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Climate and Health in Kentucky: Exploring K-12 Curriculum Connections is a virtual professional development workshop for educators. This free, interactive workshop will help answer important questions such as:
What does climate change look like in Kentucky?
How does climate influence human health?
What can we do about it?
What opportunities exist for incorporating climate and health content into classroom instruction?
During the live session to be held on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m., ET, UK-CARES leaders will provide content that aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards. This workshop is designed by and for educators and open to all who participate in the K-12 school system in Kentucky. Space is limited and registration is required. Attendees will receive confirmation of two hours of professional development upon completion of an online evaluation.
Dana Haine, MS, Science Educator, Center for Environmental Health and Susceptibility, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Stacy Stanifer, PhD, Nursing & Environmental Health, University of Kentucky
Alice Turkington, PhD, Geography, University of Kentucky
Craig Wilmhoff, MS, High School Biology Teacher, Perry County Public Schools System
Registration will close on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023.
Click here to download a PDF of the promotional flyer to share.
Check with your school district to determine if the workshop meets professional development requirements. Please email Kelly Kennoy if you have any questions about the workshop at kelly.kennoy@uky.edu.