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May 4, 2005

EE-NEWS@NAAEE
May 4, 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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NAAEE AWARDS REMINDER: Call for Nominations
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Deadline: June 1st
This is your opportunity to recognize individuals and organizations that excel in EE by nominating those who deserve wider recognition for their accomplishments. NAAEE prestigious annual awards will be presented this year at the Association's annual conference in Albuquerque, New Mexico in late October. For complete details about the nomination process and awards visit the website: http://naaee.org/members/profiles.php
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Awards, Grants, Contests
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1. KODAK AMERICAN GREENWAY GRANTS
2. CAPCO CHALLENGE
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International Events, Announcements, Resources
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3. 3RD WORLD EE CONGRESS (WEEC) ~ ITALY
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National Events, Training, Announcements
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4. IEEIA WORKSHOP ~ ALASKA
5. OLYMPIC PARK TEACHER TRAINING ~ WASHINGTON
6. GRAD. PROGRAM AT TETON SCIENCE SCHOOL ~ WYOMING
7. WORLD OCEAN DAY
8. AUDUBON EXPEDITION INST. AT LESLEY U. ~ MASSACHUSETTS
9. FIELD STUDIES PROGRAM ~ HAWAII
10. MACHU PICCHU EXCURSION FOR STUDENTS
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Resources for Students & Educators
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11. CARTOONIST HELPS GRASSROOTS EFFORTS
12. PEE WEE'S FAMILY IN A NUTSHELL
13. APPRENTICE ECOLOGIST PROGRAM
14. VIDEOS ABOUT CLASS V WELLS
15. YE OLDE LOG
16. NAAEE'S EE-LINK JOBS DATABASE GETS PRESS
17. EPA HEALTHY SCHOOLS ASSESSMENT TOOL
18. FLYING WILD
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Research and Publishing Opportunities
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19. CONGRESS ON EDUCATION IN BOTANIC GARDENS ~ CFP
20. KAEE ~ CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS

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News for the EE Community:
NEW CAMPAIGN FOR ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY WEBSITE!
http://www.fundee.org
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Easy TAKE ACTION page designed to take less than one minute to voice your opinion: http://www.fundee.org/campaign.jsp?campaign_KEY=585&t=action

The Campaign for Environmental Literacy seeks to restore and secure funding for Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Education and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Environmental Education (EE) programs. Site offers background information on the importance of environmental literacy and the impact funding cuts will have on educational programs nationwide. Visit the TAKE ACTION page for a quick way to make an impact: http://www.fundee.org/campaign.jsp?campaign_KEY=585&t=action

Continue the dialogue - join the blog: http://www.fundee.org/blog.jsp?blog_KEY=85&t=blog

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Awards, Grants, Contests
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1. KODAK AMERICAN GREENWAY GRANTS
Deadline: June 1, 2005
Through a partnership of Eastman Kodak, The Conservation Fund, and the National Geographic Society, the Kodak American Greenways Awards Program provides small grants for the planning and design of greenways and support of grassroots greenways organizations in U.S. communities. Grants range from $500 to $2500. Online application. http://www.kodak.com/US/en/corp/environment/01CorpEnviroRpt/outreach_greenways.jhtml
http://www.conservationfund.org/pagespinner.asp?article=2106

2. CAPCO 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


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International Events, Announcements, Resources
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3. 3RD WORLD EE CONGRESS (WEEC) ~ ITALY
October 2-6, 2005 ~ Torino, Italy
Abstracts due: May 31, 2005
3rd World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) - Educational Paths towards Sustainability is occurring in the first year of the United Nations "Worldwide Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (DESD)", 2005-2014. WEEC objectives are the exchange of observations and best practices worldwide, development of main themes for the agenda on environmental education and discussion on conference presentations.
http://www.3weec.org/


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National Events, Training, Announcements
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4. IEEIA WORKSHOP ~ ALASKA
JUNE 19 - 25, 2005 ~ Seward, Alaska
Room for only five more participants! Enjoy the natural wonders of Alaska while you learn how to help students develop critical thinking skills, investigate environmental issues, and plan responsible citizenship action! $683 workshop fee includes instruction manual for the nationally acclaimed EE program based on the Hungerford issue investigation model, six nights lodging, two meals daily, cruise of islands and fjords, and field trip to Exit Glacier. Send full payment by June 1, 2005. College credit available.
For further details, contact Versil Withrow (618-898-1277; teachu@xxxxxxxxxx).

5. OLYMPIC PARK TEACHER TRAINING ~ WASHINGTON
Olympic Park Institute (OPI) is offering Environmental Science weekend courses for Teachers in July, 2005. Clock hours available. Meals and cabin lodging included for many weekend courses. View/download the 2005 course calendar from the website or call (800)775-3720 to request a copy.
http://www.olympicparkinstitute.org/

6. GRADUATE PROGRAM AT TETON SCIENCE SCHOOL ~ WYOMING
Teton Science Schools (TSS), a nonprofit organization, connecting people to nature through education at four programming sites in Jackson, Wyoming. TSS is seeking applicants for the Professional Residency in Environmental Education (PREE) and Natural History Interpretation (NHI), a one-year graduate program. Program includes: - Graduate level courses in the natural sciences and education, - Practicum experiences in environmental education and interpretation in the classroom, field and community.
To apply, visit the website or contact Dr. John Haskin at 307-733-4765.
http://www.tetonscience.org/grad.html

7. WORLD OCEAN DAY
June 8, 2005
The Ocean Project is coordinating efforts with the World Ocean Network to celebrate the 13th Annual World Ocean Day (WOD), June 8, 2005. WOD provides the opportunity to evaluate perspective, learn about ocean creatures and habitats, and ways to become a caretaker. Celebrate World Ocean Day by organizing or participating in activities that celebrate our world ocean that connects us all. Check The Ocean Project site for a list of ways your organization can celebrate World Ocean Day (WOD).
http://www.theoceanproject.org/news/oceanday.html

8. AUDUBON EXPEDITION INST. AT LESLEY U. ~ MASSACHUSETTS
Audubon Expedition Institute at Lesley University is accepting applications for its M.S. programs in Ecological Teaching and Learning, and Environmental Education. The 18-month M.S. in Ecological Teaching and Learning (begins July 2005) is for educators in schools and nonformal settings who want to enhance their ecological understanding and use their work site to apply their learning. The two-year M.S. in Environmental Education (begins September 2005) trains students to become self-motivated educational leaders in the environmental field.
http://www.lesley.edu/gsass/audubon/index.html

9. FIELD STUDIES PROGRAM ~ HAWAII
August 4-9, 2005 ~ Hawai'i
Application Deadline: May 30, 2005
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Marine Sanctuaries Field Studies Program in partnership with the National Geographic Society promotes the understanding of America's ocean treasures through first hand experiences. This year teacher/student pairs will be exploring Hawai'i's marine environment with the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary while staying on Coconut Island off O'ahu, Hawai'i. The field study will include snorkeling and fish identification on the coral reefs, studies of the local watershed, environmental monitoring and much more. National Geographic photographers will work with the students on photo documentation of their field experiences and the development of a youth media project.
For more information, please visit http://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education
http://www.ngsednet.org/workshop_details.cfm?w_id=27

10. MACHU PICCHU EXCURSION FOR STUDENTS
Deadline: June 30th 2005
Seeking Blind & Able-Bodied Students for Machu Picchu Excursion. Join Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind man to summit Mount Everest, and Global Explorers' staff for a spectacular trek through the magical land of the Incas. This one-time-only 12-day experience will team blind, disabled and able-bodied high school students for an unparalleled leadership, teamwork, and learning adventure. A highlight will be a six day trek through lush mountains and ancient Inca ruins to Machu Picchu. In the process, students will explore the rich cultural and natural history of this spectacular region. They'll learn a great deal about themselves and each other as they push beyond their boundaries on this journey of a lifetime.
http://www.globalexplorers.org


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Resources for Students & Educators
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11. CARTOONIST HELPS GRASSROOTS EFFORTS IN SAVING SALMON CAMPAIGN
Cartoonist Denis Thomopoulos (hippoworks.com) created this cartoon from the perspective of several talking salmon to help with the efforts in saving the imperiled Northwest Salmon. Thomopoulos teamed up with Wildlife Works and Save Our Wild Salmon Coalition to create an online petition addressed to Congress and to sell t-shirts to raise money for wild salmon recovery efforts.
http://www.hippoworks.com/cgi-bin/cartoonlets?ctnid=59

12. PEE WEE'S FAMILY IN A NUTSHELL
By Larraine Roulston. Third in the children's adventure series in composting, tells the tale of the endearing little red wiggler and friends who have adventures with composting. It follows "Pee Wee and the Magical Compost Heap" and "Pee Wee's Great Adventure: a guide to Vermicomposting."
http://www.castlecompost.com/

13. APPRENTICE ECOLOGIST PROGRAM
Apprentice Ecologist Program from the Nicodemus Wilderness Project designed for youth to get involved in protecting the wild lands and waters that sustain Earth's biodiversity and ecosystems by working together on wilderness stewardship and conservation efforts. Goal of program is to engage 1000 kids and young adults in the Apprentice Ecologist Program by 2006. Participants receive a signed official certificate and their story is published on the website.
http://www.wildernessproject.org/volunteer_apprentice_ecologist.shtml

14. VIDEOS ABOUT CLASS V WELLS
A video about drinking water sources (rivers and ground water) contaminated by disposal of commercial/industrial wastewater into shallow drainage wells. "The Problem with Shallow Disposal Systems..." is appropriate for 4th grade through adults (15 minutes). In English and Spanish--video cassette and DVD
http://www.epa.gov/safewater/uic/videos.html

15. YE OLDE LOG
An educational resource that features a range of information about trees. Includes a quiz with prizes and diverse free online learning games.
http://www.yeoldelog.com

16. NAAEE'S EE-LINK JOBS DATABASE GETS PRESS
The Wall Street Journal online Career Journal Job Blog: "Where to Find Jobs in Your Area on the Net." Article lists online jobs databases from museums to video games. Under "Natural Resources for Environmental Educators" are EE jobs database services listed including the growing EE-Link jobs database.
http://www.careerjournal.com/jobhunting/usingnet/20050404-needleman.html?m

17. EPA HEALTHY SCHOOLS ASSESSMENT TOOL
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is developing an assessment tool to help school districts evaluate the environmental health and safety of school facilities. This tool is available for download for beta-testing and feedback is requested.
http://www.epa.gov/schools1/assessment-tool/index.html

18. FLYING WILD
Flying WILD is a bird education offering for middle schools giving students the opportunity to learn through researching, planning, and hosting a school bird festival. Flying WILD is an initiative of the Council for Environmental Education (CEE) Project WILD program.
http://www.flyingwild.org/


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Research and Publishing Opportunities
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19. INT'L CONGRESS ON EDUCATION IN BOTANIC GARDENS ~ CFP
Submission Deadline: September 30, 2005
Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) Sixth International Congress on Education in Botanic Gardens, "The Nature of Success, Success for Nature": Sponsored by BGCI, the Congress will take place Sept. 10-14, 2006, in Oxford, England. Themes being addressed during the congress include achieving sustainability; public awareness of plants; reflection on practice; and working with challenging groups. Simultaneous translation into Spanish will be available.
Get more information and sign up to receive email updates about the Congress from the website.
http://www.bgci.org/educationcongress/register.html

20. KAEE ~ CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
Submission Deadline: June 1, 2005
Kentucky Association for Environmental Education (KAEE) announces the 2005 conference Call for Presentations. This years' theme is "Everything Under the Sun", September 9-11, 2005 in Prestonburg, Kentucky. Presentations focus should be on energy, natural resources and how non-formal and formal educators work together in and out of the classroom. Presentations should also include a paired non-formal and formal educator providing content to show classroom applications.
Call for Nominations form: http://www.kaee.org/files/pdf/2005CallForPresenters.pdf
http://www.kaee.org/conference.htm


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