What is a Maryland Green School / Green Center?

What are the benefits of becoming a Maryland Green School?

Who are the Maryland Green Schools?

Who are the Maryland Green Centers?

Where are Maryland Green Schools and Centers located?

How do we apply to become a Maryland Green School?

How do we apply to become a Maryland Green Center?

What is the application deadline?
Applications must be received by April 15, so please allow time for delivery.

Where do I send my application?
Applications should be sent to: Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education , c/o Carol Thompson, 273 Hickory Ridge Drive, Queenstown MD 21658. Applicants will be informed of their status in late April and will be invited to attend a Green Schools Ceremony held in late May / early June.

Where can I find application tips?

How long does Maryland Green School Certification last?
The Maryland Green School designation lasts for 3 years.

How do we recertify?

How can I convince my principal, fellow staff and parents that becoming a Maryland Green School is beneficial for students?

How do I integrate Maryland Green School activities and the Voluntary State Curriculum?

How do I learn about creating Schoolyard Habitats with my students?

How do I get funding for Maryland Green School activities / schoolyard habitat projects?

Where can I find helpful resources?

What if I need someone to visit my school to help me decide on an appropriate habitat project?
There are many professionals eager to help you create a Schoolyard Habitat. One way to start your search for helpers is to visit the map of Green Centers . Before contacting a professional, please visit our How to Create a Habitat Project page which provides step-by-step information on choosing, implementing and utilizing a variety of habitat projects.

Where can I find out about upcoming events and trainings?

Who can I contact if I'm not able to find an answer to my question on this web site?