This page shows events offered by the Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative (GLSI) and each of our six regional hubs as well as events that the GLSI will be participating in, supporting, or that feature a close partner.
Groundswell Stewardship Initiative will host its annual Student Project Showcase for educators, community members, students, and families. Groundswell is proud to celebrate the work of student stewards in an interactive event with participating pK12 schools. This event includes a short keynote from the GVSU Provost and the Dean of the College of Education and Community Innovation; an […]
The Lake Superior Celebration has been in occurrence since 2008 in order to highlight the work of the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative. Every year there are displays and presentations by students and local community partners and by Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative school-community teams. A digital gallery will be available to peruse from May 18 to […]
A celebration of students’ place-based learning efforts and community-engaged action!
Groundswell Stewardship Initiative will host its annual partner celebration to say thank you to the partners that strengthen the impact of PBE through their support of K12 schools. Immediately following the Groundswell Advisory Council, this celebratory evening will include apps, a complimentary drink, and certificates for partner organizations and their members for the hard work […]
This institute examines how the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community (KBIC) protects Nibi (water) through independent Water Quality Standards (WQS). Participants will explore the distinction between KBIC and Michigan standards under "Treatment as a State" authority. June 16 | Partnerships, Place, & Processes Standard Focus: Social Studies & ELA Connect with water through storytelling, song, and […]
Email team@semiscoalition.org for more information.
As the Keweenaw evolves from an industrial past to a quality-of-life economy, the Keweenaw Heartlands project is providing opportunities for community-led conservation and locally-driven stewardship. This institute explores how our community is working together to protect the landscape that defines our region. July 7 | Keweenaw Heartlands: Shared Values Standard Focus: Social Studies & ELA […]
Set sail with Inlands Seas for an adventure exploring Great Lakes health, navigation, and how teams work together on a tall ship! To register CLICK HERE! Incentives: Up to 3 SCECHs Stipend of $100/day for up to 15 K-12 teachers Departing from the dock at the Great Lakes Research Center on MTU's campus in Houghton. Questions? […]
During this 2.5-day workshop, participants will learn the foundational elements of place-based stewardship education (PBSE) and how to implement a PBSE project with their students. This year we will also be focusing on fisheries science and watershed exploration with lessons and activities that will support those topics. Teacher participants will explore different place-based education and […]
This is a 5-day experiential professional learning and planning event. For more information, contact team@semiscoalition.org.
The Groundswell Stewardship Initiative summer institute will lead educators through the six elements of a place-based education with the goal of empowering attendees to implement an awesome experience back at their schools. During this immersive workshop, participants will: Explore PBSE through hands-on learning experiences Learn the foundations of PBSE and how to implement an action project with […]
Join MAEOE in Flint, Michigan, for our 2026 Annual Conference. Flint’s history is a powerful study of the American Industrial Revolution; as the "Vehicle City," it was the birthplace of General Motors and once served as a global hub of manufacturing. However, this industrial peak also left behind a complex environmental legacy. By gathering here, […]