In this July issue, explore how long-term partnerships are advancing environmental literacy across California, celebrate youth leadership and place-based learning, and discover new opportunities to take action and get involved.
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This article is part of our Youth Voices series. At Ten Strands, we believe that young people have valuable perspectives and a critical role in shaping our society and our world. We recognize their power to drive dialogue and create...
Ask any Angeleno about the Inland Empire, or “the IE,” and you’ll get a dozen different answers. To the uninitiated, the Inland Empire is the name given to Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, two sprawling counties sitting on Tongva, Cahuilla,...
In this newsletter, celebrate major legislative momentum for climate literacy in California, explore inspiring stories from outdoor learning and Green Ribbon schools, and discover new research advancing environmental literacy across the state.
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This article was developed for the CAELI Green Ribbon Initiative spring 2026 Green Hills Elementary School, part of the Millbrae Elementary School District in San Mateo County, is building a school culture where environmental stewardship, student leadership, and community engagement...
I’m a naturally competitive person. Whether it’s sports, business, or anything else, nothing brings out my competitive streak like an uneven playing field. Early in my education career, I worked with two groups: the students in my school day classes...
This newsletter we’re celebrating major progress for environmental literacy in California while sharing new research, resources, partnerships, and opportunities that help prepare students to lead a more sustainable future.
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There’s a well-respected model in child development called the ecological systems theory (Bronfenbrenner 1979). It posits that child development is best understood in the context of the entire ecosystem in which children grow up and the forces that shape it....
In May 2026, the California State Board of Education adopted its Portrait of a Learner, a statewide framework that connects curriculum, instruction, assessment, and student supports around a common purpose while emphasizing engaging, relevant learning opportunities. Importantly, the final framework...
Craig Strang’s latest Outdoor Learning article explores how outdoor experiences can help reduce screen time while supporting student well-being, connection, and resilience. The newsletter also highlights findings from a UC Berkeley student research partnership on climate risk and school preparedness,...
