From the Classroom

10 Tips for Water Testing Trips

10 Tips for Water Testing Trips

Spring semester is here! Despite light rain, Petaluma creeks have started to fill with water, making it the ideal time to start water testing. If you are thinking about borrowing one of our water testing kits for your classroom, consider attending our water testing training on January 24 (Register Here!) In the meantime, here are some tips to help make your experience successful!

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7 Tips for Exceptional Watershed Curriculum

7 Tips for Exceptional Watershed Curriculum

It is getting to be my favorite time of year! No, not the holidays. It’s time for new Watershed Classroom proposals!

With the application deadline coming up on November 27th, many environmentally minded Petaluma educators are working hard to pull together their projects. While the Watershed Classroom is designed to make outdoor, place based education more accessible, we know the application process itself can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for first year applicants.

We compiled a list of advice for teachers who may be having a hard time knowing where to start!

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