
Outdoor Learning Symposium

KAEE's
Outdoor Learning Symposium
Building support for outdoor and environmental education in Kentucky classrooms
What is the Outdoor Learning Symposium?
The Outdoor Learning Symposium (OLS) is a one-day event designed for K-12 classroom teachers and administrators to attend as teams and leave better prepared to integrate environmental and outdoor education in their school setting. The day is filled with concurrent sessions tailored to meet the needs of administrators and teachers, in addition to team planning and networking time.
Sessions are interactive, engaging, and most importantly, get you outside! You'll find topics supported by research, that offer practical integration tips and correlate to academic standards. From getting a broader perspective on the benefits of learning outdoors to the practical application and local resources available to area schools, this event is sure to be inspiring and relevant to teachers and administrators. Participants receive a certificate of completion for 6 hours of professional development. EILA credits will be available for administrators.
All participants are welcome. For questions regarding access and accommodations, contact Perry Thomas, Program Director, at perry@kaee.org before the event.
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Scenes from the 2024 Outdoor Learning Symposium
at Northside Elementary in Midway, KY