California 2013 Green Ribbon Nominees Announced
February 15th, 2013
February 15th, 2013
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson nominates four "green schools" and one district to represent California in the second annual national Green Ribbon Schools Award Program. Read about the inspiring nominees.
Towards Healthy Schools 2015: New Report from Coalition for Healthy Schools
February 15th, 2013
February 15th, 2013
Read about the benefits of healthy indoor environments for student attendance and achievement. Also review data for your state about the quality of school buildings, asthma rates, and more. Take action and sign a letter to Congress to restore funding for EPA Healthy Schools programs.
A Chat with Sarah Delaney, San Francisco Unified's Ecoliteracy Specialist
January 30th, 2013
January 30th, 2013
Intern Clara MacLeod interviewed Sarah Delaney, SFUSD's ecoliteracy content specialist, about how the district is forging ahead with outdoor education, professional development, field trips, and the connections to broader green school initiatives.
Clovis Unified turns to solar project for energy savings
Clovis Unified School District is installing solar panels that will eventually generate ~5.86 megawatts of electricity, lowering its $7 million annual electric bills by $2.3 million, and freeing up money for instructional programs. Read the Fresno Bee article.
Green Schools Progress in 2012
In 2012, Green Schools Initiative helped more schools "go green" and worked to promote policies and programs at the state and national level that will accelerate the transformation of K-12 schools into healthy, sustainable learning environments that engage kids in hands-on learning about the world around them.
Ready, Set, Apply! for the Green Ribbon Schools Award
CALIFORNIA APPLICATION now available: Apply for the U.S. Dept of Education's Green Ribbon Schools Award! Apply through your state education agency. Get the recognition you deserve!