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April 2020
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Newton Students, Teachers Lead the Push for a More Sustainable District

The Boston Globe, By Andres Picon Boston University journalist,Updated March 25, 2020, 2:47 p.m.

It takes more than just a few recycling bins here and there to truly make a school district environmentally sustainable.

That’s the message from members of Newton’s School Sustainability Working Group — a cohort of students, parents, teachers, administrators and others who since the group’s foundation in June have been advocating for more comprehensive measures to reduce Newton Public Schools’ impact on the environment. Continue reading...


We support funding for a Director of Planning and Sustainability at NPS


We are pleased to know that the Superintendent’s Proposed Budget for the Fiscal Year 2021includes "funding for a Director of Planning and Sustainability who will both support our building projects and work in collaboration with the city and other partners to improve sustainable practices in the areas of transportation, energy, recycling, and food services."


Climate Education Survey for Teachers


Green Newton School Connections is advocating for more Climate Education in Newton schools. We invite all NPS teachers, from grades K-12, from every subject area, to answer this 5-minute survey. We hope to better understand what is already being taught in the district and what can be done to strengthen climate literacy and justice for … Continue reading Climate Education Survey for Teachers


Online Environmental Education Resources for Students at Home


Original post from The Green Team News –  While school is closed, there are still ways to engage students in online and at home learning. There are many Massachusetts and New England-based organizations that have resources designed to be used virtually: The Massachusetts Association of Science Teachers Board of Directors has created a spreadsheet of free online … Continue reading Online Environmental Education Resources for Students at Home


School Gardening and Composting Resources


Even though schools are closed, the seasons continue to change and Spring has emerged in Massachusetts with crocuses and snowdrops. Gardening is a great way to engage students in spring activities, and THE GREEN TEAM has identified many resources for school gardens that can also be adapted for use at home. The GREEN TEAM website provides a number of different resources for teaching students about gardening and food waste reduction, including the How to Compost at School instructional video.


Student Voice: Lessons to Take on Climate Justice from the Coronavirus


By Elie Berman (Newton South), March 2020 –  Coronavirus is creating fear from Newton, Massachusetts throughout the entire world. International communities are coming together to fight a pandemic. Coronavirus is affecting every country across the globe, and it draws an eerie parallel to climate change. So what could happen if the world banded together in … Continue reading Student Voice: Lessons to Take on Climate Justice from the Coronavirus


Newton students are invited to submit an essay on “Students Take Climate Action”


In honor of Green Newton’s 30th Anniversary, we invite all high school students who live in Newton to write essays to voice their concerns and inspire others to make a difference by suggesting solutions that can benefit our environment. The essay topic may be chosen from the list below or it can be an environmental … Continue reading Newton students are invited to submit an essay on “Students Take Climate Action”


Our Neighbors: Weston Students Advocate for Meatless Mondays


Weston High School students are advocating for Meatless Mondays. High school junior Jackie Liu speaks to the Wes-TEN. Watch the interview here. 


Young People: Can you Support the Juliana Plaintiffs?


Last month Green Newton has declared support for Juliana v. United States.  If you would also like to support those extraordinary young people, please read their message below and act today 🙂   “Are you a young person who wants to show your support for the 21 youth plaintiffs of Juliana v. United States? Or do … Continue reading Young People: Can you Support the Juliana Plaintiffs?

Climate Education Online Resources


We have been compiling resources for educators, parents and students: videos, lessons and even curricula.  + Check out here

Do you have other suggestions?
Please send to us: schoolconnections@greennewton.org

Upcoming Events

 

School Connections: April Meeting ONLINE

Thu, Apr 9 @ 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
 

*Cancelled* Students for a Greener World: April Meeting

Mon, Apr 13 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
 

*Update* Earth Day 2020 Boston

Sat, Apr 18
 

[Online] ACE’s 6th annual Earth Week Climate Teach-In

Tue, Apr 21 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
 

Earth Day 2020

Wed, Apr 22
 

Earth Day Live

Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, Apr 24

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