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February 23, 2005

EE-NEWS@NAAEE
February 23, 2005
The bi-weekly email bulletin provided by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), with funding from the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP). EE-News is a compilation of some of the new links added to the EE-Link web site over the past two weeks. Visit http://eelink.net/ for the rest of the story.

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WANTED: Committed, experienced environmental educators to add a new branch to the NAAEE tree!
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Did you attend the Environmental Education Advocacy Committee (EEAC) meeting in Biloxi? We need your contact information! Are you interested in helping to establish NAAEE's Government Affairs Office? We need you to join us! Committee activities are revving up again and we need new ideas for activating EE professionals around EE policy issues, providing support for State EE Affiliates, and developing useful online EE policy tools. Visit www.naaee.org/govtaffairs and email Rob at eeac@xxxxxxxxxx The next committee meeting is coming up soon . . .


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Awards, Grants, Contests
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1. EPA REGION 7 HELP FOR EARTH DAY 2005
2. RADICAL RENOVATION: SCHOOL EDITION CONTEST
3. CAPCO SCIENCE CLASS CHALLENGE
4. EARTHWATCH EDUCATOR FELLOWSHIP AWARDS
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International Resources
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5. AMAZON ECOLOGY & CULTURE FOR EDUCATORS
6. EECOM 2005 CONFERENCE - CANADA
7. EECO 2005 CONFERENCE - CANADA
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National Events, Training, Announcements
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8. SHARING NATURE WITH CHILDREN ~ ARIZONA
9. 2005 EEAA ANNUAL CONFERENCE ~ ALABAMA
10. TAEE SPRING CONFERENCE ~ TEXAS
11. 2005 WATER EDUCATORS' CONFERENCE ~ COLORADO
12. POSITIVE POWER OF EE CONFERENCE ~ MONTANA
13. NYSOEA 2005 CONFERENCE ~ NEW YORK
14. EEAW & EEAO 2005 CONFERENCE ~ WASHINGTON
15. NPS AIR QUALITY WORKSHOP ~ TEXAS
16. WINDSTAR FOUNDATION SYMPOSIUM 2005 ~ COLORADO
17. EE SUMMIT 2005 ~ IDAHO
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Resources for Students & Educators
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18. GMABILITY EDUCATION - SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT (K-12)
19. WWF PENNIES FOR THE PLANET 2005
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Research and Publishing Opportunities
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20. ENVIRONMENTAL ONLINE COMMUNICATION - CFP
21. INT'L CONFERENCE ON THE ENVIRONMENT ~ CFP
22. KANSAS EE CONFERENCE - RFP



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Awards, Grants, Contests
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1. EPA REGION 7 HELP FOR EARTH DAY 2005
Proposals Due: March 18, 2005
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 is accepting proposals from local agencies, state agencies, environmental groups and not-for-profit organizations to help communities celebrate Earth Day 2005 and throughout the year in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. Proposals should range from $500 to $2,500.
Instructions and criteria can be obtained by e-mail from Denise Morrison at morrison.denise@xxxxxxx or at 1-800-223-0425.
http://www.epa.gov/region7/news_events/newsreleases/n021405.htm

2. RADICAL RENOVATION: SCHOOL EDITION CONTEST
Application Deadline: April 7, 2005
Contest sponsored by Ford Motor Company and National Geographic Foundation for K-6 teachers nationwide to submit their students' vision of a sustainable, eco-friendly school. The winning class will receive $100,000 to implement their plan.
See rules: http://plasma.nationalgeographic.com/gogreen/ford/rules.html
http://plasma.nationalgeographic.com/gogreen/ford/

3. CAPCO SCIENCE CLASS CHALLENGE
Deadline: May 13, 2005
Participate in the CAPCO Science Class Challenge and win $500 to $5,000 for your school. For grades 4-9, the competition is meant to encourage students and teachers to learn about the Earth's protective upper ozone layer, CFCs, and the environment by using provided activities or their own creative methods. The contest is open to teachers with classes in grades 4-9. Teachers must be employed by a public or private school.
http://www.nocfcs.org/scc/scchome.htm

4. EARTHWATCH EDUCATOR FELLOWSHIP AWARDS
Education Awards awarded through a competitive application process, are considered based on available funding in the applicant's geographic region, financial need, and the benefits that would result from participating on an Earthwatch expedition. Decisions are made on applications beginning in January and ending when funds are exhausted, typically by late spring. Elementary, middle, and high school educators and administrators of any discipline are eligible to apply. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
http://www.earthwatch.org/education/educator/apply.html


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International Resources
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5. AMAZON ECOLOGY & CULTURE FOR EDUCATORS
Join an exciting 10-day adventure from July 11-20 to visit the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest and Machu Picchu in the Andes Mountains to learn more about the people, plants and animals of this region. Teachers will participate in informative hikes and hands-on lessons. 3 credits are available through West Chester University of Pennsylvania.
Call the ACEER Foundation at (610) 738-0477 or visit website for more information.
Deposit Deadline: March 25, 2005.
http://www.aceer.org/2005workshops.htm

6. EECOM 2005 CONFERENCE - CANADA
September 29 - October 2, 2005 ~ Huntsville, Ontario
Canadian Network for Environmental Education and Communication 2005 Conference "Creating Ripples: Education, Environment, and Culture" Proposed strands for the Conference include: Ethics, Leadership, Community Engagement, Outdoor Experiences, Critical Reflection, and Global Education.
http://www.eecom.org/english/conferences.html

7. EECO 2005 CONFERENCE - CANADA
May 26-27, 2005 ~ Toronto, Ontario
Globe Foundation of Canada Environment and Energy Conference (EECO) 2005 conference is focused on environmental and energy issues specific to the Great Lakes Region. The major themes include: Eco-Efficiency; Energy; Cities; and Canada-US Dialogue. For more information, contact: GLOBE Foundation of Canada 604-775-7300
http://www.eeco2005.com/index.cfm?section=conference


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National Events, Training, Announcements
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8. SHARING NATURE WITH CHILDREN ~ ARIZONA
March 24, 2005 ~ Phoenix, Arizona
Joseph Cornell Workshop sponsored by Arizona Association for Environmental Education. Don’t miss this exceptional workshop led by one of the most highly regarded nature educators in the world today, Joseph Cornell. This experiential workshop is based on the philosophy and activities from Joseph Cornell's popular and highly acclaimed Sharing Nature Book Series, published in nineteen languages and used by parents and teachers all over the globe.
Call 602.789.3220 for details and to register. For more information about Joseph Cornell, his workshops and books visit the website.
http://www.sharingnature.com/

9. 2005 EEAA ANNUAL CONFERENCE ~ ALABAMA
March 10-12, 2005 ~ Nauvoo, Alabama
Environmental Education Association of Alabama (EEAA) 2005 conference them is “Down & Dirty: Back to the Basics in Environmental Education” and will be returning to Camp McDowell Environmental Center in Nauvoo, Alabama. Activities include field trips to areas of Bankhead and the Sipsey, canoeing, hiking, and learning about the history of northwestern Alabama, the home of the “Free State of Winston.”
Details are available on the website: http://www.aces.edu/eeaa/main.html
http://www.aces.edu/eeaa/pdf/EEAAConf05.pdf

10. TAEE SPRING CONFERENCE ~ TEXAS
March 11-13, 2005 ~ Camp Olympia, Texas
Growing the SEEDS of Environmental Education, presented by Houston ISD Outdoor Education Centers in conjunction with the Texas Association for Environmental Education (TAEE). Keynote presenter Dr. Pete Gunter will be speaking on EE and the land ethics of Aldo Leopold in relation to the Big Thicket. Conference offerings also include workshops on topics such as local wildlife and natural history, recreational opportunities, and the Children’s Literature Fair.
http://www.statweb.org/TAEE/2005Seedsflyer.doc

11. 2005 WATER EDUCATORS' CONFERENCE ~ COLORADO
March 29-30, 2005 ~ Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Colorado Foundation for Water Education annual conference theme is "Education in Action" with focus on K-12, adult, and community education.
Registration form, hotel and pricing information available on the website, or contact Conference Coordinator Susan Bond, at (303)996-9998 or susan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
http://cfwe.org/2005Conf/Agenda.asp

12. POSITIVE POWER OF EE CONFERENCE ~ MONTANA
March 4-5, 2005 ~ Bozeman, Montana Montana
Environmental Education Association 2005 Annual Conference theme: The Positive Power of Environmental Education: Better Understanding, Problem-solving and Hope. Conference Strands:
Better Understanding: Add to your toolbox of environmental education activities and topics that fit into class curriculum, teach to state, standards and energize your students.
Problem-solving: Help your students learn critical thinking skills, investigate controversial topics using issue analysis techniques and become good decision-makers amid conflicting rhetoric.
Hope: Learn from real stories of local successes. Empower students and renew your energy to make real positive changes in the world and to see that each individual can make a difference.
After February 17th, register at the conference.
http://www.montanaeea.org/conference/

13. NYSOEA 2005 CONFERENCE ~ NEW YORK
October 6-9, 2005 ~ Ithaca, New York
New York State Outdoor Education Association Annual Conference theme is "Educators Take Flight!" Professional development opportunities for educators.
For more information, contact Frank Benenati at 607-533-3597 or wildloons@xxxxxxxxxxx
http://www.nysoea.org/conference.htm

14. EEAW & EEAO 2005 CONFERENCE ~ WASHINGTON
June 23-25, 2005 ~ Vancouver, Washington
Environmental Education Association of Washington (EEAW) and Environmental Education Association of Oregon (EEAO) Joint Conference: Sound to Steens, Connecting Deserts to Oceans.
Strands include: Environmental Education Benchmark Standards; Lewis & Clark; Community-Based EE Addresses Environmental Justice; and EE and the Natural World in Art.
http://www.eeaw.org/conference/2005/index.html

15. NPS AIR QUALITY WORKSHOP ~ TEXAS
March 29-30, 2005 ~ Dallas, Texas
Extended Deadline: February 28, 2005
National Park Service 2-day Workshop: Communicating Critical Air Resource Issues in National Parks. There’s still space and registration is now open to non-NPS employees. This workshop will focus on bringing air quality specialists and resource managers together with interpreters and educators to collaborate efforts on conveying complex air quality issues to the public. Experienced park interpreters, air quality educators, and research scientists will speak about important topics including climate change, ecological effects of air pollution, air quality and visibility, and the night sky.
Contact: Nina Roberts, (970) 267-2115, Nina_Roberts@xxxxxxx Registration info and application online. (NPS employees will receive $750 towards travel).
http://www2.nature.nps.gov/air/edu/index.htm

16. WINDSTAR FOUNDATION SYMPOSIUM 2005 ~ COLORADO
September 30 - October 1, 2005 ~ Snowmass, Colorado
The "New Choices for Your Future" symposium includes curriculum based on the 7 National Science Standards with live video presentations of renowned speakers from very prestigious organizations integrating environmental educational aspects into their presentations on each standard.
http://www.wstar.org/symposium/2004/symposium.htm

17. EE SUMMIT 2005 ~ IDAHO
March 4-5, 2005 ~ Moscow, Idaho
The Idaho Environmental Education Summit is the premier statewide event for K-12 teachers, higher education faculty and staff, and non-formal educators, emphasizing educational projects, programs, and curricular resources developed for the Lewis & Clark Bicentennial.
http://www.idahoee.org/Summit05.html


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Resources for Students & Educators
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18. GMABILITY EDUCATION - SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT (K-12)
Online K-12 activities and lesson plans to reinforce environmental topics, such as science, technology and energy. Learn how students monitor a river's health, how materials are recycled in a manufacturing facility, and play games like The Cruncha to recycle a Chevrolet Silverado.
http://www.gm.com/company/gmability/edu_k-12/k-4/earth/more_earth.html

19. WWF PENNIES FOR THE PLANET 2005
World Wildlife Fund is proud to announce the launch of Pennies for the Planet 2005--Protecting Big Cats!! Pennies is an educational and fundraising campaign that engages thousands of kids in conservation education and action every year. This year's program is focused on big cats. On the newly-designed Pennies Web site, kids can learn about big cats and the threats they face. They'll also find fun ideas for raising pennies to help the campaign's three target big cats: the highly endangered Amur leopard, snow leopard, and Sumatran tiger. Educators visiting the Web site will find educational activities to help teach their students about big cats, as well as information about collecting and sending in pennies.
http://www.worldwildlife.org/pennies/


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Research and Publishing Opportunities
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20. ENVIRONMENTAL ONLINE COMMUNICATION - CFP
Submission Deadline: June 15, 2005
Call for Papers for Minitrack at the 39th Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (HICSS-39) January 4-7, 2006; Poipu Beach, Kauai. The Minitrack investigates the role of the Internet in advocating sustainability and ecosystem protection. Theoretical, conceptual or descriptive submissions are invited in the following categories: Raising Environmental Awareness, Environmental Web Portals, Networks and Virtual Communities, Corporate Sustainability and Environmental Sciences.
http://www.ecoresearch.net/hicss

21. INT'L CONFERENCE ON THE ENVIRONMENT ~ CFP
Abstract Deadline: April 30, 2005
Abstracts for presentations and workshops are being solicited for the 11th International Interdisciplinary Conference on the Environment, June 23-25 in Orlando FL. Submissions are welcome on any interdisciplinary environmental topic, and accepted presentations can be reviewed for the journal Interdisciplinary Environmental Review. Complete information and submission instructions available on the website.
For questions, contact Dr. Kimberly Reiter, HPSP, Delaware State University, Dover, DE 19901-2277; (302) 857-7332.
http://cars.desu.edu/faculty/mreiter/IEACall.htm

22. KANSAS EE CONFERENCE - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Deadline: May 6, 2005
Proposals for 50-minute concurrent session presentations are now being accepted for the Kansas Environmental Education Conference. This year's conference, "Exploring EE Underground to Outer Space", will be held in Hutchinson, KS, on Friday and Saturday, 4-5 November. Topics include Earth and Space, Exploring Technology, and Reading the Landscape. Complete details can be found at KACEE's website, www.kacee.org, or by contacting Shari Wilson at sharilea@xxxxxxxxx or 913-287-6879.
http://www.kacee.org


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