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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.

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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 […]

SEMIS Coalition’s Dinner & Design

This event features dinner and time for curriculum design/planning including: an introduction to our Place-Based Education Planning Tools, an introduction to how SEMIS coaching works throughout the school year, open support from the SEMIS Coalition staff, and collaboration time with other member teachers and SE Michigan community partners.

MAEOE Conference

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

Educators and outdoor enthusiasts from all over the state will gather to explore the unique ecosystems and cultural assets of West Michigan, share about awesome projects happening in their communities, and celebrate another year of outdoor and environmental learning.

WMGLSI Dinner & Dialogue: 3P (Place, Project, & Problem Based) Learning

Location TBD

3P (place, project, and problem based) learning is gaining steam across the county.  These student-centered approaches encourage students to work collaboratively with their teachers to identify real problems occurring in their communities and come up with solutions that have real impact. Participants will have opportunities to plan, collaborate, and learn with other educators and community […]

SEMIS Coalition’s Fall Professional Development

University of Michigan Detroit Center

This event will build knowledge and skills among Place-Based Educators from across southeast Michigan with the support of the SEMIS Coalition Leadership team.

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 […]

EcoCareers Expo

Alpena, MI

The Northeast Michigan Great Lake Stewardship Initiative (NEMIGLSI), in collaboration with the Northeast Michigan Council of Governments, MiSTEM Network, and MichiganWorks! is organizing a hands-on career exposure experience for eighth-grade students. The main objective of the event is to provide students with a firsthand view of real-life job opportunities in in conservation-related careers in northeast Michigan […]

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 […]

WMGLSI Dinner & Dialogue: 3P (Place, Project, & Problem Based) Learning

Location TBD

3P (place, project, and problem based) learning is gaining steam across the county.  These student-centered approaches encourage students to work collaboratively with their teachers to identify real problems occurring in their communities and come up with solutions that have real impact. Participants will have opportunities to plan, collaborate, and learn with other educators and community […]

GSI Dinner & Dialogue: Develop Partnerships

Grand Rapids, MI

Goundswell Stewardship Initiative's December Dinner & Dialogue will dive into the theme of Developing Community Partnerships. This event is a celebration of the Groundswell community and a thank you to the educators and partners who support the Groundswell Stewardship Initiative. These PLO events are open to any educators interested in learning more about Groundswell, those […]

GSI Fostering Belonging: Student Social/Emotional Health

Grand Rapids, MI

In response to requests from local educators and partners alike, Groundswell is offering a special event for our network. Dr. Jamie Langlois, associate professor in the GVSU School of Social Work, will be this professional learning's visiting expert. Join your peers in discussion and learning as we work to navigate the challenging spaces of social and […]

SEMIS Coalition’s Winter Professional Development

Ypsilanti, MI

The SEMIS Coalition professional learning model provides opportunities for teachers, community partners and administrators in a variety of categories including: coaching and mentoring, coalition building, whole-school professional development, collaborative assessment, and place-based curriculum co-development. This structured sequence was developed through best practices in adult learning theory, place-based and project-based learning, inquiry-based instruction, and academic service-learning […]