Program: Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability
Audience: This site will serve as a premier outdoor field location for STEM, STEAM, and cross-disciplinary learning—linking science, engineering, environmental stewardship, and history in one authentic setting.
Dates: 10/8/2025 to 10/9/2025
New Step into Lancaster's
premier outdoor classroom! During this two-day workshop, middle and high school educators will immerse themselves in the innovative stream restoration and scientific research taking place on the
Blue Green Connector-a transformational project along the Little Conestoga Creek in the heart of Lancaster. This site is the first of many that will serve as an outdoor classroom and field location with close proximity to many schools.
Educators will:
* Engage in a hands-on "muddy boots” field experience, exploring the restoration project and the unique opportunities it offers for student learning.
* Collaboratively design instructional materials aligned with the new PA STEELS standards, tailored to the learning opportunities found throughout the site.
* Develop content that will not only be ready-to-use with their own students, but also featured on the
the Blue Green Connector website, expanding access for teachers across the region.
Please Note:This site will serve as a premier outdoor field location for STEM, STEAM, and cross-disciplinary learning-linking science, engineering, environmental stewardship, and history in one authentic setting.
Who Should Apply:
We're seeking
10 middle or high school educators with backgrounds in biology, earth science, environmental science, engineering, history, or STEM/STEAM.
Participant Benefits:
* $450 stipend per teacher (paid to school to support substitute costs)
* Lunch provided both days
* 12 Act 48 hours awarded upon completion