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Partnership for the Environment and Academics in the Keweenaw


Brian Rajdl, science teacher at Hancock High School, developd the PEAK (Partnering the Environment and Academics on the Keweenaw) class which focuses on place-based education, service learning, writing across the curriculum, and holistic grading. It is a collaborative team teaching effort that promotes active stewardship.  The PEAK class has several partnerships with the community such as LSSI, Isle Royale Institute, Keweenaw Land Trust, Audubon Society, National Forest Service, Keweenaw Community Foundation, KEDA, DNR, Keweenaw Historical Park and MTU Enterprise program. Read more >

Featured Resource

Walking Paths & Protected Areas of the Keweenaw

The Michigan Nature Association guidebook titled Walking Paths & Protected Areas of the Keweenaw describes twenty-two sanctuaries & preserves in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties. Designed to increase awareness of local land conservation efforts in the Keweenaw; and the special habitats, unique features, and interesting plant and animal species.  More info>

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What are your ideas for a sustainable Keweenaw?

The Affinity Wall ideas board is an interactive space at the SKRC for posting your thoughts and ideas about sustainability issues in the Keweenaw.

View postings as PDF >

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Habitat for Humanity Restore in Calumet!

Located on Pine Street in Calumet.
Visit their website for a list of accepted goods.

• Open to the public   • Donations welcome

Hours: Tues-Sat 9:30-5pm

Green Tip

The 2009 federal stimulus package provides greater tax advantages for energy-efficient improvements made to your existing primary residence and gives you a longer time to make those improvements. Eligible improvements must be completed between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010. For more details, visit www.energystar.gov and select the Tax Credits for Energy Efficieny button at the lower left of the page.

Funded and Supported by Finlandia University

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Upcoming Events

HUD Sustainable Communities Regional Planning Grant

Deadline: August 23, 2010

The Sustainable Communities Regional Planning Grant Program will support regional planning efforts that integrate housing, land use, economic and workforce development, transportation, and infrastructure investments in a manner that empowers jurisdictions to consider the interdependent challenges of economic competitiveness and revitalization;  social equity, inclusion, and access to opportunity;  energy use and climate change;  and, public health and environmental impacts.  The program will place a priority on investing in partnerships, including nontraditional partnerships (e.g., arts and culture, philanthropy, etc.) and bringing new voices to the regional planning process. More info >

 
1st Annual Green Schools National Conference

Place: Minneapolis, MN
Date: October 24-26, 2010

The theme of this conference is "Growing Green Schools Across America." This event will provide a unique forum and opportunity for the national K-12 education community to meet, network, learn and share ideas around greening our nation's schools.  More info >

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