Join us as we work together to promote sustainable practices in Newton schools. Green Newton’s Schools Connections will meet on Thursday, May 28, from 3:45-5pm by Zoom. We will share the link a few hours before theAll are welcome to participate as we share experiences and ideas. If your school does not yet have a … Continue reading Are we still talking about sustainability in Newton schools? Of course we are!
Original post from The Green Team – May 15 is Massachusetts Plant Something Day! By planting just one flowering plant, students can help provide pollen and nectar for pollinators. These beneficial birds and insects pollinate gardens, which allows fruit – like juicy tomatoes, apples, and squash – to grow later in the season. THE GREEN … Continue reading Resources to teach about gardening and pollination
In February, Green Newton invited Newton high school students to write essays on the theme “Students Taking Climate Action” and they were asked to submit them to Green Newton by the end of Earth Week. We saw this as an opportunity for students to voice their concerns and inspire others to make a difference by … Continue reading Congrats to All Who Submitted Essays About “Students Taking Climate Action”
Do you have a great idea for professional development that just requires some financial help? Or, now that budgets are closing, did you remember that one amazing science tool that you didn’t purchase yet? There’s still time!!! The Massachusetts Association of Science Teachers (MAST) is currently accepting applications for the Elaine Adams Professional Development Grant … Continue reading Grants for Educators
An in-depth interview with MassDEP‘s Ann McGovern about The Green Team and environmental education in K-12 schools: resources, curricula, and success stories. In this MassRecycle Podcast, hosted by Gretchen Carey and Waneta Trabert (Newton Sustainability Director), Ann McGovern, from MassDEP, talks about how The Green Team can help – and inspire – teachers, students and … Continue reading Podcast: “Recycling in Schools: Join the Green Team!”
We are excited to celebrate with the Newton South High School group of around 250 students and teachers in the Global Communities Program who have recently been honored with a “2020 Green Difference Award” from Project Green Schools. Green Newton board member, Andrew Thompson (on the right), and around a dozen of his colleagues serve … Continue reading Newton South Global Community’s program receives a Green Difference Award
Summary of the estimated dates for the Phase 3 solar projects provided by Bill Ferguson, City of Newton Co-Director of Sustainability. “Three Ameresco roof projects have been completed: Zervas, Ed Center and Fire Station #3 and Fire HQ. The Ed Center is not yet online but will be as soon as a building shut down … Continue reading Energy: Phase 3 Solar Panel Project – April 2020 Update
The City of Newton invites all residents to comment on the Draft 2020-2027 Open Space and Recreation Plan. Please send comments to: concom@newtonma.gov . Public comment will be accepted until May 18th, 2020. Full report here: http://www.newtonma.gov/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp… If you have only a short time to review the document, our partners at Newton Safe Routes to School recommend … Continue reading Newton Open Space and Recreation Plan – Comment on Draft
Plastic Pollution Webinar for Kids Do you want your elementary-aged child to learn the basics of plastic pollution and how it relates to climate change? (You’re welcome to participate, too!) Thursday, May 14th at 2:00 PM 40-minute interactive presentation. Learning in Places. Learning tools for families, para familias, 对于家庭 A project with the goal of … Continue reading Resources – May 2020
By Joyce Lee, 10th Grader at Newton South High School – After schools closed, cases continued to increase, and we remained confined to our homes. An end to the spreading madness that is COVID-19 seems to be nowhere in sight. However, looking out the window of my home, past an empty street and the quiet … Continue reading Student Voice: Nature, Our Hope for Rehabilitation
Original post from The Green Team newsletter – This week’s featured topic is Reducing Energy Consumption. Teaching students to conserve energy introduces them to the value of energy efficiency. Students can see how reducing their energy consumption can have a daily impact on their school and home energy use. Here are some activities and lesson … Continue reading The Green Team: Reducing Energy Consumption
By Esther Zhang, 10th Grader at Newton North High School, April 20 – How does climate change impact lower economic communities?Climate change: the crisis that is not only hurting our Earth but also hurting people around us. It separates families and friends, forces and keeps people in poverty, and threatens our comfort and safety. The … Continue reading Student Voice: Small Actions, Big Changes
Climate Education Online Resources
We have been compiling resources for educators, parents and students: videos, lessons and even curricula. + Check out here.
Do you want your elementary-aged child to learn the basics of plastic pollution and how it relates to climate change? (You're welcome to participate, too!) 40-minute interactive presentation.
