PARTNER PROGRAMS & MATERIALS
NONPOINT SOURCE AND STORMWATER OUTREACH
The Galveston Bay Report Card is developed annually by the Galveston Bay Foundation and the Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC). The virtual report card is a citizen-driven, scientific analysis of the health of Galveston Bay. Its goal is to engage community members in meaningful discussion about Bay health topics and inspire people to take action to preserve and protect the Bay.
The EPA Environmental Education Resources page increases public awareness and knowledge about environmental issues or problems. In doing so, it provides the public with the necessary skills to make informed decisions and take responsible action. Resources include awards, funding opportunities, lesson plans, publications, videos, etc. The EPA Nonpoint Source Outreach Toolbox is intended for use by state and local agencies and other organizations interested in educating the public on nonpoint source pollution or stormwater runoff. The Toolbox contains a variety of resources to help develop an effective and targeted outreach campaign.
The City of Lubbock has some great short videos available to teach folks about the storm drain and stormwater pollution. They also have some print materials about stormwater. Contact them at (806)-775-3162 for permissions.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES (K-12)
TxDOT's Don't Mess with Texas campaign offers a range of activities, contests, and scholarships to inspire students to help keep communities litter free. It also provides ways to get involved in adopt-a-spot and other clean-up efforts.
The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. and Jason Learning have developed a school curriculum to help teachers and students understand both the importance of recycling and the recycling industry. The campaign includes branded, standards-based, K-12 curricular experiences; interactive Web-based experiences to enhance student engagement; classroom posters featuring ISRI's key educational messages; a leveraged national distribution network; strategies for school visits to ISRI facilities; age-appropriate lessons for grades K-4, 5-8, and 9-12; for each grade band, a two- to four-page classroom lesson based on life cycle for each commodity; and much, much more.
The NOAA Marine Debris Program and its partners offer free, downloadable education and outreach materials for people of all ages to learn about marine debris. Everyone has a role to play in raising awareness about the problem, including educators, parents, friends, youth leaders, non-profits, corporations, and industry. Spread the word with brochures, K-12 curriculum, and more, and help keep the sea free of debris. A new educator newsletter will begin for the 2017-18 school year. Sign up online.
The Citizens' Environmental Coalition's HERE In Houston (Houston Environmental Resources for Educators) is set up as a one-stop shop for formal and informal educators, parents, Texas Master Naturalists, Scout leaders, boating and wildlife enthusiasts, and child care providers that want to teach about our Greater Gulf Coast. The website has links to local organizations with education resources, curricula, and more.
The Texas Water Development Board's Major Rivers program is an excellent way for Texas water providers to do cost-effective water education outreach in their communities with a program that has a proven track record of acceptance by Texas educators. Major Rivers is a water education program designed to teach students about Texas' major water resources, how water is treated and delivered to their homes and schools, how to care for their water resources, and how to use them wisely. The program's host, Major Rivers (named for the major rivers of Texas), and his horse Aquifer cover these topics in eight lessons that include a variety of activities in science, math, language arts, social studies and other subjects.
Project WET staff develop and deliver the world's best water education resources, organize special water events, manage a worldwide network of local implementing partners and advocate for the role of water education in solving the world's most pressing water issues.
Project WILD is one of the most widely-used conservation and environmental education programs among educators of students in kindergarten through high school. The program emphasizes wildlife because of their intrinsic, ecological value as well as their role in teaching how ecosystems function. Educators may choose one or more Project WILD activities to teach a concept or skill or the activities may be integrated into existing courses of study, or an entire set of activities may serve effectively as the basis for a specific course.
Download free lesson plans and handouts from the TCEQ's Field Guide to Water Education. This guide is for use by instructors with students of all ages, and includes an introduction to the water cycle, aquatic life, and water pollution. You can download the entire publication or only the packets of student handouts.
The US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service has a Teacher/Student page with some great resources on a variety of environmental and conservation topics.
COMPLIMENTARY RESOURCES
The Product Stewardship Institute has expanded the Safe Drug Disposal Portal. The Safe Drug Disposal Portal contains tools to help you start drug take-back programs, advocate for effective drug take-back laws, and educate residents about proper disposal practices.
Take Care of Texas is a statewide campaign from the TCEQ providing helpful information on Texas's successes in environmental protection and encouraging all Texas to become more aware of how each of us can make our state a better place to live, work, and play. The website contains free publications, public service announcements, graphics, and educational materials for kids and adults.
The Galveston Bay Report Card is developed annually by the Galveston Bay Foundation and the Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC). The virtual report card is a citizen-driven, scientific analysis of the health of Galveston Bay. Its goal is to engage community members in meaningful discussion about Bay health topics and inspire people to take action to preserve and protect the Bay.
The EPA Environmental Education Resources page increases public awareness and knowledge about environmental issues or problems. In doing so, it provides the public with the necessary skills to make informed decisions and take responsible action. Resources include awards, funding opportunities, lesson plans, publications, videos, etc. The EPA Nonpoint Source Outreach Toolbox is intended for use by state and local agencies and other organizations interested in educating the public on nonpoint source pollution or stormwater runoff. The Toolbox contains a variety of resources to help develop an effective and targeted outreach campaign.
The City of Lubbock has some great short videos available to teach folks about the storm drain and stormwater pollution. They also have some print materials about stormwater. Contact them at (806)-775-3162 for permissions.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES (K-12)
TxDOT's Don't Mess with Texas campaign offers a range of activities, contests, and scholarships to inspire students to help keep communities litter free. It also provides ways to get involved in adopt-a-spot and other clean-up efforts.
The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc. and Jason Learning have developed a school curriculum to help teachers and students understand both the importance of recycling and the recycling industry. The campaign includes branded, standards-based, K-12 curricular experiences; interactive Web-based experiences to enhance student engagement; classroom posters featuring ISRI's key educational messages; a leveraged national distribution network; strategies for school visits to ISRI facilities; age-appropriate lessons for grades K-4, 5-8, and 9-12; for each grade band, a two- to four-page classroom lesson based on life cycle for each commodity; and much, much more.
The NOAA Marine Debris Program and its partners offer free, downloadable education and outreach materials for people of all ages to learn about marine debris. Everyone has a role to play in raising awareness about the problem, including educators, parents, friends, youth leaders, non-profits, corporations, and industry. Spread the word with brochures, K-12 curriculum, and more, and help keep the sea free of debris. A new educator newsletter will begin for the 2017-18 school year. Sign up online.
The Citizens' Environmental Coalition's HERE In Houston (Houston Environmental Resources for Educators) is set up as a one-stop shop for formal and informal educators, parents, Texas Master Naturalists, Scout leaders, boating and wildlife enthusiasts, and child care providers that want to teach about our Greater Gulf Coast. The website has links to local organizations with education resources, curricula, and more.
The Texas Water Development Board's Major Rivers program is an excellent way for Texas water providers to do cost-effective water education outreach in their communities with a program that has a proven track record of acceptance by Texas educators. Major Rivers is a water education program designed to teach students about Texas' major water resources, how water is treated and delivered to their homes and schools, how to care for their water resources, and how to use them wisely. The program's host, Major Rivers (named for the major rivers of Texas), and his horse Aquifer cover these topics in eight lessons that include a variety of activities in science, math, language arts, social studies and other subjects.
Project WET staff develop and deliver the world's best water education resources, organize special water events, manage a worldwide network of local implementing partners and advocate for the role of water education in solving the world's most pressing water issues.
Project WILD is one of the most widely-used conservation and environmental education programs among educators of students in kindergarten through high school. The program emphasizes wildlife because of their intrinsic, ecological value as well as their role in teaching how ecosystems function. Educators may choose one or more Project WILD activities to teach a concept or skill or the activities may be integrated into existing courses of study, or an entire set of activities may serve effectively as the basis for a specific course.
Download free lesson plans and handouts from the TCEQ's Field Guide to Water Education. This guide is for use by instructors with students of all ages, and includes an introduction to the water cycle, aquatic life, and water pollution. You can download the entire publication or only the packets of student handouts.
The US Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service has a Teacher/Student page with some great resources on a variety of environmental and conservation topics.
COMPLIMENTARY RESOURCES
The Product Stewardship Institute has expanded the Safe Drug Disposal Portal. The Safe Drug Disposal Portal contains tools to help you start drug take-back programs, advocate for effective drug take-back laws, and educate residents about proper disposal practices.
Take Care of Texas is a statewide campaign from the TCEQ providing helpful information on Texas's successes in environmental protection and encouraging all Texas to become more aware of how each of us can make our state a better place to live, work, and play. The website contains free publications, public service announcements, graphics, and educational materials for kids and adults.
This program and website are funded in part by the TCEQ through a grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
Copyright H-GAC 2017 - All Rights Reserved.
Copyright H-GAC 2017 - All Rights Reserved.