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Recognition

Have you completed an investigation and are ready to celebrate your student’s hard work?

Once your Green Team has completed a project (or more), it's time to celebrate and get recognized for your hard work. Let’s recognize your students and the great job they have done to help make their school and curriculum greener and more sustainable. There are a few ways to get the recognition you deserve as a Kentucky Green Schools.

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KGS Recnognition

Start by completing the Recognition Application form linked below. There are three levels of recognition reserved for Kentucky Green Schools. Select schools will be invited to a Green School showcase at the Outdoor Learning Symposium hosted annually in early June.

Green Ribbon Schools

Hosted by our partners at KEEC, ​the U.S. Green Ribbon Schools program honors schools that are exemplary in Reducing environmental impact and cost; Improving the health and wellness of students and staff, and; Providing effective environmental and sustainability education

Excellence in EE Awards

Each year, KAEE awards one school the Outstanding PreK-12 School for Excellence in Environmental Education. Nominations are open from February through June. Award winners are recognized at the Annual KAEE Educators Conference in September. 

KGS Recognition

Apply below to be recognized for your Green Team's accomplishments. Take a look at the different levels of recognition to see which one you should apply for. All levels will be recognized on the KGS website. Select teams will be invited to the KAEE Outdoor Learning Symposium for a showcase in early June. We can’t wait to celebrate with you and encourage others to make a difference too!

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KGS Levels of Recognition

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GREEN LEVEL

Complete five projects and your school will receive plates to add to your award plaque, and a KGS flag presented on-site.

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GOLD LEVEL

Complete two to four projects and your school will receive a plaque with gold plates for each completed.

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SILVER LEVEL

Complete one project and your school will receive a silver door plate to be recognized as a KGS.

Green Ribbon Schools

​​The U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools program honors schools that are exemplary in three pillars:

  • Reducing environmental impact and cost

  • Improving the health and wellness of students and staff, and

  • Providing effective environmental and sustainability education, which incorporates STEM, civic skills and green career pathways.

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