Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB), in alignment with its mission to promote clean and sustainable communities, is hosting a comprehensive educational workshop for classroom educators of grades K-5 in Baton Rouge on May 4. The workshop will offer valuable insights into youth environmental stewardship and community engagement.
May 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
LSU George Peabody Hall College of Human Science and Education
4427 Dalrymple Dr., Room 225, Baton Rouge
Space is limited to 50 participants. Registration is available online. The workshop is open to all classroom teachers regardless of where you live or work.
KLB is pleased to offer stipends of up to $150 for teachers participating. Teachers who attend and stay for the duration of the workshop will receive a $50 stipend. Teachers have the opportunity to earn an additional $100 to implement the lessons.
The desired result of this program is an increase in knowledge and awareness that yields a positive change in perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors related to caring for the environment and community. The workshop and lessons will cover a range of topics including:
At the end of each lesson, students will be encouraged to apply what they learned from each lesson by participating in student-driven activities. This interactive session, led by experienced environmental educators, Dr. Pam Blanchard and Dr. Mary Legoria, aims to empower educators to engage young minds and instill a sense of responsibility for environmental stewardship.
For further information about the workshop, please contact Valerie Nehrbass-Vidrine via email at education@keeplouisianabeautiful.org.
