California Regional Environmental
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California Department of Education, STEM Office
 
 

Fall 2014 - Region 9b - Orange County
 
 

Fall Changes

Fall brings with it many changes: new schools, teachers, grade levels, curricula, opportunities, and a "fall back" time change. I keep hoping that our weather will also change, but it looks like "summer" is going to hold out a little longer for us in Orange County.
The O.C. Dept. of Ed. is kicking off a robust science professional learning series for 2014 - 2015, and our local environmental education providers are offering many wonderful outdoor and hands-on learning experiences for your students. Use our searchable resource directory at http://www.creec.org; if you don't see what you're looking for, email me and I'll help you find experiences your students will love and learn through.

Helen de la Maza
Region 9b CREEC Coordinator
 
 

What’s New in Region 9b

Orange County Community Foundation 2014-2015 FEDCO Teacher Grant Program

FEDCO grants are available for Orange County public school teachers serving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Priority will be given to schools that serve children with low socioeconomic status and/or low academic scores. Teachers may apply individually for grants of up to $500, or collaborate with other teachers . . .

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OCDE's Science Professional Learning Series

The Orange County Department of Education is offering numerous Science Professional Learning opportunities to increase awareness around NGSS, STEM, and Science Olympiad. This document lists all workshops for the 2014 - 2015 academic year . . .

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2014 California Forestry Challenge

A unique opportunity for high school students is now available just a county away! The California Forestry Challenge is a competitive event for high school students in technical forestry and current forestry topics. Using the forest as the classroom, the California Forestry Challenge is hands-on learning at its best . . .

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Local Events

10/24

Forestry Institute for Teachers PLUS

10/25

OC WILD's Annual Docent Day

11/5

Green California Schools and Community Colleges Summit and Exposition
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Environmental Education In Action

Children's Water Education Festival 2015

The 19th annual Children's Water Education Festival, the largest of its kind in the United States, will be held March 25-26, 2015 at the University of California, Irvine. The event is presented by the Orange County Water District, Disneyland Resort, National Water Research Institute, and the Orange County Water District Groundwater Guardian Team.

The Festival is offered free to Orange County schools, and is a unique opportunity for third, fourth, and fifth grade students to learn about local water issues, water supply, and the environment.

Registration for the 2015 Festival is now open. Interested teachers, presenters and volunteers may register online now.

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Region 9b Coordinator

Helen de la Maza hdelamaza@ocde.us (123) 456-7890

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