EEPSA: Environmental Educators Provincial Specialist Association

FREE TALK: Our Synthetic Seas: Plastic pollution in the Pacific & solutions on land

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:50:00 PDT

August 2, 2011, Vancouver Aquarium
As Site Coordinators for the 2011 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup presented by Loblaw Companies Limited, we would like to invite you to this special evening talk hosted by the Algalita Marine Research Foundation at the Vancouver Aquarium. Featuring Dr. Marcus Eriksen from the Algalita Marine Research Foundation and Anna Cummins from The 5 Gyres Institute, both organizations are leaders in the research of plastic marine debris.

Wellness and our Environment: teacher Pro-D conference

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:35:00 PDT

October 21, 2011, Fort Langley Elementary School
Place-Based Education and Communities: Strategies and Inspiration for Healthy Communities
Hold the date for this once in a lifetime conference about Aboriginal and Environmental education! Don't miss:
- keynote speaker Dr. Jan Hare, a UBC associate professor
- storytelling by Richard Van Camp, a writer in residence for CBC radio
- Squamish Nation drummer and artist Xwalacktun
Registration ($100) includes a membership to each PSA, workshops, a traditional Aboriginal lunch, performances, displays and giveaways. The first 100 registrants will receive a special enviro-gift. More details & schedule to come.
Co-presented by the Aboriginal Education Association and the Environmental Educators Provincial Specialist Association. Co-sponsored by Langley School District Aboriginal Program and the Langley Social Justice Committee, with support from BCTF and Metro Vancouver.

Canada's Parks Day Special Celebration in Stanley Park

Wed, 6 Jul 2011 00:03:00 PDT

July 16, 2011, Stanley Park, Vancouver - Parks Canada would like to invite you to a very special event taking place on Canada's Parks Day, July 16th, at Brockton Point in Vancouver's Stanley Park.
As you're likely aware, 2011 marks Canada's centennial as the world's first national parks service and we're busy celebrating across the country and throughout the year with events that highlight 100 years of world leadership in conservation, education and visitor experience programs. We have lots to celebrate including one of the most extensive networks of protected national heritage places in the world with 167 national historic sites, 42 national parks and 4 national marine conservation areas.
We'd love you to join us and Parka the Beaver in one of Vancouver's most beloved places, Stanley Park (at Brockton Point), for a fun-filled family day of festivities from 12 noon to 5 pm. A free outdoor concert from 4 pm to 8:30 pm will feature the young singer-songwriter-composer Kate Morgan from Kamloops, the Saskatoon rock band The Sheepdogs, and Somali-Canadian hip-hop singer K'Naan.
Mark your calendars and Come Celebrate!
We hope to see you there!

June 20 Executive Meeting Minutes

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 21:50:00 PDT

Minutes of June 20, 2011 EEPSA Executive Meeting are now posted (PDF file).

A Day from Sea To Sky - Provincial Pro-D Day

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 8:35:00 PDT

October 21, 2011, Sea to Sky Outdoor School at YMCA Camp Elphinstone, Sunshine Coast, BC
For teachers from the Vancouver Region looking for a brilliant day of fun and learning intended to make us more effective outdoor and classroom educators. This day will highlight the potential of the outdoor classroom for making important curriculum connections. It will also increase our confidence in creating safe, engaging learning adventures for students K through 12.
Registration: $150 plus taxes, includes hot lunch. See poster for more info.

April 30 Executive Meeting Minutes

Thu, 2 Jun 2011 10:40:00 PDT

Minutes of April 30, 2011 EEPSA Executive Meeting are now posted (PDF file).

2011 Executive

Wed, 25 May 2011 20:05:00 PDT

Names and photos of the 2011 EEPSA Executive are now posted.

Pollinate: Youth environment program

Tue, 24 May 2011 08:08:00 PST

July 24-31, 2011, near Gibsons.
In partnership with Self-design High, The Art Farm, and the Sunshine Coast Conservation Association. For 15-18 year olds. Hone visual art, communication, media and presentation skills. Earn high school credits.

Educators' Pro-D Workshop

Mon, 23 May 2011 22:40:00 PST

July 3-7, 2011, Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre.
Fantastic educators' professional development workshop at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre. The workshop has a marine sciences focus, inter-woven with environmental education for a blue planet. Bursaries are available for upper elementary teachers. Apply today! See PDF for more information.

JOB POSTING: PSYL 2011 Program Staff

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 12:45:00 PST

Pearson Seminar on Youth Leadership. Position available: Curriculum Coordinator.
Contract Dates: July 11th to August 18th, 2011.
Note: Contracts require 2 additional days for online planning sessions in April/early May (Dates TBD)
Deadline for applications: February 11, 2011

Updated Membership Form

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 11:00:00 PDT

A new online membership form is now available (PDF file).

Explore Sustainability in your classroom and Beyond!

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 11:10:00 PDT

Inspire students to get to know, value and care about the places they live and how they are connected. For more information or to book a field trip, teacher workshop, or request resources, call 604-432-6200 or visit www.metrovancouver.org (search: education).
Special Offer: Get Outdoors Workshop
Book a FREE workshop for your group, school or district and learn tools & techniques to connect children with nature. Free resource guide included.