Welcome to the Kansas Green Schools Network!
Welcome to the Kansas Green Schools Network! This is the place for information about environmental projects and environmental education activities and resources.
WHAT'S NEW:
- Nominate your school for the Kansas Green School of the Year Award! To see the awards criteria and to submit your nomination electronically, click here. You may download a copy of the criteria and nomination form here. The deadline for nominations is Friday, 22 January 2010.
- Apply for a Waste Management Grant by clicking on the Grants tab and scrolling down to the waste management section. The deadline for waste management grant applications is Monday, 15 February 2010. You may apply for Air Quality/Energy and Water Quality grants at any time.
Become Part of the Network! Here's How:
1. Join the Kansas Green Schools Network by creating a user id and password, and entering your information. There is no charge to register.
2. By registering, you become eligible to apply for grants for environmental projects addressing water quality, air quality and energy, and solid waste management.
3. Check back often for new information and to update your network profile.
4. Contact us if you have questions or need specific information for your project or help with the project's education component.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Kansas Green Schools Program provides educational opportunities for preK-12 schools that increase awareness and understanding of environmental interrelationships that impact public health and our society, and that promote responsible environmental stewardship practices.
Our goal is to foster an appreciation and understanding of air and water quality, climate change, energy, reduction and recycling of solid waste, and wildlife habitat.
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