The NJSOC is partnering with the NJ Forest Service to help educators learn about connections between forestry and climate science. New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the nation but an impressive 40% of our land cover is forested. Forests are critically important resources that provide wildlife habitat, food, recreation, and ecosystem services […]
Join us for a fun and interactive STEM workshop where we'll learn all about beavers and their amazing engineering skills!Join us for a field-based and hands-on workshop that brings the fascinating world of beavers into the classroom! Designed for K-6 teachers, this workshop will explore the vital role beavers play in maintaining healthy ecosystems and […]
Become a botanist! Deepen your plant knowledge and confidence through hands-on workshops designed for NJ educators of all grade levels. Explore activities and resources to develop students' knowledge, interest, and empathy of plants to complement climate-based education standards. Enrich your curriculum with NJDEP's Botanical Literacy Lesson Plans designed to fulfill the 2020 NJ Student Learning […]
Due to climate change, the intensity and frequency of extreme weather events is predicted to increase, bringing more flooding, drought and storms to NJ. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts of and solutions to changing weather in NJ and beyond. Afternoon field-based experiences with meteorological experts will take teachers into […]
Climate change can alter where species live, how they interact, and the timing of biological events, which could transform current ecosystems and food webs. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts on and solutions for NJ wildlife. Afternoon field activities will provide tools for students and teachers to role play these […]
Climate change has led to an increase in human exposure to heat waves, forest fires, storms, droughts and infectious disease vectors, with consequences to human health and communities. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts of and solutions for NJ residents. Afternoon field activities will provide tools for students and teachers […]
New Jersey defines “environmental justice communities” by three criteria: presence in a community of concern; the presence of disproportionate environmental and public health stressors; and the absence or lack of environmental and public health benefits. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts and solutions for some of our home state’s key […]
Due to climate change, the intensity and frequency of extreme weather events is predicted to increase, bringing more flooding, drought and storms to NJ. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts of and solutions to changing weather in NJ and beyond. Afternoon field-based experiences with meteorological experts will take teachers into […]
Join us for a field-based and hands-on workshop that brings the fascinating world of beavers into the classroom! Designed for K-6 teachers, this workshop will explore the vital role beavers play in maintaining healthy ecosystems and mitigating climate change. Through a hike to explore an active beaver meadow, interactive STEM activities, learning games, and a […]
Climate change can alter where species live, how they interact, and the timing of biological events, which could transform current ecosystems and food webs. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts on and solutions for NJ wildlife. Afternoon field activities will provide tools for students and teachers to role play these […]
Climate change has led to an increase in human exposure to heat waves, forest fires, storms, droughts and infectious disease vectors, with consequences to human health and communities. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts of and solutions for NJ residents. Afternoon field activities will provide tools for students and teachers […]
New Jersey defines “environmental justice communities” by three criteria: presence in a community of concern; the presence of disproportionate environmental and public health stressors; and the absence or lack of environmental and public health benefits. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts and solutions for some of our home state’s key […]
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