Discover the Forest
A program of the Ad Council and U.S. Forest Service, Discover the Forest offers resources that help families discover nearby forests and provides tips on how to prepare for and enjoy outdoor adventures.
The Branch Archive : 2016
Citizen Science Programs
Project BudBurst is a network of people across the United States who monitor plants as seasons change. Use Project Learning Tree activities to get your students outside, and use Project BudBurst to help them see how their seasonal observations about plants compare to those being made all across the country. In addition to collecting scientifically… Read more »
i-Tree Design
The U.S. Forest Service’s i-tree Tree Benefit Calculator allows you to estimate the benefits of trees on your school grounds or in your community.
Farm to School Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture supports efforts for schools to source local or regionally produced foods and provides resources that can assist the creation and longevity of “farm to school” programs for students that emphasize food, farming, and nutrition. The site also offers research, training, technical assistance, and grant opportunities.
Know Your Farmer/Know Your Food
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has responded to the growing interest in local and regional foods through the Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food initiative (KYF2). Their mission is to support the critical connection between farmers and consumers and to strengthen the USDA’s support for local and regional food systems.
Managing Asthma in the School Environment
This U.S. EPA website provides information about asthma and how to control asthma triggers in schools, by promoting healthy indoor air quality.
Mold Resources
This U.S. EPA website provides facts on mold and tips for reducing mold in schools.
Mercury Releases and Spills
Old glass thermometer broke during a class experiment, now what? This U.S. EPA website provides information on how to clean up mercury spills.
U.S. Forest Service Air Quality Images
The U.S. Forest Service displays live air quality images and current air quality conditions throughout the United States, featuring real-time images.
SC3: PROTECTING STUDENTS AND STAFF WITH GREEN CLEANING
EPA’s Schools Chemical Cleanout Campaign (SC3) is working to encourage schools to use green cleaning practices to safely clean their classrooms and grounds. From elementary school maintenance closets to high school chemistry labs, schools use a variety of chemicals. Some of the most essential chemicals are those that keep schools clean and safe for students… Read more »