Nestled between the neighborhoods of Beaver Lake Heights and Lincoln Park in east St. Paul is the vibrant school community of Nokomis Montessori-North Campus, where Katy Paquette has become a leader of innovative teaching and holistic environmental learning.
Read MoreThere is more push in education to teach students in expansive ways, including not only honoring the wealth of knowledge students bring on their own but also with engaging students in critical thinking, problem-solving, and interest-based learning. I believe this sets students up to build positive learning identities which in turn brings more opportunity and joy to learning.
Read MoreI am a Park Ranger and Education Technician for the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (MNRRA). I started my park ranger career as an Education Technician for the Bureau of Land Management in Newport, Oregon where I led students through tidepools
Read MoreThe inaugural Big River Teacher Award recognizes outstanding achievement and innovation by a teacher who has participated in the park’s education programs.
Read MoreI have always had a passion for the natural world and knew that I wanted to share this love and help others find a connection to nature as well.
Read More“I believe the future of this planet is now in the hands of our youth. Helping kids learn about our earth will create the possibility they will grow up to appreciate and care for it. I want to help them find joy in discovering the open spaces I have always treasured.”
Read MoreMeet Mark Lex, a retired teacher and current River Educator with Mississippi Park Connection!
Read MoreLyndon Torstenson’s passion for river education and his dedication to the environment set a gold standard for inspiring future generations within the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area.
Read MoreRanger Brian has been working for the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area for nearly two decades! Learn why he thinks the park is an excellent place for youth education programs.
Read MoreAn effective River Educator is a person that wants to be with children and help them learn about our river and the outdoors. A River Educator should be able to work as part of a team, be flexible, and love to be outdoors.
Read More“Being reunited with nature and biology, and truly understanding my role in the biosphere, answered so many questions that had been plaguing me. It healed me in a way nothing else has, and continues to sustain me.”
Read MoreMore than 3,000 participants have connected with this program so far! Learn why it became so important for educators around the nation as they navigated new challenges of meeting their students' needs in a virtual setting.
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