Five Easy Steps to Creating a Sustainable Classroom
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April 21, 2023
It has never been more important to teach future generations about the impact of climate change and build sustainable practices in school. This Earth Day, we focus on the importance of educating students on ways to live sustainably — and creating an eco-friendly classroom is an easy first step. Sustainable solutions are not only good for environment; they also improve the physical and mental health of both students and teachers.
To start your journey of creating a more sustainable learning environment, the Education Policy team's very own Raven DeRamus-Byers offers up some easy steps to implement within your classroom.
#EarthDay is just a few days away.
— New America (@NewAmerica) April 19, 2023
We asked Raven DeRamus-Byers of @NewAmericaEd to share five tips for creating a #sustainable classroom that instructors can use all year long.
♻️ What tips do you have for creating a sustainable classroom? pic.twitter.com/s0KSmljFBO
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