Podcasts about green schools

What is a Green School? When people hear “Green School,” they often picture solar panels, school gardens, or maybe a greenhouse out back. While those are pieces of the puzzle, the full picture is much more powerful. A Green School integrates sustainability into every aspect of the learning experience: from the design of its physical space to its curriculum, culture, and community impact. It's a school that not only teaches sustainability but lives it, showing students, educators, and families what a healthier, more equitable future can look like—and empowering them to lead the way. In our latest episode of the Better Learning Podcast, we dive into why Green Schools matter now more than ever. With nearly 100,000 public schools across the U.S., the stakes are high. School facilities don't just house students—they influence how well they learn, how healthy they are, and how connected their communities feel. We explore the current challenges in school infrastructure, including the startling reality that many buildings still lack basics like proper ventilation or air conditioning. These gaps disproportionately affect underserved communities and create barriers to learning and well-being. A Green School aims to change that. By reducing environmental impact, improving health and performance, and delivering sustainability education, these schools set the standard for how we treat each other and the planet. They become catalysts for change—transforming not just students, but entire communities.   Takeaways: Green Schools go beyond solar panels and gardens. They integrate sustainability into curriculum, culture, and community. Millions of students attend outdated schools every day — with nearly 100,000 public schools across the U.S. and over 7.5 billion square feet in need of modernization, the learning environment is failing to keep pace with student needs. School leaders play a critical role in long-term sustainability. Partnering with experts who prioritize healthy, future-ready design ensures that new school buildings serve students and communities for decades to come, not just on day one. Schools can take advantage of available tax credits and funding by prioritizing sustainable building practices.     About The Guest Panelists:   Jana Silsby, DLR Group LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jana-silsby-450b7a13/   Phoebe Beierle, U.S. Green Building Council: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebebeierle/   Sara Ross, UnDauntedK12: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarajross/       Connect with episode host, Carla Cummins: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-cummins-01449659/       The Energy, Carbon, and Sustainability in K-12 Education Symposium When: June 24th-25th Where: Washington DC Register & Learn More Here!         Episode 230 of the Better Learning Podcast Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.     For more information on our partners: Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/ EDmarket - https://www.edmarket.org/ Catapult @ Penn GSE - https://catapult.gse.upenn.edu/ Want to be a Guest Speaker? Request on our website

How might leadership open more emergent spaces in schools?This is the first in a series of episodes throughout the year where we invite educators and practitioners to explore how they might share their time, talents, and gifts to uplift others. As we delve into their stories, we ask our guests what contributions they envision making in the spirit of generosity and regeneration. This isn't about the spotlight—it's about the offering.In this episode, I speak with Leslie Medema, Head of Campus at Green School Bali. Leslie has held various roles at Green School, including head, curriculum developer, career counsellor, and, above all, educator. Her background spans work in NGOs and policymaking across industries. While she may be in the jungle, Leslie never forgets her roots in South Dakota. She brings a wealth of experience in starting innovative schools, aligning vision with lived experiences, and guiding organizations from unproductive chaos to emergent possibilities. We discuss:

In deze aflevering van Alles op Tafel gaan we in gesprek met Taka 's Gravenmade en Hans Groen. Hans is al wat ouder en surft al een tijdje mee, maar Taka is pas 17. Wonend op Bali waar hij naar de Green School gaat, iedere dag op zijn surfboard in het water ligt en heeft als bijzonder doel om over de hoogste golven ter wereld te gaan glijden in Nazaré, Portugal. We duiken in de geschiedenis van het surfen, het ontstaan, aan de hand van mooie verhalen van Hans. En we horen het volwassen verhaal van Taka die exact weet wat hij wil in deze sport. De goede doelen die hij steunt en de kinderen die hij helpt. Deze podcast is echt een must voor mensen die van surfen houden als wel voor jonge mensen die op zoek zijn naar inspirerende verhalen om je leven vorm te geven. Geniet weer van dit gesprek zonder maskers en waarbij alles op tafel komt. https://www.instagram.com/takasgravemade/ https://www.instagram.com/mempercayai_official_doc/ https://gofund.me/cb4f502d https://ramonroelofs.nl/⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://charlylownoise.com/⁠

It's been revealed a Ukrainian man who was found dead in a Maidstone park had crashed his e-scooter and fallen into some water. Absolutely, an inquest has been told Anatolii Cherevko had spent a night at a friend's house before the 24-year-old's body was discovered in an area of Mote Park.Also in today's podcast, our reporter Joe Crossley's been hearing about what's being doing to address an apparent increase in anti-social behaviour in part of Swale.It comes just days after two staff members at McDonalds were attacked at Sittingbourne Retail Park - and a group of around ten people disrupted the Christmas light switch on event.A weather warning's been issued for strong wind and heavy rain in Kent.The yellow alert comes into force at 3pm tomorrow and lasts all the way through until Sunday morning.Figures seen by KentOnline show there are less than 25 childcare places available in Kent for every 100 eligible children.Ofsted has raised concerns about a lack of availability at nurseries and childminders in certain areas. We've been speaking to their Assistant Regional Director for the South East.Dozens of schools across Kent and Medway have been recognised for the work they're doing to protect the environment.Recycling, green transport projects and community litter picks have been highlighted at the annual Green School awards. Hear from pupils and a teacher from Wellesley Haddon Dene primary in Broadstairs who won the overall trailblazer award.Football, and Gillingham have suffered their seventh defeat in nine games.They lost 2-1 at Bromley in league two last night. Hear from manager Mark Bonner and goalscorer Robbie McKenzie.

On this episode of School Business Insider, we're joined by two leaders at the forefront of sustainable school facilities: Anisa Heming, Director of the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, and Craig Schiller, Executive Director of the Collaborative for High Performance Schools. Together, they share the latest on the state of school infrastructure, the challenges schools face in securing funding, and the critical role of sustainability in shaping the future of K-12 facilities.Our guests dive deep into key topics, from national facility funding shortfalls to the recent White House Summit on Sustainable and Healthy K-12 Schools, and offer insight on numerous federal grant opportunities, including the EPA's Community Change Grant and Clean School Bus Rebates. Whether you're a school business official or simply passionate about bettering our schools, this episode is packed with valuable information for navigating the world of school infrastructure funding and environmental initiatives.Contact School Business Insider: Check us out on social media: LinkedIn Twitter (X) Website: https://asbointl.org/SBI Email: podcast@asbointl.org Make sure to like, subscribe and share for more great insider episodes!Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Association of School Business Officials International. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "ASBO International" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The presence of any advertising does not endorse, or imply endorsement of, any products or services by ASBO International.ASBO International is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, nonpartisan organization and does not participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for elective public office. The sharing of news or information concerning public policy issues or political campaigns and candidates are not, and should not be construed as, endorsements by ASBO Internatio...

How might Biomimicry help us understand the context of a problem in order for us to respond locally, not with one-size-fits-all solutions?In this episode, I speak with Bronwen Main and Frank Burridge. Bronwen is a landscape architect and co-founder of Main Studio, where she focuses on sustainable, nature-inspired designs that transform urban spaces. Her work emphasizes ecological restoration, community well-being, and biodiversity, creating environments that encourage people's communion with nature. Bronwen also contributes as a lecturer and mentor, sharing her expertise with emerging architects. Through her innovative projects and community engagement, she promotes environmentally responsible design practices that blend aesthetics with ecological integrity and sustainable urban living.Frank is an architect and co-founder of Main Studio, a creative practice that blends architecture, art, and landscape design with ecological and community-focused principles. As a Teaching Associate at Monash University and a registered architect with the Architects Registration Board of Victoria, Frank is known for his innovative, sustainable projects. His work includes high-profile projects like Zac Efron's planned “Futurecave” in New South Wales, embodying his commitment to creating functional, environmentally harmonious spaces. Bronwen and Frank are the architects (along with Ibuku) who are designing Green School' Biomimicry for Regenerative Design Lab, a first of its kind space in a K-12 school, where learners of all ages come together to explore and apply biomimicry principles for regenerative design We discuss:

Boston Public Schools (BPS) has a robust, comprehensive sustainability program that encompasses all aspects of a green, healthy school environment. Our guest today is Katherine Walsh, Sustainability, Energy, and Environment Program Director for BPS. She will discuss BPS's approach to school sustainability and how other school districts can replicate their methodology.

It's hoped new safety measures in the vicinity of an Ennis primary school will give parents the confidence to allow their children to walk or cycle. As part of the Safe Routes to School Programme, which has been developed by the National Transport Authority and Green Schools, works worth €175,000 will be carried out on the Kilrush Road near Ennis National School. The project includes new ramped controlled and uncontrolled crossings as well as drainage kerbs, bollards and signage. Principal of Ennis Natinal School Ray McInerney says once it's clear that walking or cycling along the route is safe for a child, parents will feel more comfortable letting them do so.

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Ready to leave the hustle behind and embrace a life of adventure, travel, and sustainable living? This week, we're diving into the inspiring story of Sandra Radice, author of Our Green Change, who took a bold leap from her busy life in Sydney to the eco-friendly haven of Bali. In this episode, Sandra shares the motivations behind uprooting her family to join Bali's renowned Green School community. You'll hear all about the highs and lows of adapting to a new culture and embracing a simpler, more sustainable lifestyle—while parenting through it all. Discover how Sandra's family faced the challenges of Bali's jungles (yes, including the creepy crawlies!) and how they found connection, personal growth, and a deeper environmental awareness in the process. Tune in for a story that will inspire you to step outside your comfort zone and live life more intentionally.TOPICS DISCUSSED:The pros and cons of integrative learning & alternative educationFinding community abroadGetting off the beaten track in BaliLIfe in the jungle at a bamboo schoolRESOURCES:Connect with Sandra: Website & Instagram or pick up a copy of her book, Our Green ChangeLearn about Green School in Bali⚡ ROUND BOOKS - Check out these incredible travel memoirs!One Italian Summer by Pip WilliamsAlmost French by Sarah TurnbullEat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth GilbertEPISODE DETAILS:6:44 - You never know what might spark great change.7:21 - Sometimes you just have to take the leap of Faith30:51 - When faced with a difficult decision ask yourself, is it really impossible?29:54 - Change isn't always easy. Sometimes it takes time to find your footing.Join the WAITLIST for our upcoming group trip! Sign up & be the first to know when the doors open. Support the showLet's CONNECT! FREE GUIDE: Travel Longer for Less

Episode Notes You should also listen to Kelly's interview with Benjamin Freud, head of Green School's Upper School You can see the 2023 Greenstone presentations here Green School website

Episode Notes Cofounder John Hardy's Ted Talk about the Green School Green School website Coconut Thinking

How do you design learning in your classroom/school?  Imagine inviting student input on everything from the way the timetable is organized, to the design of learning experiences, even to how they are assessed and evaluated.  That's the kind of voice and choice The Green School Bali provides its learners. And their learners are empowered as a result.  In this illuminating podcast episode, Head of the Upper School/Learning Dialogist/Writer/Podcaster Dr. Benjamin Freud and I unpack: Practical methods for inviting student voice/choice into the design of learning How to include more community voices, including parents, local community stakeholders and the bio-collective  How to organize curriculum around students' interests, sustainability, and other topics and projects they hope to explore    The kind of mindset required to welcome continual feedback, iteration, and collective co-design and ways to adopt it    Connect with Dr. Benjamin Freud: LinkedIN, Twitter/X Learn more about Coconut Thinking (Ben's Podcast): https://coconut-thinking.com/benjamin-freud/  Learn more about the Green School, Bali: https://www.greenschool.org/ Take the Free 12 Shifts for Student-Centered Environments Scorecard: www.transformschool.com/12shiftsscorecard  Pre-Order the 12 Shifts Book (coming in August): www.transformschool.com/whereistheteacher  Dr. Benjamin Freud's Bio: Dr. Benjamin Freud is an educator, learning dialogist, writer, and podcaster. He is the co-founder of Coconut Thinking, an advisory that helps and supports educators nurture learning ecosystems grounded in relationships that contribute to the thriving of the bio-collective—any living thing that has an interest in the healthfulness of the planet. He designs learning experiences that de-center the human, moving us toward a more ecological civilization. He is also the Head of Upper School at The Green School Bali.  Before Green School, Benjamin was the Whole School Director of Learning at Prem Tinsulanonda International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand. He focused on the “lived” curriculum. He considered ways to develop a culture of active learning, where disciplinary boundaries start to disappear, and learners engage in meaningful projects that have an impact on themselves, others, and the world…all of this preferably taking place outside. He was responsible for teacher professional development, introducing innovative pedagogical practices, and taught classes from G4 to G12. Before Prem, Benjamin was at Misk Schools, the most prestigious and high profile school in Saudi Arabia. Along with being responsible for all day-to-day operations and leadership in the Boys' School, Benjamin developed a unique curriculum to nurture and develop creativity, competencies, and entrepreneurial spirit in learners. He was responsible for designing authentic and Problem-Based Learning experiences across the school and for developing and implementing Personal Learning Pathways for each learner, to understand their academic and personal needs so that they can best thrive.  

The visionary John Hardy has led a legendary career in jewelry, hospitality, design and education. In today's episode, he takes Melissa through the thrilling journey of his life – from the beginning of his iconic jewelry line to the Green School (which gained global recognition from his TED talk) to the innovative boutique hotel, Bambu Indah. He shares his thoughts on why Bali is unlike anywhere else in the world, and why he believes bamboo is the hope for the future. Plus- on this week's Indagare Insight Melissa shares her insider tips for jewelry shopping abroad.Follow John HardyJohn Hardy Jewelry: johnhardy.comCarina Hardy Jewelry: carinahardy.comGreen School: greenschool.orgBambu Indah: bambuindah.comBamboo U: bamboou.comBamboo Pure: bamboopurebali.comIbuku: ibuku.comFollow IndagareWebsite: indagare.comInstagram: instagram.com/indagaretravelYoutube: youtube.com/@indagaretravelFollow Melissa on Instagram: instagram.com/indagarefounder

Boston Public Schools (BPS) has a robust, comprehensive sustainability program that encompasses all aspects of a green, healthy school environment. Our guest today is Katherine Walsh, Sustainability, Energy, and Environment Program Director for BPS. She will discuss BPS's approach to school sustainability and how other school districts can replicate their methodology.

Welcome to Episode 17 of Season 7 everyone! Everything Under The Sun has been nominated for Best British Podcast in the kids category, has moved to Bali, Indonesia, and the paperback book of Everything Under The Sun is OUT NOW!!   This week we have a very special episode featuring questions I've been collecting here in Bali! It's been fantastic hearing so many curious thoughts and clever ideas, so thank you to everyone who's shared them with me.   First off, we've got a brilliant question from Grade 1 at Green School: can animals laugh? We learn all about our furry friends who like to chuckle.   Next we've got a great question from Bei, who's in Grade 4 at Green School here in Bali: why do sperm whales sleep vertically? Dr Felix Marx from Te Papa Museum of Natural History in Wellington, New Zealand answers this one, as he's a whale expert!   And lastly, a question from Ava, who I met at my local children's bookshop in Bali, called Si Kecil: why do people say cats have nine lives? We find out all about the amazing resilience of daredevil cats.   Happy listening everyone!   And do buy the brand new PAPERBACK edition of Everything Under The Sun - a year of curious questions - out now!   Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Everything-Under-Sun-curious-question/dp/0241433460   Target Australia: https://www.target.com.au/p/everything-under-the-sun-molly-oldfield/65704592   And order it in any beautiful bookshop! Thank you! Hope you love it.   Instagram: @mollyoldfieldwrites Pod Instagram: @everythingunderthesunpod   Do check out our website www.mollyoldfield.com for more info about how to send in questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine a school where you take your shoes off every time you enter the classroom. You shared the space with local bugs, insects, bees, and biodiversity surrounding you. You rode a bus to school powered by used vegetable oil. The curriculum was built around the natural world surrounding you. You got to take up action projects to save the planet, whether protecting local reefs, or buidling roads out of hardened volcanic ash.  These are daily experiences for students at the Green School Bali. And Science, Math and Regeneration Middle School Learning Experience Designer (Teacher) Kenny Peavy is one of its chief architects.  His simple mantra: "Turn boxes into bubbles."  Through our podcast conversation, learn how to: Re-design curriculum around big sustainability themes Scaffold learning to allow for deep exploration Support students in taking up action projects Be a climate warrior by taking up your OWN sustainable projects Build strategic partnerships with the communit to help them fly Transition from classroom teacher to indoor/outdoor learning facilitator  Connect with Kenny: Instagram, LinkedIn,  Join Kenny's Facebook Group for conversations and free resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boxpeopleunboxed  Pre-order the 12 Shifts for student-centered environments book: www.transformschool.com/whereistheteacher  Take the 12 shifts scorecard: www.transformschool.com/12shiftsscorecard  Get the free PBL starter kit: www.transformschool.com/pblstarterkit  Kenny's Bio: Kenny is originally from Georgia, USA. He's been living and teaching overseas for 23+ years in Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia. He's led thousands of students on Education Outside the Classroom Expeditions for cultural immersion, ecology, adventure and service learning throughout Southeast Asia. Kenny is currently an educator in the Middle School at Green School Bali. In his current role, he teaches Science, Math, and Regeneration in an experiential outdoor setting. He's ridden a bamboo bicycle from Thailand to Bali to raise awareness for sustainability in Southeast Asia and circumnavigated Phuket Island in Thailand in a kayak to spotlight marine conservation issues in the region. He is author of The Box People- Out of the BOX! An illustrated children's book focused on sustainable communities with the message to get out of your box and play outside to make deep connections with Nature! As a result of his dedication to the environment, environmental education and conservation he's been awarded Volunteer of the Year by both the Georgia Adopt-A-Stream Organization in the USA and the Malaysian Nature Society in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

As the President and CEO of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), Rachel is leading a movement to advance human health through healthier buildings, more vibrant communities and stronger, more equitable organizations. Her motto is “Always be winning for good,” and she's put that to work at IWBI, developing research-backed tools to help organizations create places where people can thrive. Today, these people-first places extend across 5 billion square feet of space in 130 countries and growing. Prior to joining IWBI, Rachel spent nearly a decade at the intersection of sustainability and human health, helping the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) make LEED the world's most widely used green building rating system. At USGBC, she founded the Center for Green Schools, which mobilized $275B+ investments in LEED-certified educational facilities and deployed over 750,000 volunteers to transform schools on every continent. Rachel serves on numerous boards and advisories for organizations including Second Nature and the Real Estate Pride Council. A graduate of Tufts University, she is a sought-after media voice, inspirational speaker and frequent guest lecturer and instructor at the Harvard School of Public Health's Center for Health and the Global Environment, Harvard University Kennedy School of Government, the University of Connecticut School of Business and Tufts.    Works With WELL Standard   https://healthybuilding.net        

On our weekly series 'Ours To Protect', we take a closer look at biodiversity and sustainability in Co Clare.    This week, Pat Flynn meets Sarah Hegarty, the Green Schools Travel Officer with An Taisce in Clare.

Boston Public Schools (BPS) has a robust, comprehensive sustainability program that encompasses all aspects of a green, healthy school environment. Our guest today is Katherine Walsh, Sustainability, Energy, and Environment Program Director for BPS. She will discuss BPS's approach to school sustainability and how other school districts can replicate their methodology.

Boston Public Schools (BPS) has a robust, comprehensive sustainability program that encompasses all aspects of a green, healthy school environment. Our guest today is Katherine Walsh, Sustainability, Energy, and Environment Program Director for BPS. She will discuss BPS's approach to school sustainability and how other school districts can replicate their methodology.

Boston Public Schools (BPS) has a robust, comprehensive sustainability program that encompasses all aspects of a green, healthy school environment. Our guest today is Katherine Walsh, Sustainability, Energy, and Environment Program Director for BPS. She will discuss BPS's approach to school sustainability and how other school districts can replicate their methodology.

    Hafsa Burt, LEED Fellow, previously worked at Frank Gehry & Associates and SOM before starting hb+a Architects. With an undergraduate, Masters Degree in Architecture & a minor in Electronic Design from SCAD she brings to her work an avant garde streak & a strong commitment to the triple bottom line.   An environmentalist, she adopted and actively advocates for the 2030 challenge and is a huge proponent of high performance buildings. Her focus includes “Eliminating Toxins”, with Indoor Air Quality as a specialty. She has actively spoken on the topic of Indoor air quality as it relates to the practice of Architecture since 2009 all over the west coast and is an industry expert on “Healthy Building Practices”. She has served on the Council of Experts at USGBC's California Chapter on Indoor Air Quality and has served as a liaison for the Green Schools' Committee for USGBC State, primarily focusing on legislative decisions affecting Environmental Sustainability in the past. At the moment she is involved in Federal Advocacy at USGBC.   She is also actively involved with the American Institute of Architects and is a member of the AIA California Climate Action Committee which looks at legislative decisions as they relate to the building environment, and has been involved in advocating for decarbonizing the built environment and is working with a group on policies that address Embodied Carbon and Life Cycle Analysis of projects.   In 2019 founded a development arm for the firm called Box Lab which is focused on the development of zero energy/zero carbon buildings.   She is involved in all projects, with a commitment to the practice of architecture as a collaborative and innovative enterprise and brings with her years of experience in Commercial, Institutional, Industrial and mixed-use realms in project size ranging from 2000 square feet to over 2 million square feet and project types ranging from tenant improvements to San Francisco airport.   She has been awarded the title of ENR's 20 under 40 construction professionals in California and American Institute of Architects' coveted Young Architects' Honor Award and Fast Company's Innovation in Design for Box Factory.   Show Highlights   Educating clients on electrification and lifecycle analysis before it becomes a policy decision. Make your projects efficient as possible with minimizing materials and functions. Box Lab develops projects and prototypes with the highest sustainability goals, a minimum footprint and zero energy. What we need to know about the built environment post pandemic for healthy buildings. The new umbrella of ESG for healthy buildings and air quality.  Hafsa's firm creates a universal design  from the angle of sustainability and social justice. Early phase lifecycle analysis comparison, cost and what can be done. Trends happening at the policy level decarbonization to reduce operational emissions. California has started a good precedent to codify embodied carbon and  help craft policies toward embodied carbon. “Challenge your thinking and also be as purpose-driven and as early as possible. You just cannot live in a vacuum. It's a global community and we have to be aware of what's happening and we need to make sure that every choice that we make, everything that we do is purpose-driven and you have a very strong reason why you're doing anything.” -Hafsa Burt     Show Resource and Information Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on .  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the !   Copyright © 2024 GBES

In this episode of Neuroeducation with Angie Dee, we explore the global climate of education and discover what Finland is doing differently to create successful learning environments. Angie discusses how Finland prioritizes student happiness and starts formal schooling at the age of seven. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating children's interests and choices into their learning experiences. Angie also highlights schools in Australia and Bali that focus on developing skills such as resilience, creativity, and environmental stewardship. By putting happiness at the forefront of education, we can transform the learning process and create a positive impact on future generations. Transform your parenting with 'Montessori Made Easy' a course to help guide your child to thrive in a digital world with creativity, independence, and resilience. Click to explore a toolkit that will help you navigate the messy parts of parenting and rediscover the best parts of parenting: https://teachplayconnect.comFollow The Neuroeducation Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/neuroeducationpodcast/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@neuroeducationpodcast?_t=8iBmpacOWAr&_r=1https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHtouj8CkOyCDrVIO98BHLw https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553970581049 Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro0:30 - Finland's Unique Approach to Education1:45 - Comparison with Australian Education System2:30 - The Importance of Happiness in Finnish Education3:15 - Starting Formal Schooling at Age Seven in Finland4:00 - The Role of Subconscious Brain Development in Early Education5:00 - Neuroscience Behind Happy and Engaged Students5:45 - Teacher Priorities in Finland vs. Australia6:30 - Emphasizing Happiness and Outdoor Learning in Finland7:15 - Personal Reflections on Educational Experiences8:00 - Children's Interests and Choices in Finnish Education8:45 - Innovative Teaching Techniques at All Saints and the Green School in Bali9:30 - Preparing Students for Real-World Success10:15 - Fostering Resilience, Creativity, and Social Responsibility11:00 - The Importance of Enjoyable Learning Experiences11:45 - Educational Outcomes and Adult Happiness in Finland

Neil Thomas is the founder and director of Atelier One, one of the most creative engineering practices in the UK. The firm has worked on building projects such as Singapore Arts Centre, Federation Square in Australia, and Baltic in Gateshead, as well as with a hugely impressive roster of artists, including Anish Kapoor, Marc Quinn and Rachel Whiteread. It has also created stages for stadium rock shows from Pink Floyd, The Rolling Stones, U2, and Take That, often in collaboration with architect, the late Mark Fisher.The practice was the engineer behind the opening ceremony of London's 2012 Olympic Games and the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. While Neil also teaches at Yale and MIT.Over recent years, he has developed a fascination with bamboo and was part of the team that created the award-winning Arc building, a community wellness space and gymnasium for the Green School campus in Bali.In this episode we chat about: the role of a structural engineer; his ability to talk a number of design languages; the genesis of his obsession with bamboo and its extraordinary properties; overcoming bamboo's image problem; giving up a teaching post at Yale to build with the material; wanting to be an engineer from childhood; the importance of David Bowie to his life; and, er, having a pony tail in his youth.Support the show

Imagine spending 30 years working as an architect.Then deciding to uproot your entire life from the UK to move to Bali to work in a new field of architecture - bamboo!Because that's exactly what Ewe Jin Low.When he made the big move to Bali, he worked as Lead architect at IBUKU covering buildings like the Green School and in 2018, began his own bamboo journey by founding his own bamboo architecture firm TENTEN and Better Bamboo Buildings in 2020 - a platform that shares information and insights on bamboo design.Ewe Jin's bamboo journey to date has included designing and  building more than 80 bamboo buildings in many different regions.  In 2022 he published a bamboo architecture book titled ‘Bamboo Ark 1'. He continues the journey to give talks, run courses and  workshops and to create more buildings and installations in bamboo. So if you're like to learn more about this relatively new form of architecture, this is the episode for you!Highlights:2:23 Bamboo groves4:24 Architectural practice7:15 The only Asian guy in the room8:41 Battles fought10:32 Prejudice against colour of skin12:01 Moving to Bali15:02 How bamboo has transformed his life & attitude16:31 Letting go of everything18:45 Assimilating into the real Bali culture22:20 Learning about bamboo as a material33:48 Common questions36:30 Maintenance43:36 Bamboo pioneers46:09 Green School Bali52:05 The SWAT Team of Bamboo Workers56:50 Is it actually green architecture?1:00:49 Is bamboo cheaper?1:05:00 Construction bamboo forests?

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Welcome to the latest episode of 101 ways to save the planet. Today, we have a special episode as our co-hosts are joined by their partners, Madeleine's husband Brian and Bonnie's partner Marc, to help Madeleine prepare for a presentation to her stepdaughter, Clara's school about how to be a mini eco-warrior. If you have little ones in your life, and are unsure about how to encourage them to be environmentally conscious without overwhelming or scaring them, this episode is for you. We'll learn more about the importance of composting, the power of imagery, and how starting small - in your own backyard - is the best place to start. A few key takeaways you'll get from this episode:Discover different ideas to encourage little ones to be eco-warriors - from composting to recycling to using less plastic. How to educate children about environmental issues without overwhelming them. Other resources for parents or teachers to learn how to support environmental education for the next generation Quote:"Visuals are something that stick in your mind more than maybe statistics and facts and figures."Learn more:Connect with us on Instagram @101wayspodVisit our website: www.savetheplanetpodcast.comEco-education resource via Green School: https://greeneducators.greenschool.org/ 

The Center for Green Schools, in partnership with the Campaign for Environmental Literacy, released a new report highlighting the need for state-level legislation that enhances and broadens climate change education in all K-12 schools. The report, State-Level Legislation Concerning K-12 Climate Change Education, along with an accompanying executive summary, provides detailed talking points with citations for making the case, essential elements of climate change education legislation, a model state bill framework, and profiles examples of legislation that supports climate change education. Tune in as we speak with the authors of the report, Anisa Heming and Dr. James Elder.

The Center for Green Schools, in partnership with the Campaign for Environmental Literacy, released a new report highlighting the need for state-level legislation that enhances and broadens climate change education in all K-12 schools. The report, State-Level Legislation Concerning K-12 Climate Change Education, along with an accompanying executive summary, provides detailed talking points with citations for making the case, essential elements of climate change education legislation, a model state bill framework, and profiles examples of legislation that supports climate change education. Tune in as we speak with the authors of the report, Anisa Heming and Dr. James Elder.

BE Better: Better Reading's Self-Development & Wellness podcast – Sandra Radice talks to Jane Tara about moving her family to Bali to join the Green School community. Her memoir, Our Green Change: A Journey to Green School, Bali & Beyond is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of She Renovates, Bernadette Janson interviews Tyrone Hyde, an expert in property depreciation. They discuss the changes in tax laws regarding depreciation and how it affects property investors. Tyrone explains the limitations on claiming depreciation for secondhand items and the advantages for those who buy brand new properties. They also touch on exceptions to the rule and the importance of inspections for maximising depreciation claims. Whether you're a renovator or a property investor, this episode provides valuable insights into the world of property depreciation and how recent tax law changes have affected the industry. Tune in to learn more about depreciation basics, exemptions, and the importance of understanding these concepts for your property ventures. “If you buy a property brand new and you sell it to me one day later, you could claim the depreciation, but the moment I buy it one day old, I can't claim the depreciation of the plant equipment items anymore, which is ridiculous because the tax law says that those items are going to last for 10 years.This, has not happened in any other industry. You can claim a two year old computer for your business. You can claim a five year old car if you're a tradie but for property investors, we got the short straw. And the most bizarre thing is with commercial property, the laws never changed.” - Tyrone Hyde EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 - Introduction 00:50 - Background of the guest, Tyrone Hyde 02:50 The ins and outs of depreciation 04:30 Different rules for commercial property and residential property 08:00 Depreciation of new plant equipment installed by renovators 13:00 Importance of keeping receipts and documentation 14:00 Discussion on substantial renovation and guidelines 18:00 Differentiating between repair and capital improvements in renovation projects 19:50 Conversation on living in Bali and the Green School experience 21:40 Launch date for "10 with Ty" podcast (1st of July) Resources Washington Brown Website www.washingtonbrown.com.au The School Of Renovating https://www.theschoolofrenovating.com She Renovates Podcast https://www.theschoolofrenovating.com/podcasts-page/ Connect with The School of Renovating ASK BERNADETTE https://www.theschoolofrenovating.com/podcasts-page Subscribe to She Renovates Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3faoWlT Subscribe to Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSchoolOfRenovating Follow on Twitter https://twitter.com/renovatingsc Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_school_of_renovating

Missouri Green Schools enriches learning and lives! Work through three pillars of a Green School - Environmental Impact, Health and Wellness and Sustainability Education - is drawing on the strengths of two terrific partners and their organizations:       Hope Gribble, Green Schools Manager for Missouri Gateway Green Building Council; and Lesli Moylan, Executive Director of Missouri Environmental Education Association. These two leaders and friends have grown a statewide program from St. Louis roots in the Green Schools Quest - with national recognition through U.S. Dept. of Education's Green Ribbon Schools.       This May, teams of students, teachers and professional volunteer mentors are presenting accomplishments in school gardening, gardening, energy efficiency - and more. Their story is a learning experience listeners will love. www.MissouriGreenSchools.org Thanks to Andy Heaslet, Earthworms' audio engineer, and to Jon Valley, KDHX production wiz.  

The Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) released its highly-anticipated K-12 school-focused CHPS 2019 Core Criteria 3.0. The third edition builds upon the CHPS 2014 Core Criteria. It incorporates recent developments in construction and building materials technology and adds additional credits addressing lowering school buildings' carbon footprint through the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and promoting resiliency to climate change. The national CHPS Core Criteria, and its state and regional versions, are the first green building rating programs developed especially for school learning environments. Since CHPS' founding in 1999, these guidelines continue to be the only school-specific rating system that prioritizes student performance in its monitoring and benchmarking tools. Our guests today are Elisabeth Krautscheid, CHPS Managing Director, and Lisa Dunnebacke, CHPS Communications & Membership Director.

The Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) released its highly-anticipated K-12 school-focused CHPS 2019 Core Criteria 3.0. The third edition builds upon the CHPS 2014 Core Criteria. It incorporates recent developments in construction and building materials technology and adds additional credits addressing lowering school buildings' carbon footprint through the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and promoting resiliency to climate change. The national CHPS Core Criteria, and its state and regional versions, are the first green building rating programs developed especially for school learning environments. Since CHPS' founding in 1999, these guidelines continue to be the only school-specific rating system that prioritizes student performance in its monitoring and benchmarking tools. Our guests today are Elisabeth Krautscheid, CHPS Managing Director, and Lisa Dunnebacke, CHPS Communications & Membership Director.

Timestamps1:44    News/Announcements 4:11    Discussion Question 12:36    Succinct Summaries 14:58    Splash Star 6 23:19    All Stars New Stage 3: Forever Friends 37:31    Soaring Sky 6 46:18    Calls to Adventure 56:03    Looking Ahead/Crack Theories Discussion QuestionFor this week we want to know: Since it's an anniversary season, what sort of reference or cameo do you most want to see in Soaring Sky PreCure? And if you could only have one character or team cameo, who would you pick? Splash Star 6 Mai thinks Saki's parents are neat, and Saki (and little sister Minori) thinks Mai's parents are neat. And in the end all three of them were right. And Goya floats around like he's a helium balloon. All Stars New Stage 3: Forever Friends An overprotective fairy mother decides to kidnap human children in order to help her child and for this reason the PreCure are called upon to go into the dream realm and save the children. We also get closure for Cure Echo, Gureru and Enen's sotry arcs (from the previous All Stars New Stage movies). We also get to see Nozomi as a teacher, Mana as prime minister, and several other characters as adults. Soaring Sky 6In what may be the most "These girls are married" episode yet, Mashiro goes to work/school, and Sora remains at the house to take care of the baby and do the chores. But Sora realizes- with some help from Ageha and make up that gives her some tropica-shiny courage- that she wants to always be with Mashiro and Sora agrees! An then Kabaton eats an entire ice cream sundae and Sora is enrolled in school. The enrollment is unrelated to the sundae, apologies for any confusion

Earlier this month, the Green Schools conference convened in New Orleans, bringing together students, parents, and educators to advocate for more sustainability in school buildings. Topics spanned from green buildings, resilience, zero waste, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Anisa Heming, director for the Center for Green Schools, joins us for more on the future for sustainable schools in New Orleans.  March 8 marked the beginning of the 2023 World Baseball Classic, where athletes representing 20 countries face off in a tournament of America's pastime. Many players opt not to play for the country in which they were raised, but rather, for a country with which they have historical ties.  This has led many Jewish American ballplayers to put on a yarmulke and play for Team Israel. And in 2017, this team of underdogs placed sixth, upsetting many of the top seeds. Jeremy Bleich, was a pitcher on that team. He's also a native of Metairie, Louisiana who played professionally for the Oakland As and now works as a coordinator of Major League pitching operations for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He joins us for more on his experience with Team Israel and what he hopes to see at this year's tournament.  But first, it's Friday and that means it's time to catch up on this week in politics with Stephanie Grace, columnist and editorial director for the The Times-Picayune | The Advocate. She tells us about the newest candidates to enter the race for governor, and gives us the latest on the recall effort against New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell.  Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our digital editor is Katelyn Umholtz and our engineers are Garrett Pittman and Aubry Procell. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:30 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The group, among other things, grows its own vegetables and has cut way down on how much trash the school produces. WBZ's Brroke McCarthy reports:

Bill Sterrett serves as Department Chair and Professor of Educational Leadership in Baylor University's School of Education. Before joining Baylor in 2022, Sterrett served as Associate Dean and Professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Prior to Sterrett's 12-year tenure at UNCW, he was a principal and teacher in Charlottesville, Virginia. Some resources mentioned in the podcast: Bill Sterrett's Baylor Faculty page (with additional resources and links): https://soefaculty.baylor.edu/william_sterrett/  Sterrett et al (2022): https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1349031.pdf  Sterrett & Imig (2015): http://www.jsedimensions.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Sterrett-Imig-JSE-Nov-2015-Hope-Issue-PDF.pdf  Sterrett, Imig, & Moore (2014): https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Deborah-Moore-3/publication/281834859_US_Department_of_Education_Green_Ribbon_Schools_Leadership_Insights_and_Implications/links/55fa6f1d08aeba1d9f322eb6/US-Department-of-Education-Green-Ribbon-Schools-Leadership-Insights-and-Implications.pdf 

During the pandemic, many schools experienced heightened concern from parents and staff about indoor air quality. And with the rising cost of energy, districts everywhere are thinking about how to operate more efficiently. For schools today – and tomorrow – sustainability is increasingly essential.  In what ways do buildings contribute to children's health, well-being, and development?  What are some ways to make school buildings more sustainable – on a budget? How can school districts address the unique needs of their communities? And what might the school of the future look like? Anisa Heming, Director of the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, joins Kevin to discuss how school buildings are being made more fully sustainable.

I have always loved outdoor and nature, but I love more my kids and their education. I didn't want the regular education system, I wanted them to be in touch with nature and learn all they can, that's when I found an amazing Green School.In today's podcast, I'm going to be talking about Antigua Green School! Key PointsWhere it's located?What's different about this school?Outdoor Classes and ActivitiesCambridge DiplomaDISCOVER  365 Days of Adventure from YOUR Backyard to the Global Playground - Get your FREE LIST HERE and Make Everyday An Adventure About Marina 'Travel Experta'I am an Experience Collector, World Traveler,  Expat Mama and WifeI have been an expat for over 20 years raising 2 trilingual sonsMy family and I have traveled to over 40 countries and counting …I'm here to inspire you to travel, move internationally, have fun with your family and so much more!Did you enjoy the podcast?Leave a review on Apple Podcast! They are one of THE most important factors for podcasts, and it's super easy to do: Click on “View in iTunes” on the left-hand side under the picture. Leave an honest review.Thanks, you're super!

We are joined today by none other than THE Dr. Andrea M Kane, one of the most courageous & bold women we know, working tirelessly to transform the public education system. Wow, you are in for a treat.    Listen to hear us talk about:  - What is educational equity?  - Savior complex in teaching environments is a disservice: the fine line between coddling and supporting. - Why teachers must unpack their own biases if they want to truly support their students - Sustainability in activist work: how to stay grounded and motivated, how to support other people to stay in the game  - Why the public education system is an aspirational endeavor  - Dr Kane's own experience of backlash & negativity in response to speaking out against racial injustice   About Dr. Andrea M. Kane: Dr. Kane is a Professor of Practice in Educational Leadership at the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education. She took on this role after serving as the the first African American Superintendent for Queen Anne's County Public Schools, where she set professional and personal goals focused on implementing equitable practices across all areas of the organization including improving black, brown, and poor students' access to advanced learning opportunities, offering the first African American Studies course in district history, building a diverse workforce, promoting student voice, and providing cultural proficiency/educational equity professional development to all employees.   Dr. Kane's visionary leadership proved to be effective in large suburban, urban, and small rural districts with the following as some of her achievements:  - recognition for the first fully virtual learning program for public elementary and middle school students in Maryland,  - achieving Green School certification in 100% of schools in Queen Anne's County Public Schools (QACPS) in 2020 and 2021, - first National Blue Ribbon School in QACPS history (2020-21) - a grant award for one million dollars for an innovative outdoor environmental education and STEAM summer program in 2021,  - and induction into the prestigious Baltimore City College High School Hall of Fame (2018)   What Dr. Andrea Kane is currently hooked on: Ozark & the new Jurassic Park movie   Links and Resources Mentioned: New York Times article: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/10/us/politics/maryland-superintendent-racism-black-lives-matter.html  Dr Andrea Kane's Co-Authored Book: Coaching Champions: How to Understand the Players Before Giving the Plays - A Guide to Improvement and Success (May 2019).   Connect with us and learn more about our work: Sage: Speaking, leadership development & coaching, team building, and group facilitation www.sagebhobbs.com On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagebhobbs/   Erica: Executive coaching and organizational strategy at Flying Colors LLC: https://www.flyingcolorsllc.com/flying-colors-about-us-   Help support antiracism work and community dialogue by SHARING to the show with your friends and family! - Take a screenshot of an episode you love and tag @racecultureandbeyondpodcast on Instagram - Click the “share” button on whichever platform you listen and send it to folks who would find it helpful - Good old “spread the word,” and talk about it with your people  Love the show? Please rate it and review it on Apple Podcasts. Just a few short words really helps folks to find the show.  Thank you :)

Dawn Eriacho, Counselor, Zuni High School and David Den Hartog, Lead District and School Strategy Consultant, at Green Schools National Network join host Gillian Parker to discuss the work they're doing around providing "safe spaces" for the students they work with in Zuni, New Mexico. while focusing on their traditional A:shiwi Core Values.They also shared what it means to support students' and educators' mental, emotional and social health and why community is so important.

This episode of the Getting Smart Podcast is a part of our Green Schools campaign, an initiative to highlight important thinkers and activists in the movement to make schools more sustainable, more green, and more mindful of our relationship with the planet.  On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Tom Vander Ark is joined by his friend and former Governor of Colorado, Bill Ritter. Bill Directs Center for the New Energy Economy, Colorado State University which works with state and federal policymakers to create clean energy policy throughout the country.  During his four-year term, Ritter established Colorado as a national and international leader in clean energy by building a New Energy Economy. Years ago, Governor Ritter authored a book entitled, Powering Forward – What Everyone Should Know About America's Energy Revolution, which we talk about at length on this episode.    Links Center for the New Energy Economy Powering Forward – What Everyone Should Know About America's Energy Revolution Bill Ritter LinkedIn Dr. Bryan Willson Senator Tim Wirth Green Cross Justice 40 TerraPower Modular Reactors Boulder Valley School District

Become a Patron of THT! Click hereGarrett Stratford-Cutler is a self-described alpha heterosexual (insert sarcasm here please), Wellbeing Teacher at an international private school in Bangkok Thailand, friend, and kind-soul.  I worked with Garrett at the Green School in Bali many years ago and needless to say, he was my kind of weird and we became good friends immediately. Garrett believes in love and wears his heart on his sleeve in this brutal world of online everything…Garrett is also one of the funniest humans I know, and I originally approached this episode with a light-hearted, tongue-in-cheek attitude with the hope of cultivating some laughs. However, Garrett ends up dropping some serious truth-bombs in regards to Men's Health, wellbeing, societal stereotypes, gender roles, love, the online dating conundrum, and much much more. Garrett also define's the terms "Alpha and Beta" male, which I found super interesting....Again, this guy never ceases to amaze me. So enjoy, and let's gets inside the head of yet another rad human. ShanGarrett supports and advocates for:Trash Lucky recycling program in Bangkok ThailandCOMPANIES THAT SUPPORT THIS PODCAST:Use the THT code!!!KRUSH ORGANICS - CBD oils and topicalsCode: THT(Get a HUGE 40% Discount...shipping is WORLDWIDE and fast).Purveyors of the finest CBD oils and topicals. I think long and hard about who I want to be affiliated with, and I'm stoked to embark on a new affiliation with Krush Organics and advocate for the use of CBD products for supplementary use. Do the research yourself, the health benefits are unquestionable. It's done so much for me, especially during times of stress and anxiety, it's improved the quality of my sleep and sped up my recovery time especially post workouts. And it's all natural.INDOSOLE  Code: THT(15% discount shipping is WORLDWIDE and fast).Sandals made from recycled Tyres. Timeless footwear for the conscious consumer.KingPin Skate ShopCode: THT(Get 15% Discount)Best Skateshop in Australia!Best shoe range ever: Vans, Nike, Adidas, Lakai, Fallen, Etnies (and more).Rad clothes (To many to mention)Best skateboard brands: Baker, Girl, Chocolate, FA, Hockey, Antihero, Passport (and way more).Australian owned and operated. Best dudes ever! Get on dat code.Write a review on Apple Podcasts and follow and rate on Spotify!Thanks for listening!Big love and respect,ShanSupport the show

Oklahoma schools are getting the opportunity to go green. A $100 million project is coming to Stillwater. The Sooners are national softball champions again. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at KOSU Radio. This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

In this episode of Black Power Moves, part of the Ebony Covering Black America Podcast Network, we're speaking to Melba Pearson, Director of Policy and Programs at FIU Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs. Known as “The Resident Legal Diva”, Melba is an attorney specializing in civil rights and criminal law, with an emphasis on policy. Before joining FIU as the Director of Policy and Programs for the Center for the Administration of Justice, she spent three years as the Deputy Director of the ACLU of Florida where she worked to change police practices, expand voting rights and reform the criminal justice system.  Melba is a frequent guest lecturer on a wide array of legal issues. A prolific writer and blogger, she has published numerous popular and scholarly articles on topics including police encounters, domestic violence, crimes against women, criminal trial procedure, along with everyday legal concerns.  Publications that have profiled, featured or quoted her include The New York Times, The Baltimore Sun, Essence Magazine, The Huffington Post, The Miami Herald, and The Root, Ebony Magazine. She writes her own blog covering real life and the law at The Resident Legal Diva. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we speak with Wendy Rodgers, CEO of architecture and design firm LPA - and in this episode, she's going to encourage you to "raise your hand."  Since joining LPA as an intern in 1987, Wendy Rodgers' journey has taken her all the way to CEO. How'd she do it? As Wendy explains, embracing an entrepreneurial spirit and taking on BIG initiatives can create momentum in your career - however, the journey might not always be easy, and there is a risk, but leaning into this risk is where we learn and grow.We will get into that journey in this conversation, but we'll also cover the state of the industry, career advice, and the future of building greener schools. So, get ready to be motivated to take some risks, learn to fail, and grow towards your goals. Click here to get your FREE copy of the Imagine a Place journalConnect with host, Doug Shapiro,  below:By Email: dshapiro@ofs.comOn Instagram: @Douglas_ShapiroOn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doshapiro/ Email Imagine a Place: imagineaplace@ofs.com

Andy Wood is the Principal at The Green School in Cape Town, South Africa and today he stops by to share with us what exactly it means to attend a Green School. With locations in South Africa, New Zealand, Bali and more to come around the world, they are fast becoming one of the hot discussion topics for traveling families and those looking to spend a few months abroad, while keeping their children in an engaging environment educationally. Andy explains how you can hop from one Green School to the next seamlessly, and a bit about how they bake learning into everything from growing vegetables for the daily lunch, to math, languages and much more. Finally, we spend a bit of time chatting about the natural beauty in South Africa, and why Cape Town is the California of his homeland. Follow Andy's work at https://greenschoolsa.co.za/ and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thegreenschooljhb/ If you're enjoying the podcast, please consider taking 2 minutes to leave a short review at: RateThisPodcast.com/aboutabroad Sign up for our monthly newsletter at: aboutabroad.com/newsletter This season is brought to you by Insured Nomads. They are absolutely the best when it comes to providing health, travel, medical insurance for nomads, expats, and all forms of world travelers. You can visit their website at InsuredNomads.com or connect with them on LinkedIn.