Workshop Session II: Thursday, March 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Concentration: Youth, Education and Green Schools

California is leading the nation in greening our schools, and other Western states, like Oregon, are driving green schools initiatives. Across our country, there are cutting edge examples of policies (local, state and national) that green our schools and create jobs. The greening of our schools refers to everything from energy-efficient buildings and solar on schools to toxic-free environments, healthy nutrition programs, school gardening, and environmental sustainability curriculum. Come learn from a group of experts and practitioners about the policy and organizing efforts behind this movement and how you can get involved.

Moderator:
Lisa Hoyos, California Director, BlueGreen Alliance

Presenters:
Charlotte Brody, Director of Chemicals, Public Health and Green Chemistry, BlueGreen Alliance
Kathleen Moore, School Facilities and Transportation Services Division Director, CA Department of Education
Mary Luevano, Policy and Legislative Affairs Director, Global Green USA