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?? Check Out Our Newest Featured Story! We’re highlighting an inspiring Youth Voices panel discussion featuring six incredible students—from elementary school to college—who shared their "climate moment" alongside global climate leaders. ?? Together, they shared the urgency of climate action from the perspective of the next generation. ?? Meet the panelists: Grace Pérez Mancusi, Willem Shpilsky, Zachary Fox-DeVol, Ananya Gupta, Andrew Rodriguez, and Bella Santos. Each of them shared the spark that ignited their passion for climate action and the hope they carry for the future. ?? Listen to their stories: https://ow.ly/Szq050VlJGk

OPINION by Jonathan Klein & Andra Yeghoian: California has already wasted precious time. We must act now to create a master plan for climate-resilient schools.

?? Chief innovation officer Andra Yeghoian recently led a workshop at the California Council for the Social Studies (CCSS) annual conference titled “Empowering Changemakers: Integrating Civic Engagement and Environmental Literacy in Social Studies.” The session explored strategies to help educators: ? Foster student agency ? Promote civic knowledge ? Address the environmental and climate crisis In addition to exploring the connection between History-Social Studies and the Environmental Principles and Concepts, the session featured resources from the California Environmental Literacy Initiative (CAELI) including: ?? Environmental Literacy Implementation Guide for the State Seal of Civic Engagement ?? Call to Action for Educators and Teachers ?? CAELI Partner Portal Furthermore, the session highlighted Ten Strands' resources from the California Youth Climate Policy Leadership Program, which classroom teachers can adapt to support students in leading solutions-oriented civic action. ???? Catch up with the conference handout: here:https://ow.ly/l3aO50VhJBH

?? New Commentary on EdSource!?? Our chief innovation officer, Andra Yeghoian, and UndauntedK12’s Jonathan Klein highlight why California needs statewide action to ensure every student learns in a safe, climate-ready school—especially after the devastating Los Angeles fires. While LAUSD is taking steps to rebuild with resilience, we can’t rely on a district-by-district approach. It’s time for statewide planning and investment to protect all students from climate disasters! ?? Read their new commentary on what California must do next: https://ow.ly/ai5150VcpGX

?? Last week, Ten Strands' director of client engagement services & data science, Sarah Whiting, attended the Educating for Careers Conference, connecting with Career & Technical educators and industry partners. ?? The conference provided educators, students, and professionals with the tools and insights needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market. Through cutting-edge practices, success stories, and meaningful connections, it fostered pathways to a more sustainable and impactful future. ?? Catch up on the presentation slides here: https://ow.ly/aq4a50VbjZB

?? CALL TO ACTION: SUPPORT SB 341! ?? SB 341 takes a critical first step in reviving and expanding California’s Instructional School Garden Program to ensure all students can access garden-based learning. SB 341 creates the framework for future investments in garden-based education. With equitable access, hands-on learning, and a plan for sustainable funding, we can build a future where every student benefits from outdoor learning! ???? #SB341 #CASchoolGardens #EnvironmentalLiteracy ? Sign on to our Letter of Support: https://ow.ly/rABr50V9VYL ? Deadline: Friday, March 7, 2025

Our friends at California Science Teachers Association are calling on all young artists to showcase their creativity in the Earth Day Bookmark Contest! ?????? This contest is open to TK–12 students, and the deadline to submit is March 7th. Let’s inspire the next generation of environmental stewards—spread the word and encourage your students to participate! ?? Deadline: March 7, 2025 ?? Open to: TK–12 students in California ?? Submit your entry: https://lnkd.in/gKC9Tgzc

California Environmental Literacy Initiative (CAELI), supported by Ten Strands, is ensuring all TK–12 students have access to high-quality environmental education across California. Through innovation hubs & statewide collaboration, we’re advancing policies, strategies, and resources to support environmental literacy. ?? Join us for upcoming webinars! ?? Climate Literacy: Principles & Guidelines (Hosted by District Innovation Hub) ?? Feb 26 | 4:00–5:30 PM PST | Register here: https://ow.ly/zZSb50V0FVi Explore new climate education tools from the U.S. Global Change Research Program and the North American Association for Environmental Education. ?? Youth Engagement & the Green Ribbon (Hosted by the California Green Ribbon Achievers and Applicants Network) ?? Feb 27 | 3:30–4:30 PM PST | Register here: https://ow.ly/NKx350V0FVm Connect with Green Ribbon Schools & strengthen sustainability efforts!

The California Association of Science Educators (CASE) is calling on the State Board of Education to fully include science in the California School Dashboard and accountability system. After more than a decade of waiting, it’s time to make science a priority! ? Adding science to the Dashboard signals to school leaders, parents, and communities that science is a subject worth investing in—with time, resources, and teacher training. CASE will deliver this petition at the State Board of Education meeting in March. Your voice is essential in showing that Californians demand high-quality science education for every student! ?? Sign on by February 24! https://ow.ly/AFNj50V0FT1