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Complete the 3 T's for Storm Water Credit...Test, Teach, Test!
First, Get Started with a Pre-test.
Before starting Lesson 1, pre-test students knowledge using either the linked Electronic Student Pre-test (recommended) or the Printable Student Pre-test option to print a paper test and then upload results, info for both found below.
Online School IDs_Schools 2024-2025.pdfElectronic Student Pre-test + School ID
Electronic Student Pre-test + School ID
Students need to complete a pre-test prior to beginning Lesson 1. Pre-tests can be taken electronically or on paper. Electronic is recommended as results are submitted directly to SD1. The Electronic Pre-test asks for a School ID, download the School ID sheet on the left to find your school ID. Alternatively a paper test can be downloaded (see Printable Student Pre-test below) and scores will need to be uploaded using directions outlined below to submit results to SD1.
Student Pre-Test.pdfPrintable Student Pre-test
Printable Student Pre-test
Students need to complete a pre-test prior to beginning Lesson 1.
Teacher KEY Student Pre-Test.pdfPre-test TEACHER KEY
Pre-test TEACHER KEY
Get all the answers to the student pre-test here!
Pre and Posttest Information Sheet 2024-2025.pdfPrinted Test Upload Info
Printed Test Upload Info
This document provides important information regarding the pre/posttests as well as guidance on how to use the Education Program Test Results Upload Form for submitting printed test results.
Education Program Test Results Upload Form
Education Program Test Results Upload Form
This electronic form is to be used to submit your students' average test score. If your students complete the electronic version of the test, you do not need to submit this form.
Optional Intro to SD1
Introduce your students to SD1 with this quick presentation and video about how we treat NKY's wastewater!
Intro to SD1 and the Environmental Unit
Intro to SD1 and the Environmental Unit
Second, Teach all 5 Lessons.
SD1's Environmental Unit is comprised of 5 lessons. Students will learn about watersheds, water pollution, wetlands and Best Management Practices and how to protect our water resources throughout these lessons. Lessons are numbered 1-5, while it is recommended they are taught in that order it is not required. You are welcome to adapt the lessons to meet time constraints or achieve broader classroom goals if helpful. Feel free to be creative with how you use the lessons, just be sure to submit required student work for credit at the end!
Explore the Full Teacher Guide!
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This guide contains all 5 Lessons.
UPDATE Complete Workbook of TEACHER Guide KH- 2025-2026 Student Workbook Toolkit Version.pdfClick on the Lesson Titles Below to Access Unit Teaching Materials:
Third, Wrap up with a Post-test.
After completing Lessons 1-5, have students complete a post-test using the Electronic Student Post-test (recommended) or the Printable Student Post-test option to print a paper test and then upload results, info for both found below.
Online School IDs_Schools 2022-2023.pdfElectronic Student Post-test + School ID
Electronic Student Post-test + School ID
Students need to complete a post-test after finishing Lessons 1-5. Similar to the pre-test, post-tests can be taken electronically or on paper. Electronic is recommended as results are submitted directly to SD1. The Electronic Post-test asks for a School ID, download the School ID sheet on the left to find your school ID. Alternatively a paper test can be downloaded (see Printable Student post-test below) and scores will need to be uploaded using directions outlined below to submit results to SD1.
Student Post-Test.pdfPrintable Student Post-test
Printable Student Post-test
Students need to complete a post-test after completing Lessons 1-5.
Teacher KEY Student Post-Test.pdfPost-test TEACHER KEY
Post-test TEACHER KEY
Get all the answers to the student post-test here!
Pre and Posttest Information Sheet 2024-2025.docxPrinted Test Upload Info
Printed Test Upload Info
This document provides important information regarding the pre/posttests as well as guidance on how to use the Education Program Test Results Upload Form for submitting printed test results.
Education Program Test Results Upload Form
Education Program Test Results Upload Form
This electronic form is to be used to submit your students' average test score. If your students complete the electronic version of the test, you do not need to submit this form.
Optional Unit On-Demand Writing Prompt
This educational activity teaches students about types of household hazardous waste, how to dispose of it properly and how to educate others on this topic.
Writing Prompt.pdfOn-Demand Writing Prompt
On-Demand Writing Prompt
NKSWMA Resource Guide_0125.pdfHHW Resource Guide
HHW Resource Guide
Optional Add-Ons:
Schedule an Enviroscape Presentation
Schedule an Enviroscape Presentation
Invite SD1 to join you in the classroom!
Invite an SD1 representative to lead Lesson 2 by modeling storm water pollution in the classroom! The Enviroscape town model storm water pollution demonstration allows students to see that even one person can make a drastic change in the environment – good or bad. The demonstration integrates science, but also teaches students important life skills like cause and effect and critical thinking.
Email enviroedteam@sd1.org to request an in-person or live, virtual Lesson 2 - Enviroscape Demo visit!
Take a Field Trip
Take a Field Trip
Schools can participate in an in-person (or virtual) field trip upon completing the five-lesson Environmental Unit. Click here to learn more about visiting our Public Service Park to Follow the Journey of a Drop of Water.
Schools can participate in an in-person (or virtual) field trip upon completing the five-lesson Environmental Unit. Click here to learn more about visiting our Public Service Park to Follow the Journey of a Drop of Water.
Borrow An Activity Kit
Borrow An Activity Kit
SD1 has Enviroscape, Watershed Decisions and The Watershed Game: Classroom Version — Stream Model Activity Kits available. Teachers are welcome to check-out these activity kits if they are interested in leading additional live watershed activities with their students.
Enviroscape
Use this 3-D town model to demonstrate how storm water pollution occurs and how our personal actions make a difference.
Watershed Decisions
A hands-on, inquiry-based activity kit that helps older youth and adults learn about water quality issues in small watersheds and the decision-making processes that go into improving those water quality issues.
https://extension.psu.edu/watershed-decisions
The Watershed Game: Classroom Version — Stream Model The goal of the game is to reduce nonpoint source pollution (excess sediment or phosphorus) from various land uses to the stream without going broke. The game is designed for middle school students (grades 6 - 8), but can easily be modified to use with elementary and high school students. https://seagrant.umn.edu/classroom-versions
Click here to access the SD1 Environmental Education Activity Kit Check Out Request and Agreement Form
to request a kit!
Questions or Curiosities? Feel free to reach out anytime!
SD1 Environmental Education Team
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