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Minnesota GreenStep Schools Resource Organization
Minnesota Association for Environmental Education
At MAEE, our mission is to advance environmental education in Minnesota by supporting and connecting environmental educators, advocates and allies. Our vision is a world in which all people value and feel connected to our environment.
Organization Type: Educational Consultants or Service/Product Providers – for example: Curriculum provider or teacher training; Professional organizations for educational professionals; Educational teaching and research organizations, Non-Profit
Locations Served: Entire State
Contact: Jess Paulson, MAEE Board Member
Email: maeeinfo@gmail.com
Types of Resources Offered:
Training, Professional or Specialty Advice, Connections/Network, Funding/Grants
Cost to the School for Resources Offered:
Mostly Free: may require a small participation or materials fee
Best Practices Ares for Assistance:
0. Organizational Leadership
3. Widespread Communication: District/School communicate activities and accomplishments to families, students, staff, and stakeholders., 6. Community Leadership: District/School contribute their experience to professional and community organizations to foster green school capacity beyond their borders., 7. Advanced Recognition: District/School seek advanced recognition through programs like Green Ribbon, LEED, or others.
1. Reduced Environmental Impact and Costs
7. Community Spaces: Schools and schoolyards include areas that the community can use.
2. Improved Health and Wellness
None of the Above
3. Effective Environmental and Sustainability Education
1. Integrated Environmental Education: Environmental education is integrated throughout the curriculum., 2. Outdoor Learning: Outdoor learning experiences are provided ., 3. Teacher Training: Environmental education training is offered to teachers., 4. Environmental Career Preparation: The curriculum connects to environmental career readiness., 5. Community Projects: Students conduct environmental community engagement projects ., 6. Community Engagement: The district/school partners with community organizations to advance green school achievement.
Additional Detail:
Our role at MAEE is to support educators by providing training, professional development, mini-grants/scholarships and connect them through a state-wide network of educators an annual conference and other networking events throughout the year.