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District Indicators of Progress
To what extent has each school district in California advanced forward environmental and climate action within their schools and overall district?
The purpose of this data set is to identify to what extent each school district in California has taken environmental and climate action based on common indicators that demonstrate some level of investment and action (i.e. Green Ribbon, investment in environmental staff, district-wide environmental initiative, board policies, etc.).
How is California’s TK-12 Education System organized and what role might enrollment size or geographic distribution play in how a school district organizes its system of support?
Understanding the size and structure of California’s TK-12 education system at all different scales - state, region, county, district, school site, and classroom (teachers and students) - is critical for planning strategies and partnerships that will catalyze environmental and climate action across school communities.
Which school districts are experiencing the highest inequities as it relates to student equity data and environmental pollution?
Identifying school districts that face the highest levels of inequity in terms of both traditional formal education equity indicators (socioeconomics, English language learners, racial demographics, special education, etc.) and environmental justice indicators is crucial for targeting interventions effectively with an equity informed approach.
Broader Context
While not essential for success, environmental and climate initiatives often progress faster when supported by local agencies and organizations committed to sustainability. This data focus area explores the potential opportunities or challenges school districts may encounter due to the broader context in which they operate.
Broader context in this initiative includes:
County-Level Investments: Which county and municipal jurisdictions are investing in environmental and climate action, and how might these investments serve as barriers or opportunities for schools?
Climate Impacts: What climate threats most affect TK-12 schools, and how will they impact infrastructure, student and staff well-being, and learning conditions?
Community-Based Partners: What is the scope of employment in informal environmental education, and who are these partners serving across the state?
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