The CARE6-12 program aims to engage Chicago teachers and students from grades 6-12 in environmental science education, with a particular focus on air quality and environmental justice.

CARE6-12 provides professional learning opportunities for Chicago teachers to enhance their knowledge of environmental science concepts and practices. Teachers participate in a professional learning community and a summer institute, where they gain hands-on experience in air quality monitoring and data analysis. The ultimate goal is to empower both teachers and students to advocate for environmental sustainability and address air quality challenges in their communities.  

This program is a collaboration between Loyola University Chicago's Center for Science and Math Education (CSME) and School of Environmental Sustainability (SES). We are working with eight teachers, each from a different Chicago school (see map).