Annual Environmental Educators of North Carolina Conference NCSU McKimmon Conference & Training Center, Raleigh, NC View the Calendar Find Jobs and Internships Jobs and internships in order by application deadline and grouped by month due Certification Learn how Environmental Education Certification can enhance your career and introduce you to a diverse community of educators Grants Find grants for school and community environmental education projects News Follow the latest news on our Teachable Moments Blog Visit Environmental Education Centers North Carolina has more than 200 Environmental Education Centers that provide quality environmental education for the public, including outdoor experiences, trained staff, exhibits and programs. They serve as vital partners in the N.C. Environmental Education Certification Program and are a valuable resource for classroom teachers, parents and nonformal educators. Visit Environmental Education Centers Connect with North Carolina’s Environmental Education Community Join the NC-EE email listserv! What We Do The NC Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs serves as a clearinghouse for all the environmental education resources in North Carolina. The office manages a nationally recognized professional development program that certifies educators in environmental education. The NC Environmental Educator Certification Program provides enrollees with outdoor teaching skills, science and nature content knowledge and environmental education methods. The program is widely recognized as a credential for hiring purposes across the state, and many enrollees credit the program with advancing their careers. The program has certified more than 1,200 individuals and there are currently more than 800 people enrolled in the program. Learn more about what we do River Basin Program Our River Basin Program is one of the most popular resources for Environmental Educators. Learn more about our River Basin Program
home-page Lunchtime Discovery Series: August 17 @ Noon: Eroding History - How We Talk About Envirnmental Justice Environmental injustices can impact culture and history just as they harm air and water. Join us to learn about the work of the Environmental Justice Journalism Institute in rural communities. Lunchtime Discovery Series: Cary Composts Join us to hear how one community is taking a bite out of food waste and learn about resources available from the state to support your community’s efforts. Watch this Recording Lauren Daniel Wins the NC Wildlife Federation Governor’s Conservation Achievement Award for Environmental Educator of the year! Congratulations to Lauren Daniel, educator with the Dept. of Environmental Quality on winning the North Carolina Wildlife Federation's Governor’s Conservation Achievement Award for Environmental Educator of the Year. Read more about Lauren and other recipients Educator Spotlight: Rhonda Horne Congratulations to Rhonda Horne, School Counselor at Lumberton High School in Robeson County on Completing Her NC Environmental Education Certification! Read more about Rhonda and her project Educator Spotlight: Amy Schmitte Amy Schmitte, the nature and events coordinator for the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center in Tryon recently completed the NC Environmental Education Certification Program. Read more about Amy and her project Educator Resources Professional Development Field Trips Curriculum and Lesson Plans Certification Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion See All Educator Resources 9 September 31st Annual Environmental Educators of North Carolina Conference NCSU McKimmon Conference & Training Center, Raleigh, NC View the Calendar Find Jobs and Internships Jobs and internships in order by application deadline and grouped by month due Certification Learn how Environmental Education Certification can enhance your career and introduce you to a diverse community of educators Grants Find grants for school and community environmental education projects News Follow the latest news on our Teachable Moments Blog Visit Environmental Education Centers North Carolina has more than 200 Environmental Education Centers that provide quality environmental education for the public, including outdoor experiences, trained staff, exhibits and programs. They serve as vital partners in the N.C. Environmental Education Certification Program and are a valuable resource for classroom teachers, parents and nonformal educators. Visit Environmental Education Centers Connect with North Carolina’s Environmental Education Community Join the NC-EE email listserv! What We Do The NC Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs serves as a clearinghouse for all the environmental education resources in North Carolina. The office manages a nationally recognized professional development program that certifies educators in environmental education. The NC Environmental Educator Certification Program provides enrollees with outdoor teaching skills, science and nature content knowledge and environmental education methods. The program is widely recognized as a credential for hiring purposes across the state, and many enrollees credit the program with advancing their careers. The program has certified more than 1,200 individuals and there are currently more than 800 people enrolled in the program. Learn more about what we do River Basin Program Our River Basin Program is one of the most popular resources for Environmental Educators. Learn more about our River Basin Program
