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Nov 30, 2022
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Pony Meyer Named Rising Star for Excellence in EE

Pony Meyer has been named the 2022 Rising Star for Excellence in Environmental Education. The award, given by the Kentucky Association for Environmental Education, recognizes individuals, schools, and businesses that exemplify dedication, commitment, and influence in the field of environmental education. Pony is the Program Specialist at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. There, they research, write, and deliver a variety of historical, recreational, and educ

Nov 25, 2022
2 min

New Pioneers for a Sustainable Future Named Outstanding Community Partner for Excellence in EE

New Pioneers for a Sustainable Future (NPFSF) has been named Kentucky’s Outstanding Community Partner for Excellence in Environmental Education. The award, given by the Kentucky Association for Environmental Education, recognizes individuals, schools, and businesses that exemplify dedication, commitment, and influence in the field of environmental education (EE). NPFSF is a community nonprofit organization with a mission to “promote sustainability in rural communities through

Nov 22, 2022
4 min

Peggy Nims Wins Lifetime Achievement Award for Educator Excellence

Peggy Nims has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Environmental Education. The award, given by the Kentucky Association for Environmental Education, recognizes individuals, schools, and businesses that exemplify dedication, commitment, and influence in the field of environmental education. “I grew up climbing trees, planting rows of beans, and chasing chickens,” Peggy says. “So it just seemed natural to me as an educator to bring the outside into th

Nov 16, 2022
3 min

Rachel Patton named M.K. Dickerson Outstanding Educator for 2022

Rachel Patton has been named Kentucky’s M.K. Dickerson Outstanding Educator for Excellence in Environmental Education. The award, given by the Kentucky Association for Environmental Education, recognizes individuals, schools, and businesses that exemplify dedication, commitment, and influence in the field of environmental education. Since 2018, Rachel has been an environmental educator for Bluegrass Greensource with a focus on preschool education, visiting schools and classes

Nov 14, 2022
2 min

Geomancer Permaculture Wins "Outstanding Business for Excellence in EE" Award

Geomancer Permaculture has been named Kentucky’s Outstanding Business for Excellence in Environmental Education. The award, given by the Kentucky Association for Environmental Education, recognizes individuals, schools, and businesses that exemplify dedication, commitment, and influence in the field of environmental education. Geomancer, a landscape company based in Lexington, promotes the theory, design, and implementation of permaculture landscaping and green infrastructure

Nov 9, 2022
1 min

Where does your donation actually GO?

You probably know that when you make a gift to KAEE, you’re helping us achieve our vision of a sustainable world where environmental and social responsibility drive individual and institutional choices. But where exactly does your donation go? Donations to KAEE are used to offer professional development workshops and online learning opportunities for formal and nonformal educators so they can lead lessons that are relevant, engaging, and nationally recognized. Gifts help us c

Nov 6, 2022
2 min

Mary G. Hogsett Primary School Wins State-wide Award for Excellence in EE

Mary G. Hogsett Primary School has been named Kentucky’s Outstanding PreK-12 School for Excellence in Environmental Education. The award, given by the Kentucky Association for Environmental Education, recognizes individuals, schools, and organizations that exemplify dedication, commitment, and influence in the field of environmental education. “We have a whole-child approach to education at Hogsett Primary,” Principal Suzanne Farmer said. “Our students are 3-8 years old, and

Nov 2, 2022
1 min

Announcing the 2022 Excellence in EE Award Winners

We are delighted to announce the winners of this year's Excellence in Environmental Education Awards. Lifetime Achievement Award: Peggy Nims M.K. Dickerson Award: Rachel Patton Rising Star Award: Pony Meyer Outstanding PreK-12 School Award: Mary Hogsett Primary School Outstanding Community Partner Award: New Pioneers for a Sustainable Future Outstanding Business Award: Geomancer Permaculture We invite you to join us to celebrate the winners and listen to their stories at co

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