February 2024

ECO-PARENT NEWSLETTER

 Highlight a Local School


Do you have a school that is participating in amazing 'green' initiatives and would like to share and celebrate their work? Send 1-2 pictures to share and a short description to barbara@dreamingreen.org and we will feature them in our next newsletter!

Plumosa School

of the Arts K-8

Congratulations to Principal Smith, Mrs. Smollar, and her students for receiving one of our Green Leadership Grants! The grant allowed the school to expose all of their K-8 students to the magic of hydroponic gardening and the benefits of growing hydroponic herbs, greens, and vegetables in the classroom.

Upcoming Events


March 7 @ 7 pm

WE-LAB Workshops

In partnership with the City of Hollywood and the City of Hallandale Beach join us to receive a free conservation toolkit.

Register Today


March 9 @ 9 am Tree Tops Park

Water Matters Day

In partnership with Broward County's Natural Resources Department and other local organizations, join DIG and many more for this free family festival to learn the importance of conserving our water.

Click Here for More Information.

Opportunities for Schools

What does Food Mean

to Me? Art Contest


Create an ad to inform people about how reducing our food waste protects our planet.


For ideas, visit Food Matters Action Kit and the WWF Food Waste Warrior Toolkit.


More information here.

Deadline 4/22/24

Piano SLAM

Poetry Contest


PIANO SLAM is a poetry-on-music competition for teenagers that integrates their love for music with academics. This year's theme: My Music Miami- All we Can Save Rhythms and Writings of Restoration.   


Submit applications.

Deadline 2/29/24

Bring Local Professionals into the Classroom


Sign up for a visit from green career experts who can engage and enlighten your students about the incredible possibilities in the world of sustainability and environmental conservation.


Contact Us

Deadline 4/26/24

Opportunities for Students

Youth Preparedness Council


Webinar Save-the-Date

FEMA seeks to recruit young leaders with a passion for preparedness to join the Youth Preparedness Council (YPC). The YPC allows teens to share their ideas and feedback with FEMA, grow their leadership skills, and work with like-minded peers to help strengthen preparedness and resilience across the country. Members will also participate in a biennial summit in Washington, D.C. with FEMA leaders and other professionals to network and learn more about the field of emergency management.


During the webinar on Feb. 27, participants will learn more about the YPC application process. They will also hear from three current YPC members about their experiences on the Council. The webinar will also provide an opportunity for participants to ask any questions they may have. Interested in attending? Register for the webinar.


For More Information

Students in grades eight through 11 are eligible and can apply online. Students have until March 4, 2024, to complete applications.

Click here for more information.

Resources

Looking for more resources? Visit our Website

Are you a parent of a former Green Schools Challenge participant? Do you know of a former student that would be interested in joining a group of environmental stewards to organize events? Share the link to join our Dream in Green Alumni Group.

Join DIG Alumni Group Today

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