Green Schools Initiative

Happy New Year! Reflections from Facing the Future about how Education for Sustainability is transformative, not additive. Changing a few simple words can empower teachers and students to engage in creating the future they want....

Reflections on the What, Why and How of Education for Sustainability What Can We Do for Your School or Organization?CWI's SITE BASED Professional Developmentfor Educators Since 1995, Community Works Institute (CWI) has worked with thousands of educators across the U.S. and internationally. CWI provides a wide variety of professional development opportunities and cust…

Big win today! Our Sustainable Schools Coalition persuaded the CA Air Resources Board to include K-12 schools in its Investment Plan setting priorities for allocating its $1 billion in cap-and-trade funds for greenhouse gas reduction projects. The letters and drawings from kids helped, as well as our strong coalition of 28 organizations all aligned in showcasing how schools will help achieve our climate goals through tree planting, asphalt removal, recycling and composting, energy and water conservation, transit, solar, and more. Green Schoolyards America wrote a blog about our day...

Green Schoolyards America • A Win for Sustainable Schools as part of... A Win for Sustainable Schools as part of California Climate Investment PlanCalifornia recently passed “cap and trade” laws that will tax polluters in order to offset their emissions (AB-32). The...

Get students outdoors today! Good for their health, learning, and well-being. If you need reasons - check out this Infographic from NEEF.

Children and Nature Infographic

Art is a powerful force. So are children. Let's listen to our children and work for peace, a healthy planet, and thriving communities.

Children Respond To Global Terrorism Through Art With A Message Of Peace These kids are expressing a powerful message of solidarity through their art.

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Top 10 Funding Opportunities & Grants for School Gardens - Bright Agrotech Don't let funding prevent you from classroom gardening and teaching with an innovative tool! Here are the top 10 funding and grants for school gardens.