Environmental education is key as we develop and implement solutions for our growing county and changing climate.

 

To implement Recommendation 37 from the Climate Response and Resilience Report, our Education Group mobilizes resources to build climate-resilient school communities and to support certification of all Frederick County schools as Maryland Green Schools, a program administered by the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE).

 

Through education and action, Maryland Green Schools reduce environmental impact, encourage sustainability and foster environmental literacy. 

 

We partner with MAEOE, Frederick County Public Schools, private schools, local government, parks, non-profits, businesses, and individuals to provide opportunities for students to learn about and experience the natural world. Understanding the interrelationships of our planet’s systems, how people impact them, and the solutions available to minimize those impacts prepare students to make environmentally sound decisions.

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Discover the efforts underway at our local Green Schools, the benefits of outdoor, hands-on learning, and how you can empower students. Or, use our Simply Sustainable toolkits at home or in your community to improve our shared environment and prepare for the future.

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