MAEOE News
Towards Justice and Change
Dear MAEOE community,
We are heartbroken and frustrated by the murders of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery, the racism experienced by Christian Cooper while he was birding in Central Park, and other racial injustices experienced by people of color whose incidences are less publicized. We recognize these recent events are just a small sample of what very often does not go viral. There cannot be inclusive environmental education in outdoor spaces until all people are heard and feel safe in their communities. The process to accomplish this may drive anxiety, conflict, and even pain but it is one of the keys to our success.
As an organization that promotes environmental awareness and supports our communities to improve the health of their schools and neighborhoods, we must work together to fight the systemic racism that underlies the very fabric for our nation.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of ensuring an environmentally sustainable future and are building it into the mission of our organizational structure. This will help us develop long term goals that will ensure MAEOE continues to be an inclusive space for all Marylanders.
Our students are our future and their voices matter. Guiding them through difficult conversations is an important practice that we must model. There is much work to be done and we must work together for lasting solutions that protect every single person of every single race to achieve our collective vision of a sustainable future.
We can only solve the environmental issues of today and tomorrow by including everyone in the discussion. We ask you to consider the following questions with the board, advisory council, and staff:
- How do we share relevant topics with our students in a virtual environment?
- How can we integrate topics of equity and inclusion into our discussions about the environment?
- How do we help our students to process their thoughts and feelings about current or future injustices in a virtual environment?
We invite the MAEOE community to let us know how we can help your organization, school, family, and children. The challenges we face are immense, and it will take every single one of us to commit to building an anti-racist world.
Our hearts go out to everyone feeling the pain of these recent incidents.
Sincerely,
MAEOE Staff, Advisory, and Board
June 03, 2020
Press Release 2020 Maryland Green School Awardees
Today, the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) announced the number of Maryland Green Schools grew to 656 during the 2019/20 academic year, representing 30% of all schools in the state. Full Press Release: 2020 Green Schools Press Release Final
May 28, 2020
2021 MAEOE Conference: Climate, Nature, People & Education- It’s All Connected!
Save the date for the Annual MAEOE Conference February 4 - 7, 2021,
Climate, Nature, People & Education- It’s All Connected!
The 2021 Conference will focus on Climate Education and Science. The Conference will be held at the Sheraton North Baltimore in Towson, Maryland. RFP for conference proposals will be opening in June.
We will be looking for half-day, full-day workshops, 1 -2 hour sessions.
Keynote Speaker: John Francis https://planetwalk.org/about-john/
May 18, 2020
Join MAEOE’s Weekly Wednesday Lunch and Share Webinars throughout May
We hope you can join us every Wednesday throughout May from 11:30 Am - 12:30 PM for a virtual Lunch and Share via Google Meet. Our topics change every week.
April 14, 2020
Support MAEOE through Amazon Smile
Help MAEOE every time you shop on Amazon!
April 07, 2020
Environmental Education Community Meetings
Join these bi-weekly community meetings to discuss relevant topics important to all of us.
March 13, 2020
COVID-19 Update and Maryland Green Schools/Center Applications
Maryland Green Schools/Center Applications
In support of the decision made by Governor Hogan and Dr. Karen Salmon, Superintendent of Maryland State Department of Education on March 12, closing Maryland schools for two weeks, MAEOE provides the following statement:
March 06, 2020
Earn Your Environmental Educator Certification in 5 Days
Join us this summer from July 6-10, 2020 and earn your Environmental Educator Certification.
March 02, 2020
Green Schools/Center Application Review Sessions - Volunteer Now!
Volunteers Needed to Review Green Schools/Center Applications!
December 03, 2019
Green School Intent to Apply Submission Deadline is December 18!
The deadline for Green School Intent to Apply submissions is December 18. Click HERE to start the process.
