March 8th

By Mutt Mulligan

Landscapes Across America Contest

OPEI and Discovery Education launched the Landscapes Across America contest, challenging students to illustrate the unique ecosystem attributes of their local region. Classrooms are encouraged to submit a slideshow with digital photos of the unique landscape in their area, and include a written description of what environmental aspects of their region need to be protected. All entries must be submitted by March 31 and judging will take place in April. For more information go to http://turfmutt.discoveryeducation.com/contest.cfm

The grand prize winner will receive a $5,000 grant toward the implementation of an eco-friendly program with his or her class, a $500 reward for the winning teacher, and Discovery Education will plant a tree for every student and teacher in the winning class. Four second-place winners will receive a $500 grant toward implementing an eco-friendly program, as well as trees planted for every student and teacher in the winning classes.

Check it out and send it to an elementary teacher that you know!