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MEECS Water Quality Workshop

GVSU DeVos Center 401 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, Michigan

The Groundswell Stewardship Initiative's March Professional Learning event is a MEECS Water Quality Workshop featuring Amanda Syers, a Science Education Specialist with the Annis Water Research Institute. MEECS (Michigan Environmental Education Curriculum Support) is a state-specific environmental education curriculum funded and managed by EGLE to help students learn through inquiry-oriented, data-based science and social studies […]

Groundswell Student Project Showcase 2024

GVSU DeVos Center 401 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Groundswell 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 K12 schools. Students will host tables at an exhibit fair, offering insight for attendees about their community stewardship activities. Please join us to help […]

Groundswell Stewardship Initiative Summer Institute

Grand Valley State University 401 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Are you a West Michigan teacher new to place-based education (PBE)? Maybe you have implemented PBE in your classroom and want to learn more? This institute will lead you through the six elements of a PBE project so you can implement an awesome experience back at your school. Groundswell is offering this workshop free to […]

GSI Fall Kickoff: September Professional Learning Opportunity

John Ball Zoo Administration Building (Ballroom) 1300 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Groundswell provides immersive professional learning opportunity (PLO) experiences focused on teaching place-based education (PBE) practices. Learn more about the practice of place-based education on the Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative PBE Webpage. Educators will be given the opportunity to explore potential partnerships with local organizations and businesses by focusing on Element 3 of the 6 Place-Based Education Principles: Develop […]

GSI: Scan the Community with a Native Plant Lens

Grand Rapids, MI

This October Professional Learning Opportunity will engage participants in environmental and community inventories with place-based stewardship education. Educators will be introduced to the concept of scanning the community through the approach of biodiversity and native plants in your space. Together with your peers, you will: Discover different ways to conduct a community scan Explore the Calvin […]

GSI: Choose an Issue: Ed-Camp & Action Project Ideation

Grand Rapids, MI

This professional learning experience will be co-facilitated by our partners at the Kent Intermediate School District. Educators and community partners will participate in an "ed-camp" to explore action project themes, share ideas and resources, and develop connections amongst peers. The evening will provide space for educators to brainstorm with fellow educators and expert community partners to […]