Events
The Task Force works to expand conversations within the climate education space to be inclusive and welcoming.
We host meetings that are open to the public such as networking events, workshops, and speaker series. We collaborate with other organizations to create a community of practice around climate education.
Want to highlight an upcoming event to be featured on our page?
Learning & Teaching the Mathematics of Climate Change, August 13, 2026, 1:00pm-2:00pm, hosted by the Center for Climate Change Education @ PRI
Register: https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/wFm2KIW7ScCPNp7K4P8gNg#/registration
Mathematics is the language of science, including climate science. Without mathematics, we could not quantify historical trends or predict future changes. Climate models are mathematical models at their core. While quantitative understandings are essential for making sense of climate change and energy issues, most American adults do not have a good sense of the difference between a million and a billion! How can we nurture durable understanding of the mathematics of climate change?
In this workshop the facilitators will apply grade-appropriate math skills to the phenomena of climate change and climate change solutions. Beginning with clear evidence that most of us do not have an intuitive sense of scale; and addressing basics such as reading and plotting graphs of temperature measurements and tree biomass, we will build to finding the slope and rate of change of climate indicators such as atmospheric carbon dioxide and rising sea level. Algebra learners can calculate the power of wind turbines of increasing size, and the amount of sea level rise as continental ice sheets melt. For those with geometry skills we will consider the optimal angle of solar panels for maximum output and the amount of solar power throughout the day. The content will meet NYS mathematics and science standards, and will be tuned to the grade level and interests of our participants.
The workshop will provide tools and strategies to build your and your students’ quantitative skills for making sense of and responding to climate change.
Instructors:
- Don Haas, PhD, Director of Teacher Programming, PRI
- Alexandra Moore, PhD, Senior Education Associate
- Rob Ross, PhD, Associate Director for Outreach, PRI
- Ingrid Zabel, PhD, Climate Change Education Manager, PRI
In person in NYC: Wildlife Conservation Society, Urban Ecology in New York City, August 17-22, 2026, at the NY Aquarium and offsite
Register: https://bronxzoo.com/learn/professional-development/on-site/urban-ecology
Join WCS's 45 hour P-credit course exploring Urban Ecology and Urban Planning, Monday, August 17- Saturday, August 22, 2026, 8:00am - 4:30pm each day. Through this course educators will dig into the historical design and long-lasting impacts of urban planning within New York City, examine urban development decisions from colonial to modern times and discuss the equity issues that can arise from urban planning and decision making. In addition to classroom and aquarium grounds explorations covering topics including woodlands ecosystem ecology, water cycles, carbon cycles, and species adaptation to urbanization, one full day of the course will be a walking and learning tour of Lower Manhattan.
Part of an afternoon will be spent on site at Coney Island Creek Park with the RiSC program.
National Wildlife Federation session: August 20, 2026, 3:00pm-4:00pm
Come and learn about NWF's Resilient Schools and Communities (RiSC) habitat restoration initiative at Coney Island Creek Park during an in-person Professional Learning Day on site. We'll introduce educators to the ecology of the estuary, the climate impacts that the area is facing, and the nature-based solutions being implemented by students, teachers, and community volunteers at the site to combat erosion, sand migration and coastal flooding.
Price: $250
45 CTLE Hours & 3 P-Credits or A+ Credits available.
NYC teachers interested in earning "P" or A+ credits for one of the multi-day courses, must register with WCS and then also visit the ASPDP website.
Integrating the NY Inspires Climate Education Mandate Into Any K-12 Classroom, Thur. October 15, 2026, 8:30am-3:00pm, PNW Boces, 200 BOCES Drive,Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Register: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13064&I=5371542
This professional development session supports K-12 educators in preparing for and responding to the new NY Inspires climate education mandate by integrating sustainability and climate science into existing curricula across all subject areas. Designed for educators at all grade levels and disciplines, the workshop combines individualized application with collaborative learning. Participants engage in group work that encourages shifts in pedagogical thinking, enriched by the diverse perspectives of interdisciplinary and cross-grade colleagues. Individualized attention and work allow educators to tailor strategies and resources directly to their unique classroom contexts. Participants will build foundational knowledge of climate change causes, impacts, and solutions by exploring standards-aligned resources connected to New York State learning standards. They will identify practical entry points for embedding climate education into current units of study across content areas. The workshop emphasizes place-based learning, community partnerships, and interdisciplinary approaches, equipping schools to meet state expectations while creating meaningful, real-world learning experiences for students.
An optional Day 2 supported work session is available for separate registration on December 10, 2026 at this link: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13064&I=5411446
Facilitator for both sessions: Rachel Arbor, Gaia Scholastic
Location for both sessions:
PNW/BOCES Main Campus - Projects Building
200 BOCES Drive
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Cost for each session: $330
Questions: Email dnovak@pnwboces.org
Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) 131st Annual Conference, November 6-9, 2026 Oncenter and Downtown Marriott, Syracuse, NY
Register: https://www.stanysconference.org/
STANYS is dedicated to promoting excellence in science education. Their mission is to work toward a future where all students have a high-quality science education that prepares them for life in the 21st century. The annual conference hosts about 700 educators and leaders from across the state in Syracuse, NY.
Friday Pre-Conference Workshop, Friday, Nov. 6th This pre-conference workshop will focus on climate education and the groups working to advance it!
· Title:Making Climate Science Stick: From the Classroom, Community and Beyond.
· Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
· Format: The day will feature a series of plenary sessions designed to foster deep engagement and collaboration.
· Focus: This workshop aims to share resources that support the NYS Climate Education Initiative, specifically focusing on the Causes, Impacts, and Solutions of Climate Change.
Conference information here: https://www.stanysconference.org/conference-information.html
Day 1: Integrating the NY Inspires Climate Education Mandate into Any K-12 Classroom, Wed. December 2, 2026, 8:30am - 3:00pm, PNW Boces, 200 BOCES Drive,Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Register: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13064&I=5410603
This professional development session supports K-12 educators in preparing for and responding to the new NY Inspires climate education mandate by integrating sustainability and climate science into existing curricula across all subject areas. Designed for educators at all grade levels and disciplines, the workshop combines individualized application with collaborative learning. Participants engage in group work that encourages shifts in pedagogical thinking, enriched by the diverse perspectives of interdisciplinary and cross-grade colleagues. Individualized attention and work allow educators to tailor strategies and resources directly to their unique classroom contexts. Participants will build foundational knowledge of climate change causes, impacts, and solutions by exploring standards-aligned resources connected to New York State learning standards. They will identify practical entry points for embedding climate education into current units of study across content areas. The workshop emphasizes place-based learning, community partnerships, and interdisciplinary approaches, equipping schools to meet state expectations while creating meaningful, real-world learning experiences for students. An optional Day 2 supported work session is available for separate registration on December 10, 2026.
Facilitator: Rachel Arbor, Gaia Scholastic
Location:
PNW/BOCES Main Campus - Projects Building
200 BOCES Drive
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Cost: $330
Questions? Email dnovak@pnwboces.org
Day 2: Integrating the NY Inspires Climate Education Mandate into Any K-12 Classroom, Thur. Dec. 10, 8:30am-3:00pm, PNW Boces, 200 BOCES Drive, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Register: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?D=13064&I=5411446
In this second session of the 2-day series, educators move from understanding to action. Participants in this session develop lesson plans and curriculum materials that meaningfully integrate climate change causes, impacts, and solutions into their existing units of study. They identify entry points between their own content areas and climate literacy, with individualized support to tailor strategies and resources to their unique classroom contexts. The session equips educators to meet NY Inspires expectations while grounding student learning in real-world, community-connected climate action. o **Note: this workshop is a continuation of the "Integrating the NY Inspires Climate Education Mandate into Any K-12 Classroom" workshop series.
Facilitator: Rachel Arbor, Gaia Scholastic
Location:
PNW/BOCES Main Campus - Projects Building
200 BOCES Drive
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Cost: $330
Questions? Email dnovak@pnwboces.org
Integrating the NY Inspires Climate Education Mandate into Any K-4 Classroom, January 8, 2027, 9:00am-3:00pm,The Jane Bullowa Conference Center, 175 North Chestnut St., New Paltz, NY 12561
Register: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?I=5378822&D=10333
Support your students and your practice in preparing for the new New York Inspires climate education mandate through engaging, developmentally appropriate teaching that brings sustainability and climate science into the elementary classroom.
Designed for K-4 educators (with discounted pricing available for Environmental Education CoSer districts), this interactive session explores how climate education can be embedded into existing curriculum across subject areas, not as an add-on, but as a natural extension of powerful teaching and learning.
Participants will build foundational knowledge of climate change causes, impacts, and solutions while exploring standards-aligned, ready-to-use resources connected to New York State Education Department learning standards. Through collaboration, interdisciplinary thinking, and individual application, educators will identify entry points for weaving climate education into current units of study in literacy, science, social studies, and beyond.
Grounded in inquiry, place-based learning, and real-world relevance, this session also highlights community partnerships and outdoor learning opportunities beyond classroom walls. Participants will engage in dialogue that supports shifts in instructional practice, drawing on colleague expertise while adapting ideas for their own classroom contexts.
Leave with practical strategies, inspiring resources, and a vision for empowering young learners as curious scientists, thoughtful problem-solvers, and future-ready stewards of the world around them. Climate education in elementary classrooms is not only about meeting a mandate, it's about helping children imagine and shape a more sustainable future.
Special discounted pricing is available for Environmental Education CoSer subscribers. This includes educators from Wallkill, Kingston, Saugerties, Ellenville, and New Paltz.
Minimum Enrollment:
Courses require at least 15 participants.
Facilitator: Rachel Arbor, Gaia Scholastic
Location:
The Jane Bullowa Conference Center
175 North Chestnut St.
New Paltz, NY 12561
Credit and Cost information is available on registration page
Integrating the NY Inspires Climate Education Mandate into Any 5-8 Classroom, Wed. January 20, 2026, 8:30am-2:30pm, The Jane Bullowa Conference Center, 175 North Chestnut St., New Paltz, NY 12561
Register: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?I=5378862&D=10333
Support your students and your practice in preparing for the New York Inspires climate education mandate through engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction that brings sustainability and climate science into the middle grades classroom.
Designed for grades 5-8 educators(with discounted pricing available for Environmental Education CoSer districts), this interactive session explores how climate education can be meaningfully embedded into existing curriculum across subject areas, not as an add-on, but as a natural extension of rigorous, relevant teaching and learning.
Participants will build foundational knowledge of climate change causes, impacts, and solutions while exploring standards-aligned, ready-to-use resources connected to NYSED learning standards. Through collaboration and application, educators will identify entry points for integrating climate education into current units in science, ELA, social studies, and beyond.
Grounded in inquiry, place-based learning, and real-world relevance, the session highlights community partnerships and outdoor learning opportunities. Participants will engage in dialogue that supports shifts in instructional practice while adapting ideas for their own classroom contexts and learners.
Leave with practical strategies, high-quality resources, and a clear vision for empowering middle school students as critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and informed stewards of a rapidly changing world. Climate education in grades 5-8 is not only about meeting a mandate, it's about equipping students to analyze systems, evaluate solutions, and actively shape a more sustainable future.
Special discounted pricing is available for Environmental Education CoSer subscribers. This includes educators from Wallkill, Kingston, Saugerties, Ellenville, and New Paltz.
Minimum Enrollment:
Courses require at least 15 participants.
Facilitator: Rachel Arbor, Gaia Scholastic
Location:
The Jane Bullowa Conference Center
175 North Chestnut St.
New Paltz, NY 12561
Cost and credit information available on the registration site
Integrating the NY Inspires Climate Education Mandate Into Any 9-12 Classroom, Friday, March 19, 2027 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM, The Jane Bullowa Conference Center, 175 North Chestnut St., New Paltz, NY 12561
Register: https://www.mylearningplan.com/WebReg/ActivityProfile.asp?I=5378816&D=10333
Support your students and your practice in preparing for the new New York Inspires climate education mandate through rigorous, relevant instruction that integrates sustainability and climate science into the high school classroom.
Designed for grades 9-12 educators (with discounted pricing available for Environmental Education CoSer districts), this interactive session explores how climate education can be embedded across disciplines, not as an add-on, but as an authentic extension of disciplinary thinking, inquiry, and real-world application.
Participants will deepen their understanding of climate systems, including causes, impacts, mitigation, and adaptation, while engaging with standards-aligned, classroom-ready resources connected to New York State Education Department learning standards. Through collaboration and individual application, educators will identify entry points for integrating climate education into existing units in science, social studies, ELA, math, and CTE pathways.
Grounded in inquiry, systems thinking, data literacy, and real-world relevance, the session also highlights opportunities for civic engagement, community partnerships, and experiential learning beyond the classroom. Participants will engage in professional dialogue that supports instructional shifts and adaptation for diverse high school learners.
Leave with actionable strategies, high-quality resources, and a clear vision for empowering students as critical thinkers and informed decision-makers. Climate education in grades 9-12 is not only about meeting a mandate, it's about preparing students to analyze complex systems, evaluate solutions, and engage meaningfully in shaping a more sustainable future.
Special discounted pricing is available for Environmental Education CoSer subscribers. This includes educators from Wallkill, Kingston, Saugerties, Ellenville, and New Paltz.
Minimum Enrollment:
Courses require at least 10 participants.
Facilitator: Rachel Arbor, Gaia Scholastic
Location:
The Jane Bullowa Conference Center
175 North Chestnut St.
New Paltz, NY 12561
Cost and credit information available on the registration site
In person in NYC: Wildlife Conservation Society Summer Climate Institute, July 20-24, NY Aquarium, Bronx Zoo, offsite
Register: https://bronxzoo.com/learn/professional-development/on-site/climateinstitute
Be part of our inaugural 5-day Climate Institute, July 20–24—an energizing summer experience designed for educators ready to bring climate solutions into their classrooms. Through hands-on learning and collaboration, you’ll connect with a vibrant network of local partners and fellow teachers leading climate and environmental action across New York City. This program spotlights community-based organizations, including NYCPS Sustainability partners, giving you direct access to the inspiring work happening in neighborhoods throughout the city. Walk away with practical, interdisciplinary tools and lasting partnerships to make climate learning real and relevant for your students.
Location: NY Aquarium; Bronx Zoo; Offsite
Dates: Monday, July 20 - Friday, July 24
Times: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Price: $250 (20% off for members and groups); includes programming experiences onsite and offsite
Course is eligible for: 33 CTLE hours
Costa Rica Retreat for Educators, July 19-July 26, 2026
Join fellow educators in the heart of Costa Rica’s rainforest to explore powerful ways to bring climate justice into your classroom. Experience the vibrant biodiversity of the Central American rainforest, learn from the Indigenous Bribri community of Yorkín, and leave with practical, educator-designed strategies inspired by Teach for Climate Justice: A Vision for Transforming Education.
The 7-Day retreat will run from July 19-26th, 2026 facilitated by Matthew Cook of Latin American Service Expeditions and Bribri elder, Bernarda Morales. In order to promote deep conversations and maintain an intimate community, the trip is limited to just 10 participants, with registration on a first come, first served basis.
Highlights include:
Connecting with the beauty and exuberant biological diversity of the Central American rainforest
Immersion in the Bribri community of Yorkín to experience an Indigenous perspective on our relationship with the natural world and how to resist the forces that are harming it
Rediscovering the joy of working in community to confront the greatest challenge of our time
Real strategies you can use in your school that are designed by and for educators, based on Tom Roderick’s book, Teach for Climate Justice: A Vision for Transforming Education
Interested in joining? For a detailed description and retreat itinerary, please contact Matthew Cook at matt@serviceexpeditions.net or click here.
In person in NYC: Teaching Urban Climate Change: Systems, Science, and Stewardship, July 6-10, + virtually July 13 in the afternoon, hosted by STEMTeachersNYC
Course information and registration: https://stemteachersnyc.org/climate-change-microcredential/
STEMTeachersNYC has some spots available for theirTeaching Urban Climate Change "Climate in the Field" course, and partnership with NYC Parks Teaching & Learning Team, the NY Botanical Garden Urban Conservation Team, and City College of New York. Each course offers 3 graduate credits. Tuition is covered for current public school teachers.
Teaching Urban Climate Change Microcredential
Course 2 | SCIE8703N Climate in the Field (3cr, 35hrs)
Participants in Course 2 will be welcome to and have early access to register for Course 3 "Climate in the Classroom & Community" in fall, and Course 1 "Climate As a System" in Spring 2027.
Questions? Contact yadana@stemteachersnyc.org
Webinars: Nature-Based Climate Solutions, March 3, 4, or 5, 4pm-5pm EST, hosted by National Wildlife Federation
Register: https://tinyurl.com/55fnt84x
Choose from one of 3 dates:
March 3, 2026
March 4, 2026
March 5, 2026
4pm - 5pm EST
These free virtual professional learning hours for middle and high school educators are being offered by the National Wildlife Federation’s New York staff.
Educators will engage in fun activities to spark discussion, evaluate their own climate and resilience knowledge, explore digital tools that can be used in the classroom, and learn about opportunities to participate in nature-based climate solutions projects in the city.
Facilitators:
Emily Fano, MA, Director, Climate Education
Abby Jordan, MPA, Climate Education Manager
Climate Week NYC: Climate Education in Action, at the American Museum of Natural History, Friday, September 26, 5pm-7:30pm EST, co-hosted by NWF/CRETF
Register to attend in-person: https://tinyurl.com/yyx7n94u
Register for the livestream: https://tinyurl.com/mwe9x54w
The National Wildlife Federation's Climate and Resilience Education Task Force is a co-host of "Climate Education in Action," a Climate Week NYC 2025 event, Friday, September 26th at the American Museum of Natural History (AMNH) that will feature climate educators discussing how they integrate climate topics into their classrooms. Our co-hosts include AMNH, SubjectToClimate, Climate Mental Health Network, Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, and National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF).
Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe is the keynote and AMNH President, Sean Decatur, will offer welcome remarks. NWF’s Emily Fano will offer closing remarks.
In-person attendees are invited to come at 3:30pm to view the Museum’s climate-themed exhibits, including a dynamic media wall about climate change in the Gottesman Hall of Planet Earth! Details will be emailed to event registrants.
Climate Week NYC: Climate Resilience in Action at the American Museum of Natural History, Thursday, September 25, 2025, 6:30pm-9:00pm, featuring exhibits and speakers, including NWF
Register: https://www.amnh.org/calendar/climate-resilience?sourcenumber=68041
Use code “MYMUSEUM26” for a limited number of free tickets for CRETF members
The evening will be from 6:30-8:45 with tabling, a lecture demonstration and a central lecture from DEP Commissioner Rit Aggarwala.
National Wildlife Federation will be presenting from 6:50-7:00pm in the Hall of Biodiversity.
As climate change reshapes our cities, communities, and health, New York stands at a crossroads—an international city with a responsibility to lead and an opportunity to act.
As part of Climate Week NYC, the AMNH Climate Assembly will invite participants to roll up their sleeves and engage in a live, city-wide conversation about climate resilience. During an energizing 90-minute session, you’ll gather in small groups, share your perspectives, and hear from neighbors and strangers alike as you imagine how New Yorkers can adapt and thrive in a changing climate.
Developed in collaboration with the Global Citizens’ Assembly, alongside The Assembly Project, The Hannah Arendt Center’s Democracy Innovation Hub, and the Museum’s Center for Biodiversity and Conservation, the session offers a rare chance to feel the power of collective problem-solving and leave inspired by the creativity and commitment of your community.
At the end of the AMNH Climate Assembly, participants will receive complimentary entry to Climate Resilience in Action.
Implementing a Community Climate Action Project, a Resilient Schools and Communities (RiSC) webinar, hosted by New Jersey Audubon, Tue. February 18, 2025, 7pm - 8pm EST
Register: https://tinyurl.com/3yxyz3um
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) affiliate, New Jersey Audubon (NJA), has been adapting the Resilient Schools and Communities (RiSC) program since 2021.
A series of “RiSC Action Cards” have been developed by NWF and NJA to offer teachers an opportunity to explore the RiSC program in small bites. The RiSC Action Cards have been integrated into NWF’s EcoSchools U.S. program
NJA’s new webinar series will explore each of the new Cards. This interactive webinar will explore how to implement a community climate action project that will increase your community's climate change resiliency. Hear from experienced RiSC teachers about their students' projects.
Facilitator: TBD
Mid-Winter Climate Institute hosted by NYC Public Schools Office of Energy & Sustainability, February 18-20, 2025
Register here: https://nycdoefacilities.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_55xkH62QxGlUcYK
Back for a second year! Two in-person and one virtual day of professional learning, to help educators integrate climate change into their curricula. Per Session available.
In-person sessions will be held at Columbia University Teacher’s College, 525 W 120th St, New York, NY 10027.
Listening to the Community: Create A Community Vulnerability Survey, a Resilient Schools and Communities (RiSC) webinar, hosted by New Jersey Audubon, Tue. February 4, 2025, 6:30pm - 7:30pm EST
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/e38d88u4
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) affiliate, New Jersey Audubon (NJA), has been adapting the Resilient Schools and Communities (RiSC) program since 2021.
A series of “RiSC Action Cards” have been developed by NWF and NJA to offer teachers an opportunity to explore the RiSC program in small bites. The RiSC Action Cards have been integrated into NWF’s EcoSchools U.S. program
NJA’s new webinar series will explore each of the new Cards. This interactive webinar will explore how students can reach out to their community to identify the climate change vulnerabilities they experience. A current RiSC teacher will provide examples form her own teaching and describe actions students took based on their survey findings.
Facilitator: RiSC educator from New Jersey, TBD
How to Talk to Your Kids About Climate Change: Adult Lecture, Sunday, January 26, 2025, 1pm-2pm EST, 334 Furman St., Brooklyn, hosted by Brooklyn Bridge Park
Register: tinyurl.com/2ue4x75w
Our children today are facing the challenges of a warming world head on. They have a right to understand the realities of the climate crisis and what it means for them – and so, the adults in their lives have a responsibility to provide that knowledge as best they can. Join us as Harriet Shugarman, an internationally renowned activist, policy analyst, economist and author of the book, How to Talk to Your Kids About Climate Change, Turning Angst into Action, shares her unique insights and some best practices for having these meaningful conversations.
Due to limited space, advance registration is required. This event takes place at 334 Furman St. (Park offices).
About the Author/Speaker
Harriet Shugarman is the founder and Executive Director of ClimateMama, a core team member with The Ecopsychepedia Project and the Chair of the Advisory Council of Our Kids Climate, a global parent climate network. Harriet worked with the International Monetary Fund for 13 years, including as an IMF representative at the United Nations for 10 years. She is a professor of Sustainability and Climate Change, teaching at both Ramapo College and The College of New Jersey. Harriet is a mentor and leader with the Climate Reality Project and was the founding chair of the NYC Climate Reality Metro chapter; she is also a recipient of the prestigious Climate Reality Alfredo Sirkis Memorial Green Ring Award. In New York State, Harriet is an active member of the policy team at CRETF, where she is helping advocate for and move the state forward on providing climate education – across subject areas – for preK through 12th grade. Harriet is on the advisory committees of a wide range of climate, justice and education organizations including Dear Tomorrow, WECAN, and CHICKs . Harriet is the mother of two young adults; she lives in New York City with her husband and her dog, Moose.
Election Day PL - Navigating Challenging Emotions about Climate Change: Creating Safe Spaces in K-12 Classrooms, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 2pm-4pm EST
REGISTER: https://amnh.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElcOiopzMsGNXbvb4h6mlcGlMjMaR5ZurF#/registration
This virtual Election Day workshop for educators is hosted by the American Museum of Natural History with CRETF and the Climate Mental Health Network.
Recent climate events across the country - from extreme heat to wildfires, floods and hurricanes - have provided many opportunities to engage in learning and conversation with students in the classroom. These events can also give rise to challenging emotions in students and teachers alike. Research shows that a majority of teachers don’t feel equipped to address climate change or the complex emotions the topic provokes. According to a recent report, climate change is impacting the mental health of 68% of U.S. youth (Blue Sky, 2023) and 64% of adults are worried about it (Yale, 2024). Even the best climate educators may not be attuned to their students’, or their own, emotions around climate change or have the tools to address them. Navigating climate emotions effectively is vital for student and teacher well-being and emotional resilience. In this workshop, participants will be supported to reflect on their own climate emotions, engage in activities and discussion related to helping their students express and manage theirs, and will leave with tools and resources for their K-12 classrooms.
CTLE credit is available.
Speakers: Emily Fano, M.A (National Wildlife Federation), Elissa Teles Muñoz (Climate Mental Health Network), and Larissa Dooley, Ph.D (National Wildlife Federation)
Climate Week NYC: Building a Resilient Future: New York’s Climate Education Movement, Expert Panel and Hub Launch (in person event co-hosted by CRETF)
Time: 4:30pm - 7:00pm EST
Location: American Museum of Natural History, 200 Central Park West, Enter via the 77th Street Entrance (between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue)
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-resilient-future-new-yorks-climate-education-movement-tickets-980434344517
View detailed agenda on Eventbrite
Join us for an inspiring evening program co-hosted by the American Museum of Natural History, the Climate & Resilience Education Taskforce (CRETF) and SubjectToClimate (StC). Held during Climate Week NYC, the event promises to be a dynamic gathering of educators, policymakers, and thought leaders in climate education.
Building a Resilient Future: New York’s Climate Education Movement will include self-led Museum tours, a networking reception, and an engaging panel discussion on integrating climate change education across grade levels and subjects in New York State. This event will also mark the public launch of the SubjectToClimate New York Climate Education Hub, a new platform designed to support and enhance climate education statewide.
Featured Speakers:
Anya Kamenetz (Moderator): Author, Speaker, Former NPR Education Correspondent, and Advisor, Aspen Institute and Climate Mental Health Network
Joe Henderson, Visiting Lecturer, University of Vermont Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources, CRETF Policy Committee.
Rachel Arbor, New York Educator, White House & EPA Presidential Innovation Award Winner for Environmental Educators
Sean McFadden, Science Chair, Eagle Academy for Young Men II
Meredith McDermott, Director, Office of Energy & Sustainability, New York City Public Schools
Ro Kinzler, Senior Director of Science Education, American Museum of Natural History
An audience Q&A will follow the panel.
NYC Climate Educators Share Best Practices: Models of P-12 Interdisciplinary, Justice Centered, Solutions Focused Climate Education (in-person event co-hosted and moderated by CRETF)
Part of the Educating for Climate Action Summit
Climate Week NYC 2024: New York Climate Education Policy: Charting a Path Forward (in-person event co-hosted and moderated by CRETF)
Part of the Educating for Climate Action Summit
Climate Week NYC 2024: Educating for Climate Action: An Intergenerational Conversation (in-person event moderated by CRETF)
Part of the Educating for Climate Action Summit
Climate Week NYC: Educating for Climate Action Summit (in person event co-hosted by CRETF)
Time: 1:00pm - 8:30pm EST
Location: National Museum of the American Indian, 1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004
Registration: https://www.climateweeknyc.org/events/educating-climate-action-summit
The Wild Center, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Smithsonian, Yale Program on Climate Change Communication, the Climate Mental Health Network, New York City Department of Education - Office of Sustainability, and the National Wildlife Federation/CRETF welcome you to the Educating for Climate Action Summit during Climate Week NYC.
This Summit, held at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, will bring together formal and informal educators from diverse backgrounds to explore key themes in climate change education, including the integration of youth perspectives, Indigenous knowledge systems, and climate justice in learning experiences in and out of the classroom. An evening reception will celebrate the release of the U.S. Global Change Research Program’s Climate Literacy Guide: Understanding and Addressing Climate Change, a new resource for teaching, talking, and making decisions about climate change!
The reception will feature networking opportunities with leading climate education organizations and institutions. You are welcome to join us for all or part of the day’s activities. More details about the agenda can be found in the registration link.