Daily Archives: October 21, 2009

Citizen Climate

The Will Steger Foundation developed Citizen Climate, a new high school curriculum tied to national standards that focuses on global climate solutions. This curriculum emphasizes civic engagement and helps teachers and students understand the critical and complex climate solutions being … Continue reading

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First Bloom

First Bloom is a National Park Foundation program that connects kids between 4th and 6th grades to nature and national parks. First Bloom kids meet with park rangers monthly over one program year. They engage in outdoor, hands-on activities and … Continue reading

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President's Environmental Youth Awards

Entry deadline December 31 Since 1971, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has sponsored the President’s Environmental Youth Awards (PEYA). The program recognizes young people across America in grades K-12 for projects which demonstrate their commitment to the environment. To … Continue reading

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Generation Green: Youth Voices and Visions Writing Contest

Entry deadline December 4 The National Council for Science and the Environment is calling on high school students to submit articles on the new green economy. Articles should be 500 words in length and may be opinion pieces, research showcases … Continue reading

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Prudential Spirit of Community Awards

Application deadline November 2 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor outstanding community service by young people in grades 5-12 at the local, state and national level. Ten honorees in grades 5-12 will be given a cash award of $5,000 plus … Continue reading

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