Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Schoolyard Habitat
What is a "schoolyard habitat"?
What is the MAEOE Schoolyard Habitat program?
Why should we create a habitat project?
Do we need to create a schoolyard habitat to become a Green School?
No, there are six other Best Management Practices (BMPs) and you only have to fulfill four to be a Green School. However Schoolyard Habitats are both a popular and exciting way to meet one of the best management practices. Click to learn exactly how to become a Green School.
What organizations in Maryland are involved with schoolyard habitat projects?
When are schoolyard habitat trainings and workshops?
Where do I begin? How do I get started on a habitat project?
Where can I find funding for a habitat project?
When are grant deadlines?
When should I start a project?
How do we assess our schoolyard for an appropriate project?
How can I learn about different types of habitat projects?
Where can I find nesting boxes & other habitat elements?
How do we choose and find native plants?
How do we draw up a project design?
How do we tie our project into the Voluntary State Curriculum?
How do we publicize our project and involve the community?
How do I convince my principal, fellow staff and parents that schoolyard habitat projects are beneficial for students?
I want our project to last. How do we learn to use and maintain a habitat project?
Got any helpful hints? How do we learn to avoid and overcome common obstacles?
How do we make our project accessible to the disabled?
Where can I find helpful resources?
Where can I find out about field programs and opportunities?
Where can I find downloadable PowerPoint presentations?
Can someone come out and help me with my project?
Yes, 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.
Who can I contact if I'm not able to find an answer to my question on this web site?
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