2023 Chesapeake Bay Climate Institute
This place-based institute explores climate change and aims to develop transformational material to be used in classrooms, engaging students across K-20 curriculum. The four-day institute features a field excursion to Tangier Island, professional lectures, and emphasizes the science of climate change and equitable resilience.
- Day trip to Tangier Island
- Geographic tools including ArcGIS
- Lodging in Wachapreague, Virginia
- GeoLiteracy Process
- Teaching Resources
All Virginia and Maryland educators are eligible to apply. Those interested in integrating climate-related content into their courses while teaching outside of traditional STEM disciplines are encouraged to apply; so too are pre-service and early-career educators.
There are two Institute options (August 6-August 9; August 9-August 12). All lodging, food, and on-site transport costs are paid by the Virginia Geographic Alliance, in partnership with the Maryland Geographic Alliance.
Questions can be directed to Dr. Michael Allen (mallen@towson.edu) or Jamie Young (jamie.young@vbschools.com).
Apply today; Space is limited: https://tinyurl.com/2023CBCI
Application Deadline: March 1, 2023
This institute is sponsored and supported by the Virginia Geographic Alliance and Maryland Geographic Alliance, educational organizations that enhance K-16 geographic literacy and engagement.
