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My Professional Growth Goal in Environmental Education

Michelle shares her plan for incorporating more environmental education in her teaching.  
 
Fall Symposium on Alberta Education - A Great Engagement Model

Read the blog by Kathy Worobec published on the Alberta Education site 
 
 

We are now 7 Billion..... 

Many pundits hold that human population growth is the mother of all environmental issues. Is there a way for you to tackle this in your classroom? The UN announced on October 31 that the world has reached 7 billion. Here are some resources for all grade levels:
  • The famous 'dots video'. This short video from Population Connections uses dots to show world population growth starting in 1AD.  The last few seconds pack a punch!
     
  • CBC broke down this number in some compelling ways.
  • Population Connections has activities for all school levels that attempt to demonstrate the impact of population on the earth.
  • Wombat -  this video has been around for awhile, but so to the point!  
 

Calgary Teachers - Showcase Environmental Projects  

The Mayor's Environment Expo in Calgary is looking for applications from teachers. Schools receive $250, mentors with expertise in specific topics, a free bus to expo, and the opportunity to share their project with other students attending the expo. For more information and to submit and application, visit: www.calgary.ca/mee. 
 

Green Teacher Webinars 

Green Teacher Magazine has more webinar sessions scheduled:  
  • Outdoor Teaching Mistakes - November 26
  • Sustainable Happiness, Hope & Resiliency - December 5   
 
Take Me Outside Challenge a SuccessCross-Canada Journey Ends and New Program Begins

On October 26, Colin Harris completed his run across the country encouraging youth to get outside, be active and reconnect with nature. 

 

Learn more about the program. 

 

Are you a teacher in Fort McMurray? Interested in water?  CAWST is coming to town December 2 and will be offering a workshop, 1:30-3:30 at the Clearwater Public Education Centre, 231 Hardin Street  sharing the resources ideal for grade 3-8 in their Youth Wavemakers Program.  

 

This program has over 20 lesson plans on local and global water issues. Teachers will have a chance to try some of the activities and learn how to incorporate lesson plans into their curriculum.
If you are interested, contact wavemakers@cawst.org  

 
Earn a Bike - After School Program in Calgary  

Two Wheel View is looking for youth age 11-17 for their after school program. Here are the details:   

 

Time: Every Thursday from 4pm-6pm  

Location: Good Life Community Bike Shop in Eau Claire Market
Cost: Free and snack is provided. 
Why: Learn about bike mechanics, leadership and teamwork skills. 
After 8 sessions students will earn a bike, new helmet and a lock.  

 

Registration form and contact information.  

 
Wind Energy Program in Southern Alberta
The International Wind Energy Academy at Lethbridge College will be visiting classrooms and engaging schools in the Kid Wind Challenge. Teams of 5 build turbines and compete against other schools during Power Fest in Pincher Creek.

For more information, contact Kris Hodgson. 
Buy Nothing Day - November 25
First organized in Vancouver in 1992, this is now a worldwide event to draw attention to how much we all consume. Learn some quick facts and view some resources on the Resources for Rethinking page.  
Of Wolves, caribou, moose, oil and gas
Looking for a lesson that shows the complexity of ecosystem management? Ask students to unpack the relationship between wolves, caribou, moose, oil and gas - and if they agree with the decisions of the wildlife managers to kill wolves, or the author of this article. Find the article here. 
Canadian Social Innovation
Social Innovation Generation (SiG) seeks to address Canada's social and ecological challenges by creating a culture of continuous social innovation. They have a series of webinars in November and December highlighting social innovation in Canada.
For more information visit:  www.abcee.org
Questions or comments? Please contact christina@abcee.org.