Source: WPSD, 1/9/12.
While many schools lead the way in academics or sports, Illinois is now recognizing schools that also lead the way in sustainability and environmental education. The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has launched the first Illinois Green Ribbon Schools awards program, recognizing schools that promote sustainability and environmental education. Illinois joins 32 other states participating in the pilot federal Green Ribbon Schools award program to commend the most green and healthy schools in the nation. ISBE will accept applications from schools that have integrated best practices in energy, water and waste management, healthy school environments and environmental education. The state may advance four schools to the national competition.Please read more from:
