Tag Archives: Sustainable Jersey for Schools
New Jersey schools ride the green wave for a brighter future
December 7, 2018Sustainable Jersey for Schools 2018 special awards announced Sustainable Jersey for Schools celebrated the 111 schools that achieved Sustainable Jersey for Schools certification in 2018 at an awards event attended by over 250 teachers, principals, green team volunteers, school board … Continue reading
Sustainable Jersey: School nurses take on asthma in Trenton providing needed link between healthcare, school and home
July 19, 2017With 13 elementary schools, four middle schools and three high schools, the nurses of the Trenton Public Schools have their hands full. Despite the daily challenges, Micah Freeman, the Supervisor of Nurses for the Trenton Public School District, decided to … Continue reading
Sustainable Jersey: Helping NJ schools turn STEM to STEAM with art
March 22, 2017I-STEAM Task Force hopes to spur next generation of innovators, educators, leaders and learners While the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) have been a focus of integrated learning systems in schools across New Jersey, there is … Continue reading
Sustainable Jersey: Never underestimate the power of a small grant
February 22, 2017C.J. Davenport and West Cape May elementary schools inspire us Through Sustainable Jersey for Schools, we’ve gotten to know some amazing changemakers, ranging from teachers and principals to parents and students to district administrators – all with a true passion for … Continue reading
Sustainable Jersey: Preparing the Next Generation of Sustainability Heroes
October 26, 2016Three New Jersey schools receive Sustainability Champion awards This week, Sustainable Jersey for Schools celebrated the 83 schools that achieved Sustainable Jersey for Schools certification in 2016 at an awards event attended by over 250 teachers, principals, green team volunteers, … Continue reading
Sustainable Jersey: In a zombie apocalypse, it’s good to know where your food comes from
July 20, 2016The John P. Stevens High School Greenhouse opens a world of opportunities in Edison. Laura Holborow begins the food science unit in the biology class she teaches at John P. Stevens High School the same way, by asking, “Where … Continue reading
Leading by example, New Jersey schools focus on sustainability
December 16, 2015Sustainable Jersey for Schools had an exceptional first year, culminating with the recognition of our inaugural group of 59 certified schools at the New Jersey School Boards Association Workshop 2015. Five school districts emerged as sustainability leaders by successfully supporting … Continue reading
Students Energize NJ Public Schools and Gain Valuable Experience
September 16, 2015How did you spend your summer? Well, Sustainable Jersey is pleased to report on three inspiring graduate students that, although they were located at the Jersey shore, did a whole lot more than work on their tans. This summer, … Continue reading