The Climate Justice League is a regional cohort of teachers that work together to plan, implement, and reflect on a series of classroom lessons or unit that engages students in climate science learning and issues of social justice.
Description:
This field-based course focuses on solutions that support equity and justice that are currently being implemented in Whatcom County. Teaching for the Climate Collaborative will guide participants through classroom-ready STEM activities that illustrate how climate change is affecting different stakeholders and ecosystems. Community members will share their expertise in developing solutions. Participants, while together, will co-design bringing engineering design solutions into the classroom.
Event Notes:
As a member of the Climate Justice League, you will receive:
- $600 stipend upon completion
- 20 STEM clock hours
- Professional learning and resources for social justice and climate justice teaching
- Collaboration and support as you plan and reflect on your lessons
To apply to be a member of the Climate Justice League, please complete the following interest survey. See the dates for each cohort listed below.
(If you have concerns about attending the in person launch for your cohort, please reach out to us.)
STEM Clock Hours:
20 STEM clock hours
Stipend:
$600 upon completion.
Dates:
SW Cohort: ESD 112 and CRESD 113
Session 1: Thursday, November 10, 2022
9am-3pm
(in person)
Session 2: Tuesday, January 17, 2023
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Zoom
Session 3: Tuesday, February 21, 2023
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Zoom
Session 4: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
4:00 PM-6:00 PM
Zoom