A major milestone for outdoor learning and environmental literacy in California schools just happened: AB 2158, The Outdoor Learning and Environmental Literacy Act of 2026, passed the California Assembly Floor on May 27, 2026, with a bipartisan vote of 61–0 and no...
This legislative season, Ten Strands is a proud sponsor of the Outdoor Learning and Environmental Literacy Act of 2026 (AB 2158), legislation designed to help California schools expand safe, standards-aligned outdoor learning to support student mental and physical health, engagement,...
This article is part of our Youth Voices series. At Ten Strands, we believe that young people offer valuable perspectives and play a critical role in shaping our society and our world. We recognize their power to drive dialogue and...
At Ten Strands, we introduce our team through statements of purpose that reveal the motivations and ambitions behind their work. Holly’s statement traces her journey from a lifelong curiosity and classroom teaching to systems-level leadership in science and environmental education—guided...
I recently joined the Ten Strands team as the new Director of Professional Learning and Community Building, focusing on Seeds to Solutions: high-quality, free K–12 units on California environmental topics. I followed the development of the resources — and became...
From September through November, the California Youth Climate Policy (CYCP) Leadership Program’s third cohort continued building confidence, community, and capacity as they dove deeper into the school board policy process. After a strong summer orientation and retreat, students have spent...
This article is part of our Youth Voices series. At Ten Strands, we believe that young people offer valuable perspectives and play a critical role in shaping our society and our world. We recognize their power to drive dialogue and...
At Ten Strands, we introduce our team through statements of purpose that reveal the motivations and ambitions behind their work. David’s statement traces his path from storytelling and performance to environmental justice and community engagement—guided by the belief that art,...
This article is part of our Youth Voices series. At Ten Strands, we believe that young people offer valuable perspectives and play a critical role in shaping our society and our world. We recognize their power to drive dialogue and...
Ten Strands continues to introduce its staff through statements of purpose that reveal the motivations and ambitions behind their work. Today, we hear from Devin Ngo, our sustainability data project specialist who shares his passion for empowering schools as catalysts...
