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Ongoing Connections:

Michigan Green Schools (MGS) was established as a statewide program by Michigan’s Public Act 146 of 2006 and is managed by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).  MGS recognizes and celebrates the environmental efforts of PreK–12, public and private schools across the state.  By encouraging environmental stewardship and education, MGS helps protect Michigan’s air, land, water, and ecosystems.  Schools earn Green, Emerald, or Evergreen status by documenting 10 or more approved activities each school year.

MAEOE's education committee strives to support schools in their path to becoming a MI Green School.  This page serves as a space for educators and students looking for ideas, inspiration, and opportunities to complete activities that count toward their annual MGS certification.  From classroom projects to community events, you'll find resources here to help your school meet and exceed your environmental goals.

If you have an opportunity or resource to share, email the statewide coordinator Samantha Lichtenwald at EGLE-MI-Green-Schools@Michigan.gov.   In your message, please provide the full details, including:

Together, we can help more Michigan schools go green and grow a culture of sustainability for the next generation!

  • New Professional Learning Opportunity: Project WET’s People and Water Introduction Series

    13 Aug 2026 8:43 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Corresponding MI Green Schools Category and Activity: Category 3 Activity 1

    Project WET: People and Water - Virtual Training
    Session 1 option: Monday, August 18 at 1:00 PM (Mountain Time), or
    Session 2 option: Wednesday, August 20 at 10:00 AM (Mountain Time)

    Project WET is excited to invite you to our upcoming People and Water Introduction Series! These one-hour sessions are designed to introduce you to Project WET's newest educator guide, People and Water. You'll get a walkthrough of the types of activities and information available in the guide and have the opportunity to ask questions and see what's new.

    We'll be hosting two sessions, both covering the same content, so you can choose the time that works best for you. No need to register, just join the Zoom call at the scheduled time.

    Join the Zoom Session

    BONUS: If you would like to participate in an in-person People and Water Workshop, Christina will be offering one at the MAEOE Conference in Flint on Friday, October 2. Friday workshop registration is only open to conference attendees.

    For more information, please contact the Michigan Project WET Coordinator, Christina Catanese by email at catanesc@gvsu.edu.

  • Learn How Schoolyards Can Be Designed With Teaching and Learning as a Core Priority

    13 Aug 2026 8:33 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Corresponding MI Green Schools Category and Activity: Category 3 Activity 5; Category 4 Activity 3

    Green Schoolyards that Teach - Virtual Webinar
    September 28 from 3 - 4 p.m. ET

    How can collaborative schoolyard design processes that engage educators and students create outdoor learning environments that serve as living laboratories for stormwater management, agriculture, ecology, and more? Join Center for Green Schools and webinar co-hosts, Children & Nature Network, along with district facilities and curriculum staff from Boston Public Schools and Milwaukee Public Schools to learn how cross-functional collaboration between design, and curriculum teams has transformed schoolyards into dynamic, place-based learning environments that teach. 

    Register Now

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Lansing, MI 48909

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