I'm Kas, your new Education Program Coordinator at ACE! I hope you had a restful summer and are excited for the new school year. Your dedication to teaching young learners the facts about climate change is vital for a renewable energy future, and we're here to support you on this educational journey. Remember to check out Our Climate Our Future for great resources designed to inspire and engage your students.
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From Pollution to Solutions: Chicago Teachers Union’s Push for Green Schools – Taking a bold stance for their students’ futures, Chicago teachers are advocating for climate solutions in their union contract, standing in sharp contrast to several U.S. states where climate change is being scrubbed from textbooks.
Lesson Plan: Introduction to Climate Justice – This lesson introduces students to the concept of climate justice through trivia, intersectional issue mapping, and a group activity to learn about real-world case studies of climate justice issues. This lesson addresses the impacts of both climate change and fossil fuel burning and extraction as issues of climate justice
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Check out our IG video on the American Climate Corps, a great resource for students ready to explore future climate-resilient career options.
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CLIMATE NEWS AND EVENTS
Earth-Engaged Teachers Shape Tomorrow’s Stewards – A five-part series featuring innovative teachers worldwide. Discover educator Esther Gacigi's work in Nairobi, where third graders transform plastic bottles into garden tools, or explore how L’Ecole de la Transition, a school in France, blends academics with hands-on environmental stewardship.
Teachers for the Planet – This global resource connects educators with actionable strategies to integrate climate change solutions into their classrooms. Discover inspiring stories from educators worldwide who are making a tangible impact.
Sincerely,
KASONDRA MILLER
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Education Program CoordinatorOur Climate Our Future
Based in Tampa, FL, Kas loves time with her kids, learning new things, laughing with friends, and championing education for all.
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