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SUMMARY:More than a Like: Building Your Social Media Strategy eeWEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a social media presence and find yourself seeking meaningful connections with your community? Transform your social media platforms with a strategic communications strategy—no matter your technical savvy or team size. \nJoin NAAEE Social Media and Communications Coordinator Carrie Albright and Digital Community Coordinator Jimena Cuenca as they share ideas for creating engaging content and provide guidance for tracking and measuring impact. \nBelow are some of the topics we’ll cover: \n\nSetting meaningful objectives\nCreating a content schedule and choosing platforms\nDrafting language and accompanying imagery\nBuilding community on social media\nIncorporating accessibility into each phase\nAccessing social media tools to track your efforts\n\nSpeakers: \n \nCarrie earned her B.A. in both Environmental Studies and Spanish\, a dual major she explored hands-on while studying in the cloud forests of Ecuador. After attending Indiana University to complete her Masters in Public Affairs\, with concentrations in Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Management\, she took on the role of Environmental Educator with the City of Bloomington. Here she connected with community members of all ages\, teaching about habitats\, sustainability practices\, and conservation efforts. \nAs an established marketing professional and award-winning public speaker\, Carrie brings a variety of skills to NAAEE. Hailing most recently from the private sector\, she is versed in planning complex marketing strategies for such names as REI\, Icelandair\, NPR\, and The Weather Channel. A thought-leader in her industry\, Carrie has developed and delivered training and audits to hundreds of participants\, and prides herself on empowering those around her to excellence. She enthusiastically joins the NAAEE team to combine her creative innovation with her passion for environmental justice and education. \nCarrie has spent her life in the Midwest and currently resides in the rolling hills of southern Indiana. Outside work\, Carrie serves on the Bloomington Environmental Commission and takes every opportunity to go hiking with her wife and two rescue pups. \n \nJimena Cuenca is happiest when she is a part of a community working towards positive change. She was born and raised in Los Angeles\, California\, and she started her career volunteering to outreach and present bicycle safety workshops. Jimena holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geography from UC Berkeley. Since graduating\, she’s worked as a seasonal research technician on avian field projects in the Copper River Delta and the northern coast of Alaska. More recently\, she has developed and led environmental education programs as a park ranger. In her work as a communicator\, she seeks to elevate conversations about the environment and social change. \n\nThis webinar is brought to you by ee360+.\nee360+: Building a Stronger and More Inclusive Movement Through Collective Impact\nAn ambitious multi-year initiative\, the ee360+ Leadership and Training Collaborative connects\, trains\, and promotes innovative leaders dedicated to using the power of education to create a more just and sustainable future for everyone\, everywhere. Led by NAAEE\, ee360+ is made possible through funding and support from U.S. EPA and twenty-seven partner organizations representing universities and nonprofits across the country\, and five federal agencies. Through this partnership\, ee360+ brings together more than five decades of expertise to grow\, strengthen\, and diversify the environmental education field. Visit https://naaee.org/programs/ee360 to learn more.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/more-than-a-like-building-your-social-media-strategy-eewebinar/
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SUMMARY:Soil and Your Food:  You Are What Your Food Eats
DESCRIPTION:Join authors Ridge Shinn and Lynne Pledger as they explain methods of regenerative grazing to raise grass-fed beef in the Northeast and why this should be important to us as consumers.  This promises to be an enlightening and interesting evening. \n“Merging information from the fields of ecology\, climate science\, nutrition\, and animal welfare\, authors Ridge Shinn and Lynne Pledger transform our understanding of the possibilities that local\, grass-fed beef presents\, not only for farmland regeneration and food security but also for individual health and longevity.” from Grass-fed Beef for a Post-Pandemic World. All attendees will receive a copy of this book.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/soil-and-your-food-you-are-what-your-food-eats/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Agriculture in the Classroom
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Environmental Education Society Conference
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR 2023 CONFERENCE – IN PERSON! \nSHARE YOUR eeEXPERTISE ~ CALL FOR WORKSHOP PROPOSALS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMEES is seeking workshop proposals that engage environmental education best practices\, advance justice\, equity\, diversity\, and inclusion\, and tackle complex environmental and social issues. \nThe DEADLINE to submit a workshop proposal is MONDAY\, DECEMBER 12\, 2022. \nWe can’t wait to see you IN-PERSON! \n\n\nSUBMIT WORKSHOP PROPOSAL
URL:https://massmees.org/event/massachusetts-environmental-education-society-conference/
LOCATION:Hogan Campus Center\, College of the Holy Cross\, 1 College Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01610
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230126T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230126T163000
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SUMMARY:Environmental Education for Sustainability: Motivating People to Action
DESCRIPTION:A 12-week course and professional learning opportunity offered by Mass Audubon for environmental educators who design and deliver programs and educational materials for adult audiences \nWinter 2023 \nThursdays\, 2:30-4:30pm ET\, January 26-April 13\, 2023. \nEnvironmental educators will learn how to develop and deliver content using new research-based approaches for program development\, teaching\, and facilitating engagement with adult learners. We’ll look at how environmental education is evolving\, and becoming more focused on environmental education for sustainability\, reviewing landmark research studies in conservation behavior and sustainability behavior change. We’ll cover the approaches\, theoretical frameworks\, and best practices of Adult Learning Theory\, Conservation Psychology\, and campaigns designed to promote individual behavior change. Learn to incorporate all of these components as we expand our individual and collective environmental education practices for a deeper impact. \nInstructor: Lucy Gertz\, Mass Audubon’s Director of Adult Education\, currently a Lesley University doctoral student examining the relationship between environmental education and conservation behavior in adult learners. \n\n\nThu\, Jan 26\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Feb 02\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Feb 09\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Feb 16\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Feb 23\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Mar 02\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Mar 09\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Mar 16\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Mar 23\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Mar 30\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Apr 06\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nThu\, Apr 13\, 2023\n2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
URL:https://massmees.org/event/environmental-education-for-sustainability-motivating-people-to-action-2/
LOCATION:Mass Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230125T160000
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SUMMARY:Environmental Justice and the Future of EE
DESCRIPTION:How can environmental education better embrace environmental justice education to foster a critical understanding of the environment within the context of human political and social actions? Many marginalized communities experiencing environmental injustices are also those most vulnerable to the effects of the climate crisis. Environmental educators have a unique opportunity to empower communities living within impacted areas to take a stand for justice with the tools necessary to make change. Environmental educators can also educate those outside of impacted areas to stand up for global environmental justice. Join Parker McMullen Bushman as she discusses the connections between socio-cultural inequities\, environmental issues\, and the power of EE to make change. Register here. 
URL:https://massmees.org/event/environmental-justice-and-the-future-of-ee/
LOCATION:North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230118T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230118T183000
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SUMMARY:STEAM and Earth Science A Hybrid Focus Workshop - Grades 4-6 Educators
DESCRIPTION:Dive into an exploration of space as you explore Earth’s systems and the Earth’s place in the universe. Using current research and recent discoveries in the field of astronomy\, including images from NASA space exploration and telescopes\, participate in phenomena and inquiry-based investigations that will bring creativity to astronomy through STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art and Math). During the remote sessions the elements and principles of art will help guide our exploration of space and planetary bodies\, and help us make sense of landscape scale processes on Earth. During an in-person session at the Springfield Science Museum\, we will have the opportunity to use telescopes to expand our understanding of the scale and relationship of the planets\, sun and other stars to the Earth. You will leave the program with inquiry-based STEAM investigations to share with your students\, as well as connections to a community of learners and informal science institutions. \n\n\n\nUsing the lens of STEAM we will: \n\nuse images from space exploration to develop an anchoring phenomenon\nexplore commonalities between Earth’s geological features and those on other planet/planetary bodies\nidentify patterns in motion within our solar system\, galaxies and the universe.\napply examples of\, and resources for\, place-based and phenomena-based unit planning to create a storyline driven unit outline\nuse physical models and digital interactives to make sense of the Earth-Sun-Moon system\nexplore how drawing forms are connected to geological land forms through review and interpretation of telescopic and space exploration images\ncreate “stories” for planetary bodies using common drawing forms\nexplore the lunar surface using telescopes and digital images using elements of art to aid interpretation\n\n\n\nSuggestions for accessing/purchasing classroom telescopes and engaging in amateur astronomy will be included in the program materials.\n\n\nRegistration Information:\nDates and Times:\nRemote Sessions: Wednesday\, January 18th and Wednesday\, February 15th\, 2023 (3:30 PM – 6:30 PM ET)\nOn-Site Planetarium Session: Saturday\, January 28th (2:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET) \nLocation: Springfield Science Museum \nCost: FREE for eligible MA educators that qualify through MA DESE’s OAPL program and includes a $150 stipend. $200 per educator from non-qualifying schools. \nPDPs and Optional Graduate Credit: 12 PDPs are available without graduate credit. 22.5 PDPs and 1 graduate credit from Cambridge College are available for $75. \nCollaborating Partners: Springfield Science Museum; Bassett Planetarium (part of the Beneski Museum at Amherst College)
URL:https://massmees.org/event/steam-and-earth-science-a-hybrid-focus-workshop-grades-4-6-educators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230111T080000
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SUMMARY:EPA DEADLINE: President's Environmental Youth Award submission
DESCRIPTION:The President’s Environmental Youth Award (PEYA) recognizes outstanding environmental stewardship projects developed by K-12 youth. The PEYA program promotes awareness of our nation’s natural resources and encourages positive community involvement. Since 1971\, the President of the United States has joined with EPA to recognize young people for protecting our nation’s air\, water\, land\, and ecology. It is one of the most important ways EPA and the Administration demonstrate commitment to environmental stewardship efforts created and conducted by our nation’s youth.\n\nEach year the PEYA program honors a wide variety of projects developed by young students\, school classes and clubs\, youth camps\, and youth organizations to promote environmental awareness and action in schools and communities. Thousands of young people from all 50 states and the U.S. territories have submitted projects to EPA for consideration. Winning projects in the past have demonstrated impact in schools and communities in a wide range of subject areas. Participation in the PEYA program is frequently a life-changing experience for many of the young people and their project sponsors.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/epa-presidents-environmental-youth-award/
LOCATION:Environmental Protection Agency
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230111T080000
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SUMMARY:SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators
DESCRIPTION:The Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators recognizes outstanding kindergarten through grade 12 teachers who employ innovative approaches to environmental education and use the environment as a context for learning for their students. Up to two teachers from each of EPA’s 10 regions\, from different states\, will be selected to receive this award. \nThe White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ)\, in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administers this award to honor\, support and encourage educators who incorporate environmental education in their classrooms and teaching methods. \nAbout the Award\n\nTeacher awardees will receive a Presidential award plaque and an award of up to $2\,500 to be used to further the recipient’s professional development in environmental education. Teacher awardees will also receive a congratulatory letter from a senior official from EPA and/or the White House.\nThe teacher’s local education agency will also receive an award of up to $2\,500 to fund environmental educational activities and programs (and not for construction costs\, general expenses\, salaries\, bonuses\, or other administrative expenses).\nHonorable Mention recipients will receive certificates of recognition.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/submission-deadline-presidential-innovation-award-for-environmental-educators-2/
LOCATION:Environmental Protection Agency
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221210T153000
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SUMMARY:Growing Up WILD Professional Development Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Growing Up WILD is an early childhood education activity guide that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them. Through a wide range of activities and experiences\, it provides a foundation for developing positive impressions about nature while also building lifelong social and cognitive skills. Workshop participants will receive a copy of the guide and a certification of completion. \nTo register contact Pam Landry\, MassWildlife\, pam.landry@mass.gov. Registration deadline is December 1\, 2022. Space is limited\, so register early.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/growing-up-wild-professional-development-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Ada & Archibald MacLeish Field Station\, Bechtel Environmental Classroom\, 80 Poplar Hill Road\, Whatley\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221212T170000
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SUMMARY:MEES Conference Workshop Proposal Deadline
DESCRIPTION:MEES is seeking workshop proposals that engage environmental education best practices\, advance justice\, equity\, diversity\, and inclusion\, and tackle complex environmental and social issues. \nThe DEADLINE to submit a workshop proposal is MONDAY\, DECEMBER 12\, 2022.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/mees-conference-workshop-proposal-deadline/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Environmental Education Society":MAILTO:info@massmees.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221109T170000
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Association of Science Teachers Annual Conference
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URL:https://massmees.org/event/massachusetts-association-of-science-teachers-annual-confernece/
LOCATION:Best Western Royal Plaza\, Marlborough\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220822T134929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T165832Z
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SUMMARY:Using Your Community as a Teaching Resource: Connect Your Students to the Heart of Their Community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful and intimate day of new learning and inspiration\, as we dig deep into the pedagogy and methods for using the community as a classroom. Participants will explore and apply teaching strategies that help students connect with\, understand\, and engage with their community\, with personal perspective and new eyes. Learn to employ innovative field tested strategies from veteran innovative educators. We will also make connections to the significant Social Emotional Learning impact we see when students feel a sense of Identity\, Belonging\, and Mattering—a perfect compliment to Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion goals. A design based planning guide and essential readings will be provided. There will also be opportunities to workshop your own context\, thinking\, and curriculum ideas for feedback and support in smaller community of practice groups. Followup support is available.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/using-your-community-as-a-teaching-resource-connect-your-students-to-the-heart-of-their-community/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Community Works Institute":MAILTO:jbrooks@communityworksinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220810T155026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T021139Z
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SUMMARY:Inside - Outside Conference  |  Promising Practices in Nature & Place-Based Education
DESCRIPTION:The Inside-Outside conference is a celebration of nature- and place-based education and all who are redefining what is possible in elementary education. As we build school programs around place-based studies\, outdoor science lessons\, Forest Fridays and more\, we are connecting children to the natural world\, their local communities and big ideas.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/inside-outside-conference-promising-practices-in-nature-place-based-education/
LOCATION:Chesterfield School Chesterfield\, NH\, Chesterfield\, NH\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Antioch University New England":MAILTO:msmeltz@antioch.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220923T184537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T184537Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to School Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Help get the Massachusetts Farm to School Grant bill passed next session. Join Coalition members across the state during Farm to School Month in meeting with legislators in October at the Statehouse\, in district\, or virtually.  One of the most important things you can do is have a conversation with your legislators or their staff. Join us\, along with advocacy experts from Action Circles\, for a short training on how to prepare for and have a successful meeting. Join in on this training and learn how to ask for the meeting\, what the (short) agenda should be\, how to prepare\, and how you can begin to build\, or deepen your relationship with your legislators. Register for one of the virtual trainings here: \n\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 3 – 4pm\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 6 – 7pm\nThursday\, Sep 29\, 2022\, 10 – 11am\nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 12 – 1pm \nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 4 – 5pm
URL:https://massmees.org/event/farm-to-school-advocacy-training-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221018T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220923T184432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T184432Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to School Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Help get the Massachusetts Farm to School Grant bill passed next session. Join Coalition members across the state during Farm to School Month in meeting with legislators in October at the Statehouse\, in district\, or virtually.  One of the most important things you can do is have a conversation with your legislators or their staff. Join us\, along with advocacy experts from Action Circles\, for a short training on how to prepare for and have a successful meeting. Join in on this training and learn how to ask for the meeting\, what the (short) agenda should be\, how to prepare\, and how you can begin to build\, or deepen your relationship with your legislators. Register for one of the virtual trainings here: \n\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 3 – 4pm\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 6 – 7pm\nThursday\, Sep 29\, 2022\, 10 – 11am\nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 12 – 1pm \nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 4 – 5pm
URL:https://massmees.org/event/farm-to-school-advocacy-training-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221015T150000
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SUMMARY:Sharing the Fruits (and Veggies) of our Labor...From Farm to Fork
DESCRIPTION:Register for a Saturday adventure at the rolling farmland of historical Nourse Farm in Westborough.  We’ll offer a chance to discover fun ways to explore the past\, celebrate the present\, and plan for the future as we share the fruits (and veggies) or our labor.  As you might imagine\, Nourse Farm provides a large scope for learning given its age (300 years!) and family contributions to the business (members of the 8th\, 9th\, and 10th generations work there!) \n​Tasting the harvest from a school garden is a popular way to encourage students (& their families) to try new foods\, especially vegetables.  As such\, MAC will offer hands-on participatory opportunities and resources for ways teachers and students (& their families) can better connect agriculture\, food\, and nutrition.  Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (& 9th generation family member)\, Catherine Nourse runs Veg Out @ Nourse Farm –(a plant-forward food truck) and will be on hand to share her perspectives as an educator and foodie.  Her use of agricultural and nutritional science to create menu items and education activities ensures that when you’re better connected to your food\, you’re more inclined to eat ( and enjoy it.  We believe that this farm-to-fender experience will amplify your own appreciation of locally grown produce and provide ideas to boost student\, family\, (even school) nutrition. \n​Dress appropriately for the weather (warm jackets & walking shoes) as we explore the farm’s Story Walk and self-guided Historical Hike.  There is a tent available so the workshop will be held rain or shine on Saturday\, October 15. \n​Breakfast snack & VERY locally sourced lunch will be served. \n10 PDP’s may be earned at this workshop. \nREGISTER TODAY for this workshop.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/sharing-the-fruits-and-veggies-of-our-labor-from-farm-to-fork/
LOCATION:Nourse Farm\, 80 Jasper Street\, Westborough\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220717T164008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220717T164008Z
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SUMMARY:NAAEE 2022: Educating for Change Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 conference will focus on the powerful role education can play in creating healthier communities and tackling today’s complex environmental and social issues. We’ll dig into vital topics in our field such as climate change education and climate justice\, the benefits of connecting to nature\, building a green workforce\, protecting biodiversity\, and centering equity in our work. We’ll explore creative new approaches that have emerged from the pandemic and delve into ways in which current research can increase our effectiveness as we work to transform communities so they are more sustainable and just.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/naaee-2022-educating-for-change-conference/
LOCATION:Westin La Paloma Resort\, 3800 E. Sunrise Drive\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85718\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220717T164238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220717T164238Z
UID:3035-1665475200-1665594000@massmees.org
SUMMARY:NAAEE 2022: Educating for Change Symposium
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://massmees.org/event/naaee-2022-educating-for-change-symposium/
LOCATION:Westin La Paloma Resort\, 3800 E. Sunrise Drive\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85718\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221001T153000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220907T140925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T140940Z
UID:3309-1664614800-1664638200@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Growing Up WILD Professional Development Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Growing Up WILD: Exploring Nature with Young Children is an early childhood education activity guide that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them. Through a wide range of activities and experiences\, it provides a foundation for developing positive impressions about nature while also building lifelong social and cognitive skills. Workshop participants will receive a copy of the guide and a certification of completion. Registration deadline is September 23\, 2022. Space is limited\, so register early. \n.5 CEU’s pending *Please bring your own snacks\, bag lunch & beverage *Wear clothes and shoes appropriate for indoor and outdoor activities * We will follow the local & state recommended COVID-19 guidelines
URL:https://massmees.org/event/growing-up-wild-professional-development-workshop/
LOCATION:Turn Back Time (Barn)\, 250 Marshall Street\, Paxton\, 250 Marshall Street\, Paxton\, MA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mass Wildlife%2C Project Wild":MAILTO:pam.landry@mass.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220930T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220923T182933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T183127Z
UID:3356-1664531100-1664643600@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Farm-Based Education Network Berkshire Region Learning Journey
DESCRIPTION:Join peer farm-based educators for a series of farm tours around Western MA. \nYou’re invited to a Learning Journey! This series of farm tours will offer a deep dive deep into program strengths and attributes\, while you take in the sights\, sounds\, and smells of each host farm. We’ll share activities\, meals and reflections as we explore together. To accommodate varying schedules and interests\, registration is offered on a per farm basis\, so you can customize your itinerary. Group transportation is not provided. Participants should plan to drive yourself from farm to farm\, and we’ll meet up at each site once everyone has arrived. Please prepare for being outdoors all day in all weather! And remember if you are experiencing symptoms from any illness\, please stay home. \nInterested in carpooling? A van will be leaving from Berkshire Botanical Garden on Friday morning\, returning Friday evening after  the Hawthorne Valley visit. If you’re interested in hopping in the van\, please contact Bridgette Stone: bstone@berkshirebotanical.org
URL:https://massmees.org/event/farm-based-education-network-berkshire-region-learning-journey/
LOCATION:Western Mass\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220802T203725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T203725Z
UID:3110-1664524800-1664643600@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Deeper Learning Boston 2022
DESCRIPTION:Share space with regional change-makers ready to explore place-based learning\, environmental justice\, and creativity through the arts. We will bring a regional spin to dialogue\, reflection\, and inspiration that are part of the original Deeper Learning conference with teachers\, educational leaders\, facilitators\, and artists from Boston and the surrounding Northeast region. \nWe’re excited to partner with Hale Education in hosting this inaugural Deeper Learning Boston conference in Westwood and Dover\, MA. The DL Boston Experience will take place at Hale’s 1\,000-acre outdoor campus and at the Westwood High School campus. \nDay 1 is all about connecting and experiencing deeper learning for yourself through immersive deep dive sessions. This entire day is spent outdoors with minimal technology at Hale and is filled with opportunities to engage with other attendees in smaller group sessions as well as a whole group conference kick-off and reception. \nDay 2 will build on the connections from Day 1 through advisory and the Share Your Learning Showcase where you will reflect and engage in dialogue. This day will be held at the nearby Westwood High School campus. You’ll be inspired to keep the momentum going by our den talks and closing keynote. \n 
URL:https://massmees.org/event/deeper-learning-boston-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220923T184330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T184330Z
UID:3371-1664445600-1664449200@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Farm to School Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Help get the Massachusetts Farm to School Grant bill passed next session. Join Coalition members across the state during Farm to School Month in meeting with legislators in October at the Statehouse\, in district\, or virtually.  One of the most important things you can do is have a conversation with your legislators or their staff. Join us\, along with advocacy experts from Action Circles\, for a short training on how to prepare for and have a successful meeting. Join in on this training and learn how to ask for the meeting\, what the (short) agenda should be\, how to prepare\, and how you can begin to build\, or deepen your relationship with your legislators. Register for one of the virtual trainings here: \n\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 3 – 4pm\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 6 – 7pm\nThursday\, Sep 29\, 2022\, 10 – 11am\nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 12 – 1pm \nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 4 – 5pm
URL:https://massmees.org/event/farm-to-school-advocacy-training-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220928T180000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220923T184218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T184218Z
UID:3369-1664388000-1664388000@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Farm to School Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Help get the Massachusetts Farm to School Grant bill passed next session. Join Coalition members across the state during Farm to School Month in meeting with legislators in October at the Statehouse\, in district\, or virtually.  One of the most important things you can do is have a conversation with your legislators or their staff. Join us\, along with advocacy experts from Action Circles\, for a short training on how to prepare for and have a successful meeting. Join in on this training and learn how to ask for the meeting\, what the (short) agenda should be\, how to prepare\, and how you can begin to build\, or deepen your relationship with your legislators. Register for one of the virtual trainings here: \n\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 3 – 4pm\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 6 – 7pm\nThursday\, Sep 29\, 2022\, 10 – 11am\nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 12 – 1pm \nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 4 – 5pm
URL:https://massmees.org/event/farm-to-school-advocacy-training-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220923T183534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T184030Z
UID:3361-1664377200-1664380800@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Farm to School Advocacy Training
DESCRIPTION:Help get the Massachusetts Farm to School Grant bill passed next session. Join Coalition members across the state during Farm to School Month in meeting with legislators in October at the Statehouse\, in district\, or virtually.  One of the most important things you can do is have a conversation with your legislators or their staff. Join us\, along with advocacy experts from Action Circles\, for a short training on how to prepare for and have a successful meeting. Join in on this training and learn how to ask for the meeting\, what the (short) agenda should be\, how to prepare\, and how you can begin to build\, or deepen your relationship with your legislators. Register for one of the virtual trainings here: \n\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 3 – 4pm\nWednesday\, Sep 28\, 2022\, 6 – 7pm\nThursday\, Sep 29\, 2022\, 10 – 11am\nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 12 – 1pm \nTuesday\, Oct 18\, 2022\, 4 – 5pm
URL:https://massmees.org/event/farm-to-school-advocacy-training/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220805T194743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T194852Z
UID:3112-1663286400-1664150399@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Trails & Sails: Essex National Heritage Area
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! Trails & Sails 2022 takes place from September 16 to September 25. Discover special places in your backyard during Trails & Sails! Be guided through unique landscapes on land and sea\, explore historic properties\, and take in cultural experiences of all kinds. Find what makes Essex County like nowhere else during Trails & Sails! \nTrails & Sails is organized and coordinated by Essex Heritage\, the regional non-profit working to preserve and enhance natural\, cultural\, and historic resources around Essex County. Essex Heritage relies on many non-profit\, community\, and small business partners to offer a taste of heritage during Trails & Sails.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/trails-sails-essex-national-heritage-area/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220913T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220713T152018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T152018Z
UID:3013-1663083000-1663088400@massmees.org
SUMMARY:MEES Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://massmees.org/event/mees-board-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220805T192223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T192223Z
UID:3115-1662019200-1662051600@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Mass Ag in the Classroom Mini-Grant Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Goals of the Mini-Grant Program\nThe mini-grant program aims to fund agriculture-related education projects that: \n\n\nConnect students to the local and sustainable food movement \n\n\nProvide students with hands-on experience of good agricultural practices including in the school garden \n\n\nDevelop instructional materials and methods for teaching science through the lens of agriculture \n\n\nEnable students to see connections between agricultural practices and human health\, nutrition\, environment\, community\, and sustainability \n\n\nIntegrate sustainable agricultural literacy into science\, math\, social studies\, language and literature\, and arts curricula \n\n\nPromote an understanding of the challenges faced by present-day farmers \n\n\nIntroduce ideas in creative ways that promote agricultural literacy both inside the classroom and beyond it \n\n\nIncrease knowledge and understanding of the contributions of agriculture in Massachusetts to the people of the state\, the nation\, and the world
URL:https://massmees.org/event/mass-ag-in-the-classroom-mini-grant-deadline/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220901T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220901T000000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220808T164509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T165951Z
UID:3134-1661990400-1661990400@massmees.org
SUMMARY:Youth Innovation Challenge: Tackling Marine Debris
DESCRIPTION:The Global Environmental Education Partnership (GEEP) is excited to announce the launch of the 2022 Youth Innovation Challenge (YIC): Tackling Marine Debris. This challenge invites people between the ages of 15–30 from around the world to share fresh ideas for tackling marine debris issues. Three winners will receive a $1\,000 USD prize. Submissions will be collected from June 29 to September 1\, 2022. Learn more: https://thegeep.org/youth-innovation-challenge
URL:https://massmees.org/event/youth-innovation-challenge-tackling-marine-debris/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global Environmental Education Partnership":MAILTO:GEEP@naaee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220830T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220830T160000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220818T181832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T181832Z
UID:3221-1661828400-1661875200@massmees.org
SUMMARY:eeINSPIRE Webinar: Mapping the Landscape of K–12 Climate Change Education Policy in the United States
DESCRIPTION:Join NAAEE and Monitoring and Evaluating Climate Communication and Education Project (MECCE) for an eeINSPIRE webinar to learn more about the findings of a comprehensive analysis of K–12 Climate Change Education Policy in the United States\, including the next steps for supporting these recommendations.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/eeinspire-webinar-mapping-the-landscape-of-k-12-climate-change-education-policy-in-the-united-states/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20220821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20220821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T172245
CREATED:20220808T170550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T170942Z
UID:3140-1661090400-1661094000@massmees.org
SUMMARY:ANCA Member CONNECTS: DEI Book(+) Club — Organizational Change
DESCRIPTION:Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Book(+) Club\nThis group is a space for ANCA members to come together to discuss relevant DEI resources\, deepen our DEI learning\, find support and inspiration from each other\, and make plans for action. The group will gather quarterly to discuss books\, articles\, podcasts\, and/or videos around a particular theme. The idea is that whatever format works best for you\, you’ll have a way to engage! Participants will also be assigned to small “accountability buddy” groups\, who will check in between the quarterly gatherings to help us all keep moving forward with our own DEI goals. Participants aren’t required to attend all meetings\, so you can register for individual meetings as you are able. \nThe ANCA DEI Book(+) Club Registration Fee is $5 per meeting.
URL:https://massmees.org/event/anca-member-connects-dei-book-club-organizational-change/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Association of Nature Center Administrators":MAILTO:membership@natctr.org
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