CAEE 2024 Conference eeVoices: The Power of Stories: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2024 Advancing EE Conference!
We are so excited to welcome you to the CAEE Advancing Environmental Education Conference! We invite you to take advantage of the many opportunities to explore research, elevate practices and spark collaborations at the conference!

9:00am MDT

The Case of the Flattened Frog - Critter CSI for young children

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT

Willow Creek Classroom (Hydro Level 2)

Need a wildlife program that engages children ages 4 to 8? Our Critter Scene Investigations include life ending stories that introduce children to Colorado wildlife and their interactions. We'll cover how these programs are designed, supported and presented. Examples shared: The Cracked Eggshell, The Feather Fluff Puff, and The Flattened Frog.

Speakers

Michele Van Hare

Environmental Education and Outreach Volunteer Coordinator, Loveland Open Lands and Trails

I've just moved beyond my second 10 year run with Loveland Open Lands and Trails. First 11 seasons were as a long term seasonal, then back to the classroom for a few years, then off to work a couple of museums, and now living my best job providing outdoor and environmental education... Read More →

Friday September 20, 2024 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
Willow Creek Classroom (Hydro Level 2)

Early Childhood Outdoor and Environmental Learning, New to EE, 1-7 years EE experience, Advanced EE Practitioner

11:15am MDT

Bringing Outdoor Nature Based into ECE and Education

Friday September 20, 2024 11:15am - 12:15pm MDT

Spring Creek Classroom (Hydro Level 2)

We know you know the why of taking kids outdoors. Let us help you with the how. From finding peer-to-peer groups to build community and work with like minded practitioners, to pedagogy, to the everyday operational basics, our goal is to help you make your passion into a workable reality.

Speakers

Jennifer Kollerup

Mycelium Director, Colorado Collective for Nature-Based Early Education

Friday September 20, 2024 11:15am - 12:15pm MDT
Spring Creek Classroom (Hydro Level 2)

Early Childhood Outdoor and Environmental Learning, New to EE, 1-7 years EE experience, Advanced EE Practitioner, Manager/Organizational Leader

3:15pm MDT

Nature as the Heart of the Story

Friday September 20, 2024 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT

Bear Creek Classroom (Hydro Level 2)

We all have a story to tell! Nature inspires and provides the setting for any story. Learn how storytelling, picture books, loose parts, mindfulness, play, and joy support children in sharing their stories as they build community with each other and the world around them.

Speakers

Jodi Simpson

Kindergarten Teacher, Paonia Schools k-12

Spending my days learning with kindergarteners has opened my eyes to power of stories, play, nature, and wonder. Join me to feel the joy that happens when you believe in children and their potential.

Friday September 20, 2024 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
Bear Creek Classroom (Hydro Level 2)

Early Childhood Outdoor and Environmental Learning, New to EE, 1-7 years EE experience