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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Michigan Climate Action Network will be leading a virtual webinar about how to talk to students about climate change in the classroom and empowering youth to be environmental stewards. SCECH credits available: 2 These PLO events are open to any educators interested in learning more about Groundswell, those who are actively working on their student projects […]
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 […]
Groundswell will host Dr. Kevin Holohan, Associate Professor of Educational Foundations at GVSU, for a presentation on his research regarding eco-anxiety; particularly with the lens on climate change in the classroom. Dr. Holohan will discuss how to address the anxiety that climate change can incite amongst students and educators and how to create a safe environment of […]
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 […]
The Lake Superior Youth Symposium brings grades 8-12 youth and their teachers together to experience the science, art, culture and challenges of protecting one of the greatest bodies of fresh water on the planet, Lake Superior. Activities will include hands-on workshops, field trips, keynote and student presentations, and a party on the final night! Visit […]
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 […]
