Empowering Urban Schools to Teach Outdoors During After-School Enrichment Programs

• In Event: Bright Spots—Group 9

Session Submission Type: 10-Minute Bright Spot

Summary

Stroud Water Research Center will share about their program with the School District of Philadelphia to promote outdoor and environmental education during after-school enrichment programs. This session will highlight successes and lessons learned regarding sustained teacher professional development, place-based student programming, and the importance of community partners and connections.

Sub Unit

• Connecting with Nature

Presenters

• Steve Mohapp, Stroud Water Research Center

• Kathryn Metzker, Stroud Water Research Center