home-page Sept. 29 - Lunchtime Discovery Series: Guerrilla Science Communication Michelle Jewell will walk us through examples of past and present “guerrilla” science communicators, connecting to lessons we can draw from their independent and renegade communication efforts that were critical turning points in history. Watch this Talk September 22 @ Noon - Lunchtime Discovery Series: Mapping Tree Inequality Join Rob McDonald to learn more about the extent of tree cover inequality and its effect on temperatures for thousands of communities throughout the United States. Watch the Recording on YouTube Environmental Educator Spotlight: Tori Strunk Tori Strunk, an educator at the Eastway Regional Recreation Center in Mecklenburg County, has completed her NC Environmental Education Certification. Read more about Tori and her project October 19th - The 9th annual STEAM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities A free virtual opportunity for students in grades 6–12 to connect with role models with disabilities who have thriving careers in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) Read more about the line-up of speakers and register! Educator Spotlight: Melissa Kennedy Melissa Kennedy, Land and Water Access Specialist at the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, Completes NC Environmental Education Certification Read more about Melissa and her project Educator Resources Professional Development Field Trips Curriculum and Lesson Plans Certification Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion See All Educator Resources 3 November Project Learning Tree Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, Greensboro 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 To Join our Listserv, email nc-ee-request@lists.ncmail.net with "Join" in the subject line 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 Sept. 29 - Lunchtime Discovery Series: Guerrilla Science Communication Michelle Jewell will walk us through examples of past and present “guerrilla” science communicators, connecting to lessons we can draw from their independent and renegade communication efforts that were critical turning points in history. Watch this Talk September 22 @ Noon - Lunchtime Discovery Series: Mapping Tree Inequality Join Rob McDonald to learn more about the extent of tree cover inequality and its effect on temperatures for thousands of communities throughout the United States. Watch the Recording on YouTube Environmental Educator Spotlight: Tori Strunk Tori Strunk, an educator at the Eastway Regional Recreation Center in Mecklenburg County, has completed her NC Environmental Education Certification. Read more about Tori and her project October 19th - The 9th annual STEAM Career Showcase for Students with Disabilities A free virtual opportunity for students in grades 6–12 to connect with role models with disabilities who have thriving careers in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) Read more about the line-up of speakers and register! Educator Spotlight: Melissa Kennedy Melissa Kennedy, Land and Water Access Specialist at the NC Wildlife Resources Commission, Completes NC Environmental Education Certification Read more about Melissa and her project Educator Resources Professional Development Field Trips Curriculum and Lesson Plans Certification Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion See All Educator Resources 3 November Project Learning Tree Kathleen Clay Edwards Library, Greensboro 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 To Join our Listserv, email nc-ee-request@lists.ncmail.net with "Join" in the subject line 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
