It’s the end of summer, and you know what that means – school is back in session!

In this edition of the Chesapeake Tree Canopy Network newsletter, we highlight partnerships from the region that support k-12 and collegiate institutions to increase tree canopy on their campuses and within their communities.

This newsletter also features existing resources and tools to assist schools and their partners in conservation, including the new Chesapeake Trees and Schools Guide linked below.

New Trees & Schools Guide for Chesapeake Communities

The new guide for Chesapeake communities entitled Trees and Schools: Growing the Connection compiles information and resources for educators and their communities to develop and implement tree canopy initiatives.

WV: Engaging students in Growing Native

The Cacapon Institute’s Potomac Headwaters Leaders of Watersheds is fostering Meaningful Watershed Educational Experiences and growing connections between students and conservation through their program, “Growing Native.”

PA: Connecting Schools with Riparian Forest Buffers

The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay partners with colleges and universities in Pennsylvania to plant trees. These partnership create pathways for students to explore post-graduate careers in restoration.