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NOVA Outside

2 weeks ago

Would you like to help your school or district move their school meals outdoors this year? Visit the National Outdoor Learning Library’s chapter on “Outdoor Meals at School” to access practical resources, how-to guidance, and case studies designed to help schools and districts go "Back-to-School—Outside!" — National Outdoor Learning Initiative bit.ly/Outdoor-Schl-MealsTen Strands. Lawrence Hall of Science San Mateo County Office of Education Photo credit: Nancy Striniste ...

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NOVA Outside

3 weeks ago

Green Schoolyards America is hiring a full time Communications and Policy Coordinator. It is a remote position so you can live anywhere! ...

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NOVA Outside

1 month ago

“My problem behaviors disappeared when I went outside,” Angela Ninde, Centerville Elementary teacher said. “Students became calmer, and they were able to listen better outside. … The kids really want to stay outside and learn. There’s a sense of community and ownership.” ...

If Outdoor Learning Is Safer During COVID, Why Aren't More Schools Doing It?

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Teachers and advocates tout the benefits of outdoor learning, but there are barriers for some schools, including the risk of gun violence.

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NOVA Outside

1 month ago

The community of practice meets every other Tuesday at 2pm. Come and be inspired.We are honored to feature Sim Barrow, Environmental Science Coordinator for Fayetteville Public Schools in Fayetteville, Arkansas, as our guest speaker at our Community of Practice meeting tomorrow, September 14th, from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon PST. He will share how Fayetteville Public Schools used the National COVID-19 Outdoor Learning Initiative's ideas as a starting point to expand outdoor learning infrastructure in several schools and support teachers in adopting outdoor instruction practices. He will also share some reflections about systems change and what is needed to enact a long-term paradigm shift to outdoor learning across the district. Please join us by signing up here: bit.ly/WG11-2021-Zoom - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -The National COVID-19 Outdoor Learning Initiative's ongoing Community of Practice for Schools and Districts Moving Learning Outside meets every other Tuesday from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon PST (2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST) on Zoom. Sign up for this free bi-weekly meeting using this link: bit.ly/WG11-2021-ZoomWe have a wonderful upcoming agenda for our bi-weekly, online meetings this fall and winter. These interactive meetings feature engaging presentations from guest speakers, including school and district colleagues around the country who share their work to bring learning outdoors during the pandemic and beyond. We also include time for small group conversations to encourage networking and build relationships in the outdoor learning and schoolyard greening fields. Some meetings are recorded and are posted on our website: www.greenschoolyards.org/community-of-practice ...

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NOVA Outside

2 months ago

Happy First Day of School! Even on a hot day outdoor learning is possible-- and virus transmission is lowest outside so it's good to be out as much as possible. Here are some tips from experienced outdoor educators on staying comfortable in the heat. ...

Outdoor Learning in All Types of Weather — National COVID-19 Outdoor Learning Initiative — Green Schoolyards America

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How can classes stay comfortable when the weather is hot? This article shares strategies for finding and adding shade and keeping everyone well hydrated.

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