home-page Highlighting and Incorporating Environmental Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Environmental Education Programs “Environmental education connects people to the state’s rich natural resources and empowers them to bring positive change to their communities,” says DEQ Secretary Michael S. Regan. “This program is for everyone and we want to make sure it represents the diversity of our state and includes the voices and perspectives of often underserved communities.” Read more about this effort Updates from Spiral Graph, the Astronomy Citizen Science Project with a Twist Join us on August 12 as Dr. Patrick Treuthardt, Assistant Head, Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Lab, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences gives an update on the Astronomy Citizen Science Project, the Sprial Graph. More on this talk Lunchtime Lecture: The Other Side of Environmental Injustice: Parks and Greenspace Inequity in Marginalized Communities Tatiana Height, Doctoral Candidate in Agricultural and Extension Education at North Carolina State University, discusses parks and greenspace inequity in marginalized communities. Watch the full talk on YouTube Environmental Educator Spotlight: Kristin Rosser Kristin Rosser, Outdoor Recreation Specialist for Mecklenburg County Completes Her N.C. Environmental Education Certification Read more about Kristin Environmental Educator Spotlight Breanna Walker, education specialist for Union County Soil and Water Conservation District recently completed the N.C. Environmental Education Certification Program. Read more about Breanna Environmental Education Guidance for Reopening Schools EENC has collaborated with the North American Association of Environmental Education to release eeGuidance for Reopening Schools, a new publication that offers support for schools and districts as they find ways to safely reopen their schools to students this fall. View the Document Environmental Education during the COVID-19 State of Emergency Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs EE Certification Program COVID-19 Policy--Online and remote training options for environmental educators--Resources for home instruction and remote learning. Go to the COVID-19 Page Ships, Submersibles, and Deep-Sea Creatures, Oh My! - Experiences of Studying The Deep Join us on August 19 as three NC State students share their personal experiences with conducting deep-sea biological research at sea. Watch the Livestream October 19 at Noon Educator Resources Professional Development Field Trips Curriculum and Lesson Plans Certification Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion See All Educator Resources 2 September EE, THE 5ES, AND EVALUATION: HOW DOES IT ALL WORK? EENC Webinar, Criteria III 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 our 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 Highlighting and Incorporating Environmental Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Environmental Education Programs “Environmental education connects people to the state’s rich natural resources and empowers them to bring positive change to their communities,” says DEQ Secretary Michael S. Regan. “This program is for everyone and we want to make sure it represents the diversity of our state and includes the voices and perspectives of often underserved communities.” Read more about this effort Updates from Spiral Graph, the Astronomy Citizen Science Project with a Twist Join us on August 12 as Dr. Patrick Treuthardt, Assistant Head, Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Lab, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences gives an update on the Astronomy Citizen Science Project, the Sprial Graph. More on this talk Lunchtime Lecture: The Other Side of Environmental Injustice: Parks and Greenspace Inequity in Marginalized Communities Tatiana Height, Doctoral Candidate in Agricultural and Extension Education at North Carolina State University, discusses parks and greenspace inequity in marginalized communities. Watch the full talk on YouTube Environmental Educator Spotlight: Kristin Rosser Kristin Rosser, Outdoor Recreation Specialist for Mecklenburg County Completes Her N.C. Environmental Education Certification Read more about Kristin Environmental Educator Spotlight Breanna Walker, education specialist for Union County Soil and Water Conservation District recently completed the N.C. Environmental Education Certification Program. Read more about Breanna Environmental Education Guidance for Reopening Schools EENC has collaborated with the North American Association of Environmental Education to release eeGuidance for Reopening Schools, a new publication that offers support for schools and districts as they find ways to safely reopen their schools to students this fall. View the Document Environmental Education during the COVID-19 State of Emergency Office of Environmental Education and Public Affairs EE Certification Program COVID-19 Policy--Online and remote training options for environmental educators--Resources for home instruction and remote learning. Go to the COVID-19 Page Ships, Submersibles, and Deep-Sea Creatures, Oh My! - Experiences of Studying The Deep Join us on August 19 as three NC State students share their personal experiences with conducting deep-sea biological research at sea. Watch the Livestream October 19 at Noon Educator Resources Professional Development Field Trips Curriculum and Lesson Plans Certification Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion See All Educator Resources 2 September EE, THE 5ES, AND EVALUATION: HOW DOES IT ALL WORK? EENC Webinar, Criteria III 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 our 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
