The MN GIS in K-12 Hub supports and promotes the attainment of geospatial literacy and skills in Minnesota K-12 students. This site is maintained by a partnership of Higher Ed, GIS professionals, teachers, and researchers in order to advance best practices for teaching with geospatial tools in K-12 environments. The website at mngiseducation.org provides resources that support educators to integrate GIS into their teaching through training, geospatial data, and administrative support.

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, Higher Education, Non-Profit

Locations Served: All of MN

Contact: Stacey Stark

Email: slstark@d.umn.edu

Types of Resources Offered:

Training, Professional or Specialty Advice, Connections/Network, In-Kind Time (various)

Cost to the School for Resources Offered:

Free

Best Practices Ares for Assistance:

0. Organizational Leadership

1. Green Team: Participating districts and schools form a green team made up diverse roles and stakeholders., 3. Widespread Communication: District/School communicate activities and accomplishments to families, students, staff, and stakeholders., 4. Equity And Diversity: District/School Proactively plans for equitable and diverse participation in the program and projects, 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

None of the Above

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:

Learn more at: mngiseducation.org