Bringing Green to the Classroom

K-12 teachers and students are welcome and encouraged to visit the center and teach their students concepts such as bee protection, sustainable power, plants, animals and more. All programs are free of charge, and funding to cover transportation is available upon request. Funding is provided through a generous donation from Joe and Kathy Madrigrano.

Bees: Protecting the Pollinators

Visit the Bee Barn at the Center to get a closer look at the creatures that play a huge role in our food system. 

This program was made possible by a donation from Joe and Kathy Madrigrano. 

Customizable based on group size, age and time frame. Program runs for approx. 2 hours.

Nature Discovery Trail

After an indoor scavenger hunt in the Center, hit the great outdoors to learn about the sustainable aspects of solar, birds, insects, litter and pollution and trees. 

Customizable based on group size, age and time frame. Program runs for approx. 2 hours.

Power and Pollution

Learn about sustainable energy systems and discover how to be more sustainable with energy use at home and ways to reduce your environmental footprint. 

Customizable based on group size, age and time frame. Program runs for approx. 2 hours.

Green Citizen: Consuming & Contributing to Sustainably

Discover greenwashing practices, consider the sustainability of your community and explore how to incorporate green practices in many different career paths. 

Ideal for high school students, available year-round. 2.5-3 hours long.

Following Food: Discovering the Energy Use and Environmental Impacts of Our Food

Focus on energy and water inputs in our food system, including an examination of food packaging, the production to consumption process and participating in a recipe activity. 

Ideal for elementary, middle and high school students, available year-round. 2.5 hours long.

Birds and Beasts: How Sustainability Impacts the Creatures Around Us

This active, engaging workshop is perfect for energetic students! Get out in the great outdoors by going on a nature walk focusing on birds, creating a Great Lakes food web and learning the importance of diversity. 

Ideal for elementary and middle school students, available May-October. 2.5 hours long.