Submitted by Adrian Fisher
On February 8, 2012, the Triton College Sustainability Center, in conjunction with Chicago Wilderness, will present a free mini-conference for K-12 educators in Triton’s district. You are invited to hear about the educational and emotional intelligence benefits of outdoor education for all students. Program coordinators from the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Brookfield Zoo, and other organizations will discuss the outstanding nature-centered outdoor education programs they offer to schools. This is a great networking opportunity.
Please join us for this worthwhile and inspiring afternoon program devoted to exploring the possibilities of place-based outdoor education programs for students in grades K-12.
Free of charge, advance registration required
Wednesday, February 8, 2012 3:30-5:30 pm Triton College, 2000 Fifth Ave, River Grove, IL 60171 B building, Room 204/210
Open to K-12 teachers and administrators CEU credit: Yes
Refreshments will be served
For more information, contact Adrian Fisher, Coordinator, Triton College Sustainability Center
Phone: 708-456-0300, ext. 3848 Email: afisher@triton.edu
Triton College is a member of the Illinois Green Economy Network (IGEN), a consortium of community colleges leading sustainability initiatives throughout Illinois. The Leave No Child Inside initiative is funded in part by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, USDA Forest Service, and the Chicago Wilderness Corporate Council.
