Special Partnerships

MN GreenStep Schools partners with many other organizations. Here are some of our current and recent partnerships.

MN GreenStep Programs

MN GreenStep Schools is one of a suite of GreenStep programs in Minnesota. The first was MN GreenStep Cities which was the program that inspired the formation of MN GreenStep Schools. There is also a MN GreenStep Tribal Nations, and a Gold Leaf program that is open to entities of all kinds - including Schools, to specifically recognize new climate actions. MN GreenStep Schools works in partnership with MN Pollution Control Agency that coordinates across Minnesota's GreenStep Programs.

Learn more about Minnesota's GreenStep Programs at http://mngreenstep.org

MN Green Ribbon Schools

"The U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools (ED-GRS) honors schools, districts and higher education institutions that save energy and reduce operating costs, create environmentally friendly learning spaces, promote student health, and incorporate environmental sustainability into the curriculum. Honorees receive a plaque for the school, local recognition, and an invitation to the national ceremony in Washington, D.C. "

"The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), in cooperation with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education (MOHE), nominates candidates based on an application process. The timeline includes the availability of the application in early September, submission deadline in December, and announcement of the award in spring."

Learn more at https://education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/stds/sci/grn/

Pilot: MN GreenStep Schools - Beyond the Green Ribbon Schools Fast Track

The Fast Track is a streamlined process to help schools that have achieved advanced recognition in the Green Ribbon program continue their leadership in sustainable engagement with their community by joining the MN GreenStep School Program. Participants receive one-on-one assistance during their application to the MN GreenStep Schools Program and will ultimately attend the award ceremony at the Annual MN School Boards Association Conference. Your district and school(s) will receive the GreenStep Schools Level 1 & 2 Award!

Learn more at Fast Track: Beyond the Green Ribbon

YES (Youth Eco Solutions)

YES has been a longstanding partner of MN GreenStep Schools and is one of its resource organizations. They were also a partner on a special grant, Youth Mapping Progress, that integrated GIS (Geospatial Information Systems) into exploration tools and teacher and student training programs.

From their website: "YES is a unique youth program that develops youth leaders while inspiring widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies, waste, and energy conservation best practices, local foods, habitat restorations, and water quality and conservation improvement projects. In addition, students are gaining leadership and workforce skills such as problem solving, communication, teamwork, innovation, and project management."

Learn more at https://yesmn.org

Youth Mapping Progress

YES (Youth Eco Solutions) partnered with MN GreenStep Schools in a project called “Youth Mapping Progress” funded by the Southwest Regional Sustainability Partnerships to bring new educational opportunities and tools to YES Coaches and Teams to make a difference in their communities.

Learn more at: Youth Mapping Progress with Youth Eco Solutions (YES)

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