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Author: Ten Strands

Ten Strands

Ten Strands’ mission is to strengthen the partnerships, strategies, and systems that advance environmental literacy, ensuring all California TK–12 students thrive in sustainable, resilient schools and engage in meaningful environmental learning experiences, both in and beyond the classroom. Our vision is a world where schools are the foundation of environmental literacy and climate resilience; where every campus is a safe, sustainable, climate-ready community hub; and where every student develops the knowledge, skills, and agency to care for the planet and lead solutions in a changing world.

Ten Strands’ mission is to strengthen the partnerships, strategies, and systems that advance environmental literacy, ensuring all California TK–12 students thrive in sustainable, resilient schools and engage in meaningful environmental learning experiences, both in and beyond the classroom. Our vision is a world where schools are the foundation of environmental literacy and climate resilience; where every campus is a safe, sustainable, climate-ready community hub; and where every student develops the knowledge, skills, and agency to care for the planet and lead solutions in a changing world.

Articles by Author: Ten Strands

Ten Strands Team Photo - GCSHE 2026

October 1, 2026 Newsletter

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON October 1, 2026

Celebrate the signing of SB 1048, explore climate literacy in action across California schools, and catch up on the latest from Ten Strands and our youth climate leaders.

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Catalyzing Districtwide Action: How Dr. Laurel Kruke and Ten Strands Are Transforming School Sustainability in Long Beach

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 30, 2026

For Dr. Laurel Kruke, championing environmental literacy and sustainability in public schools is the realization of a lifelong passion. Holding a master’s degree in sustainability and a PhD in education focused on climate change education, Dr. Kruke spent years tracking...

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Governor Newsom signs bill establishing California State Seal of Climate Literacy for California students

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 29, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:September 29, 2026 CONTACT:Camille Soliva, Communications Specialist SB 1048 establishes diploma distinction recognizing climate knowledge, green career preparation, and hands-on learning SACRAMENTO, CA – Gov. Gavin Newsom today signed SB 1048 (Becker) into law, establishing a California State Seal of...

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CYCP Cohort 4: Midway Through and Making Moves

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 29, 2026

The California Youth Climate Policy (CYCP) Leadership Program is halfway through its fourth cohort, bringing together 70 student leaders from across California to build skills, develop advocacy campaigns, and advance climate action in their local school systems. Since launching in...

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Ten Strands Celebrates 20 Years of the Green California Summit

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 29, 2026

On September 15–16, sustainability leaders from across California gathered in Pasadena for the 20th Anniversary Green California Summit, celebrating two decades of connecting California’s public-sector leaders with sustainability solutions. This milestone event brought together leaders from state and local government,...

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September 17, 2026 Newsletter

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 17, 2026

This week, we’re highlighting how professional learning can empower educators and students to turn environmental and climate education into solutionary action. We’re also exploring interdisciplinary, systems-focused teaching in San Ramon Valley Unified School District and new data on environmental staffing...

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Reimagining Freshman Year: Inside San Ramon Valley Unified School District’s Solutionary Academies

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 16, 2026

Standing beside poster boards, systems maps, and student-designed presentations, freshmen in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD) shared their views on how global issues such as climate change, mental health, biodiversity loss, and social and political polarization connect...

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Ten Strands Intern: Damon He

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 16, 2026

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...

Happy youth activists marching against global warming

Ten Strands Intern: Mia Yue

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 16, 2026

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...

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September 3, 2026 Newsletter

Posted By  Ten Strands
  • ON September 4, 2026

This newsletter we’re exploring how education becomes action, celebrating youth leadership, advancing climate literacy policy, and welcoming a new Ten Strands team member.

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