KAEE Conference
Owensboro Convention Center
Pre-Conference: November 12
Conference: November 13-14
The 49th KAEE Annual Conference will be at the Owensboro Convention Center in Owensboro, Kentucky, November 12-14, 2025. Join us for Kentucky’s premier environmental education event, where passionate educators from across the Commonwealth will come together for an inspiring and unforgettable experience!
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We are so excited to host the 2025 KAEE Conference in beautiful Owensboro, Kentucky! This is your chance to learn from others, spark new ideas, and inspire fellow environmental educators. We'll offer more than 25 interactive, hands-on, and thought-provoking sessions that align with this year's conference strands:
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Expanding Access and Fostering Belonging: influencing attitudes; equal access to nature and EE; healthy environments and healthy communities for all.
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Education in Practice: EE curriculum programs; K-12 education; adult and family education; STEM; green and healthy schools; climate education; new and innovative projects and/or programs; technology-based learning; hybrid/virtual learning; technology in and out of the classroom; etc.
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Community Engagement: community outreach and partnerships; advocacy; EE for schools, governments, and municipalities; networking; politics; policy; technology and apps; etc.
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Thriving Together: sustaining people & organizations; self-care; non-profit and EE provider capacity building; cultivating partnerships for increased capacity; program administration; successful boards; grant writing; fundraising
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Research in Action: environmental science, natural resources, recreation, environmental education, sustainability, agriculture, health, nutrition, etc.
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Owensboro Convention Center
Owensboro, KY
Sponsorship Opportunities
The success of this event depends on our sponsors. Each sponsorship level includes varying levels of benefits. Check out the 2025 Sponsor Opportunities, which includes details about each level so you can decide which sponsorship level is right for your organization. You can also donate items to our silent and live auctions! All funds raised by our auction support conference registration discounts and scholarships for the following year.
We appreciate your consideration and support for the field of environmental education! Please contact Ashley Hoffman at director@kaee.org with questions or for additional information.
2025 Sponsors
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What is the KAEE Conference?
The KAEE Conference is an annual gathering that brings a diverse group of environmental educators and professionals from across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Attendees include teachers from K-12 schools, university professors, non-profit organization leaders, park rangers, and community leaders, all united by a passion for environmental education. This event provides a platform for sharing innovative teaching methods, discussing best practices, and networking with like-minded individuals dedicated to promoting environmental stewardship. Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting your journey in this field, the KAEE Conference offers valuable insights and opportunities for collaboration.
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