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• Virtual Environmental Education Career Fair

  • When
    December 05, 2024
  •  
    4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Online | Zoom

  Register

  Calling all job seekers and employers! Join us for a virtual environmental education career fair. Site leaders will be grouped into breakout rooms, where they will make a pitch for their organization/worksite, share any current or upcoming employment opportunities, and end with Q&A. Job seekers will choose several rooms to attend. Interviews will not be conducted during the event, but if you make a connection you can exchange contact information and plan to follow up. Find your next dream job in environmental and outdoor education! 

  Participating employers include:

  • Cuyamaca Outdoor School (San Diego County Office of Ed.)
  • NatureBridge
  • Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center
  • Pathfinder Ranch
  • SCICON (Tulare County Office of Education)
  • SEI (Strategic Energy Innovations)

  The primary focus is on employers based in California, but all are welcome to attend. 

  Note, you don't have to be actively seeking new employment to attend - it can be beneficial to learn about different programs and opportunities even if you're happily employed where you are or haven't entered the field yet!

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• EE Program Leader Webinar: Funding Pathways in Collaboration with Schools and Districts

  • When
    January 08, 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

  Funding Pathways in Collaboration with Schools and Districts

  What funding opportunities are available for partnering with local schools and districts to provide environmental learning to K-12 students? How do we make connections with school and district contacts? Join us to learn about some opportunities and strategies for strengthening local partnerships and opening up funding pathways to support your EE programs. 
  

  Click here to register

  Part of the free webinar series:

  Building a Strong and Resilient Organization

  A Webinar Series for EE Program Leaders, Fall 2024-Spring 2025

  Join the California Environmental Literacy Initiative’s Community-Based Partner Innovation Hub and AEOE in an online webinar series for Program Leaders of organizations that work to advance environmental literacy. Learn valuable tips and strategies that will help your organization grow and thrive.

  * Presentation will be recorded and shared with all registered participants. 

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• Winter 2025 eeCourse: Universal Design for Learning in Environmental Education

  • Start
    January 15, 2025
  • End
    February 28, 2025
  • Location
    Online - Moodle

  Register

  Winter 2025 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Environmental Education 

  Description: Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a teaching approach that works to accommodate the needs and abilities of all learners and eliminates unnecessary barriers in the learning process. UDL improves and optimizes teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn. UDL is a framework to guide the design of learning environments that are accessible and challenging for all and that gives all students equal opportunity to succeed. Ultimately, the goal of UDL is to support students and participants to become “expert learners” who are, each in their own way, purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, and strategic and goal-driven.

  This course is designed to encourage you to reflect deeply on your practice to focus on how you plan and teach to support all learners. The course content and associated assignments are geared towards practicing environmental and outdoor educators. We hope this course will inspire you to strengthen your pedagogical practices so they are more welcoming, inclusive, and accessible.

  Timing: This roughly 6-week course takes an approximately 12 hours to complete. The course runs from January 15th through February 28th, 2025. This course is offered on a quarterly basis. 

  Format: This is an asynchronous online course. 

  • All activities must be completed independently on your own time/schedule within the 6-week timeframe. 

  • We will provide a suggested timeline and periodic reminders to encourage the timely completion of assignments. While we want to be flexible, we also want these learning experiences to be meaningful and we think timely and periodic work in the course will benefit participants more than trying to complete coursework at the last minute.

  • Coursework includes watching videos, reading articles, posting on public forums and Padlet boards, and writing/recording personal reflections.

  • The course is managed through Moodle - participants will be sent an invitation to access the course on the start date. 

  The course will be moderated by Amy Williams, Ed.D.

  One graduate unit is available upon completion of the course (the unit costs $79 and is purchased separately from University of San Diego). Note that you must also submit a certificate of competition in order to receive your transcript.

  Course content was designed by Michelle Silvers of Silver’s Lining PLLC, Estrella Risinger with AEOE, Michelle Pearce and Lauren Pyle with the Environmental Educators of North Carolina (EENC), with contributions from Rebekah Jones and the Cooper Center for Environmental Learning.

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• Program Leaders Annual Retreat - No Lodging

  • Start
    January 31, 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • End
    February 02, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Camp Ocean Pines, Cambria

  Register

  Join your colleagues from across the state for a retreat on the beautiful site of Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria. Professional development, and two meals meals included (Saturday lunch and dinner). With this registration level you are responsible for securing your own lodging. In addition to a structured PD session, there will be discussions on hiring and pay, and ample opportunities for networking and conversations around topics of your choice. 

  Draft Agenda

  • Friday dinner
  • Friday evening social (optional)
  • Saturday breakfast
  • Saturday morning local exploration (on your own or team up with other attendees)
  • Saturday lunch 
    
  • Saturday afternoon: professional development 
  • Saturday dinner
  • Saturday evening: networking, resource share, and prep for open space
  • Sunday morning walk (optional) 
  • Sunday breakfast
  • Sunday open space

  Professional development: TBD

  Registration options:

  Please select the option that is appropriate for you. Members automatically receive a discounted rate if you are logged in. If you work for an organizational member, contact us at aeoe@aeoe.org for your discount code. The assisted level rate is available for anyone who needs financial assistance to attend. If you need additional assistance and identify as Back, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color, scholarships are available through our partnership with CAELI in an effort to increase access and decrease barriers to participation. Contact us at aeoe@aeoe.org. 

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• Program Leaders Annual Retreat - Full Weekend w/ Lodging

  • Start
    January 31, 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • End
    February 02, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Camp Ocean Pines, Cambria

  Register

  Join your colleagues from across the state for an overnight retreat on the beautiful site of Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria. The site is just minutes from the coast, and optional morning excursions can include nature walks around the property, a short hike down to the coastline, or a short drive to see the elephant seals. 

  Professional development, lodging for two nights*, and five meals included (Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast). In addition to a structured PD session, there will be discussions on hiring and pay, and ample opportunities for networking and conversations around topics of your choice. 

  Draft Agenda

  • Friday afternoon arrival and check-in
  • Friday dinner
  • Friday evening social (optional)
  • Saturday breakfast
  • Saturday morning local exploration (on your own or team up with other attendees)
  • Saturday lunch 
    
  • Saturday afternoon: professional development (TBD)
  • Saturday dinner
  • Saturday evening: networking, resource share, and prep for open space
  • Sunday morning walk (optional) and check-out
  • Sunday breakfast
  • Sunday open space

  *Lodging includes shared cabins with bunk beds and their own bathroom. You will need to bring your own linens (bedding or sleeping bag, pillow) and toiletries. 

  Professional development: TBD

  Registration options:

  Please select the option that is appropriate for you. Members automatically receive a discounted rate if you are logged in. If you work for an organizational member, contact us at aeoe@aeoe.org for your discount code. The assisted level rate is available for anyone who needs financial assistance to attend. If you need additional assistance and identify as Back, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color, scholarships are available through our partnership with CAELI in an effort to increase access and decrease barriers to participation. Contact us at aeoe@aeoe.org. 

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• Program Leaders Annual Retreat - Saturday night only

  • Start
    February 01, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • End
    February 02, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM
  • Location
    Camp Ocean Pines, Cambria

  Register

  Join your colleagues from across the state for an overnight retreat on the beautiful site of Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria. Professional development, lodging for one night*, and three meals included (Saturday lunch and dinner, plus Sunday breakfast). If you would like to arrive on Friday instead to have more time to network and share resources with your colleagues, please select the full Program Leaders' retreat registration. In addition to a structured PD session, there will be discussions on hiring and pay, and ample opportunities for networking and conversations around topics of your choice. 

  Draft Agenda

  • Saturday late morning arrival and check-in
  • Saturday lunch (included)
  • Saturday afternoon: professional development 
  • Saturday dinner (included)
  • Saturday evening: networking, resource share, and prep for open space
  • Sunday morning walk (optional) and check-out
  • Sunday breakfast (included)
  • Sunday open space

  *Lodging includes shared cabins with bunk beds and their own bathroom. You will need to bring your own linens (bedding or sleeping bag, pillow) and toiletries. Please reach out to aeoe@aeoe.org if you prefer to secure your own lodging and meals. 
  

  Professional development: TBD

  Registration options:

  Please select the option that is appropriate for you. Members automatically receive a discounted rate if you are logged in. If you work for an organizational member, contact us at aeoe@aeoe.org for your discount code. The assisted level rate is available for anyone who needs financial assistance to attend. If you need additional assistance and identify as Back, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Color, scholarships are available through our partnership with CAELI in an effort to increase access and decrease barriers to participation. Contact us at aeoe@aeoe.org. 

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• EE Program Leader Webinar: Equitable Hiring and Retention Practices

  • When
    February 05, 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

  Equitable Hiring and Retention Practices

  Join Candice Dickens-Russell, Executive Director of Friends of the L.A. River and the CAELI Equity Initiative Co-Lead, in an inspiring and informative session on equitable hiring and retention practices. 

  Click here to register

  Part of the free webinar series:

  Building a Strong and Resilient Organization

  A Webinar Series for EE Program Leaders, Fall 2024-Spring 2025

  Join the California Environmental Literacy Initiative’s Community-Based Partner Innovation Hub and AEOE in an online webinar series for Program Leaders of organizations that work to advance environmental literacy. Learn valuable tips and strategies that will help your organization grow and thrive.

  * Presentation will be recorded and shared with all registered participants. 

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• Spring 2025 eeCourse: Universal Design for Learning in Environmental Education

  • Start
    April 30, 2025
  • End
    June 15, 2025
  • Location
    Online - Moodle

  Register

  Spring 2025 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Environmental Education 

  Description: Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a teaching approach that works to accommodate the needs and abilities of all learners and eliminates unnecessary barriers in the learning process. UDL improves and optimizes teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn. UDL is a framework to guide the design of learning environments that are accessible and challenging for all and that gives all students equal opportunity to succeed. Ultimately, the goal of UDL is to support students and participants to become “expert learners” who are, each in their own way, purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, and strategic and goal-driven.

  This course is designed to encourage you to reflect deeply on your practice to focus on how you plan and teach to support all learners. The course content and associated assignments are geared towards practicing environmental and outdoor educators. We hope this course will inspire you to strengthen your pedagogical practices so they are more welcoming, inclusive, and accessible.

  Timing: This roughly 6-week course takes an approximately 12 hours to complete. The course runs from April 30th through June 15th, 2025. This course is offered on a quarterly basis. 

  Format: This is an asynchronous online course. 

  • All activities must be completed independently on your own time/schedule within the 6-week timeframe. 

  • We will provide a suggested timeline and periodic reminders to encourage the timely completion of assignments. While we want to be flexible, we also want these learning experiences to be meaningful and we think timely and periodic work in the course will benefit participants more than trying to complete coursework at the last minute.

  • Coursework includes watching videos, reading articles, posting on public forums and Padlet boards, and writing/recording personal reflections.

  • The course is managed through Moodle - participants will be sent an invitation to access the course on the start date. 

  The course will be moderated by Amy Williams, Ed.D.

  One graduate unit is available upon completion of the course (the unit costs $79 and is purchased separately from University of San Diego). Note that you must also submit a certificate of competition in order to receive your transcript.

  Course content was designed by Michelle Silvers of Silver’s Lining PLLC, Estrella Risinger with AEOE, Michelle Pearce and Lauren Pyle with the Environmental Educators of North Carolina (EENC), with contributions from Rebekah Jones and the Cooper Center for Environmental Learning.

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• Save the Date: Statewide Conference 2025!

  • Start
    May 02, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • End
    May 04, 2025
  •  
    1:00 PM
  • Location
    Walker Creek Ranch, Marin County

  Announcing the annual statewide conference for environmental and outdoor educators!

  May 2-4, 2025 | Walker Creek Ranch, Petaluma

  Save the date for a weekend of learning, connection, and fun! 

  Find more details at aeoe.org/conference-2025

  
  

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