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As I write this post, it is drizzling outside. Unfortunately, this is an all too rare occurrence here in Southern California. According to the Federal Forecast, drought conditions are “likely” to return in California in 2018. Therefore, it is critical for us to continue to care for our water and to teach our children about the importance of water conservation.
In order to teach kids how to to care for our water, the NAAEE, WestEd K-12 Alliance, and Cal Water have teamed up to sponsor the Cal Water H2O Challenge. This challenge is made up of two separate competitions.
The Individual Challenge is for students in grade 4-12. It is a media competition where students can submit original art, photography, or videos that show the importance of caring for water.
The Classroom Challenge is a project-based, environmentally-focused competition for classrooms, grades 4-6. Students are to initiate, develop, and implement a 4-8 week long project that focuses on the importance of water care. There is a handbook on the website that includes a project guide and sample lesson plans. Students are to create a final portfolio that documents their project. The Classroom Challenge is aligned with the Common Core State Standards and is complementary to the Next Generation Science Standards. Therefore, participating in the challenge is a valuable learning experience for students on many levels. The final registration deadline is January 31, 2018!
Winners of the Cal Water H2O Classroom Challenge will receive:
Grand Prize
Class Celebration: Classroom tent-camping trip to the Santa Monica Mountains with NatureBridge
Class Funding: $3,500 grant
Extras: Cal Water Prize packs for every student
2nd Place
Class Celebration: A Pizza Party
Class Funding: $2,500 grant
Extras: Cal Water Prize packs for every student
3rd Place
Class Funding: $2,000 grant
Extras: Cal Water Prize Packs for every student
4th Place
Class Funding: $1,000 grant
Extras: Cal Water Prize Packs for every student
All Participant Prizes
Student Recognition: An official certificate of participation for every student.
Teacher Recognition: A teacher certificate
Teacher Gift: An AMEX gift card
See http://challenge.calwater.com/for more details. Teachers: Given the urgent need for our state to care for our water, as well as the valuable lessons that this program provides, please consider entering your classroom in the Cal Water H2O Challenge today!