Environmental Education

Golden Charter Academy strives to develop students who are environmentally literate, and is committed to providing frequent environmental education experiences. Whether we bring nature into the classroom, take students outside to learn, or find teachable moments on nature walks, environmental education has many benefits for our youth, educators, and local communities.

The following top 10 benefits of environmental education were presented by Project Learning Tree, one of the most widely used preK-12 environmental education programs in the United States and abroad.

1. Imagination and enthusiasm are heightened

2. Learning transcends the classroom

3. Critical and creative thinking skills are enhanced

4. Tolerance and understanding are supported 

5. State and national learning standards are met for multiple subjects

6. Biophobia and nature deficit disorder decline

7. Healthy lifestyles are encouraged

8. Communities are strengthened

9. Responsible action is taken to better the environment

10. Students and teachers are empowered