Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) FY24

Purpose

This grant provides support to the Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) to increase the number of MAEOE Green Schools, increase the number of environmental educators who will provide MAEOE Green School training, support professional development and activities that incorporate environmental best practices in Maryland schools, and support statewide MAEOE Green School events.

The Maryland Green Schools Program is a sustainable schools solution designed to integrate hands-on, inquiry-based instruction. The program is meant to empower youth to practically apply knowledge at school, home, and in their communities to reduce environmental impact and encourage sustainable practices. In Maryland, all Pre-K to grade 12 public and independent schools are eligible to apply for the Maryland Green Schools award program that provides recognition for schools' efforts to enhance environmental sustainability.



When will the application be open?

This Grant Information Guide was released on July 12, 2023.


Application Submission Date

Friday, August 11, 2023. No later than 5:00 p.m. EST



Customer Service Support Sessions

MSDE will hold three customer service support sessions. During the sessions, MSDE personnel will provide an overview of the requirements and application process. The sessions will be held on:

Customer Service Support Session 1

Wednesday, July 19, 2023
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Video call link

Customer Service Support Session 2

Friday, July 28, 2023
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Video call link

Customer Service Support Session 3

Monday, August 7, 2023
 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Video call link


Questions

If you have questions about the application or the process, please contact the Program Monitor:

Dr. Mary Weller
Coordinator of Science
Maryland State Department of Education