Open to all middle and high school teachers in DC, MD, VA, PA. If you are a non-formal educator interested in attending, please join our waitlist. We will contact you in early July if a spot is available. Priority will be given to classroom teachers.

Meaningful Watershed Education Experiences enliven learning and support social-emotional learning and wellness for students and teachers. This course is designed to model a Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience for middle and high school students through participant-driven field experiences and authentic research conducted by a community of educators in an immersive, joyful, and supportive environment. To best utilize our time together, participants are encouraged to complete the MWEE 101 online course prior to the in-person event. This dynamic five-day program to explore cultural coastal habitats and iconic communities is offered in collaboration with the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration and Maryland's Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.

Length & Location: Five days of collaborative, outdoor learning at CBF’s Karen Noonan Memorial Environmental Education Center for a residential experience; dorm-style housing and meals provided.

Course Credit: Upon successful course completion, participants may be eligible for continuing education credit or contact hours. Graduate credit is also available and requires additional forms and fees. See details on the Professional Learning Credits page.

Orientation:  Attendance at a virtual orientation is required prior to the course. The orientation will take place Tuesday, July 11, 2024 at 7 p.m. A ZOOM link will be provided in your confirmation email.

Cost: $75, reduced fee due to support from generous sponsors and Maryland's Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made before June 1 will receive a full refund minus a $75 processing fee. No refunds will be granted after June 1; however, we are happy to transfer registration to another course, based on availability. All cancellation requests must be made in writing. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to request a cancellation or transfer.

Registration closes July 15, 2024.

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