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September 2010
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PBS's Design Squad wants you to recycle, reuse, and re-engineer everyday materials into an out-of-the box invention! Young people ages 5-19 are eligible to enter. The three grand prize winners will appear on the TV show Design Squad. Apply online by September 5, 2010.
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Turn your love of birds and photography into a dream trip to the Galapagos, the Peruvian Amazon, or wild Belize in the second annual Audubon Magazine Photography Awards. Each participant can submit up to 10 photos, so you have 10 chances to win. Your winning entry will appear in the January-February 2011 issue of Audubon and in Nature’s Best Photography. Categories: Professional, Amateur, and Youth (ages 13 to 17). There is a non-refundable entry fee. The deadline for photo submission is September 7, 2010.
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The Keep Georgia Beautiful Awards honor those whose ongoing efforts exemplify leadership in protecting Georgia’s environment. Schools and other organizations are eligible to apply for awards in litter prevention, community improvement, and waste reduction and recycling. Individual awards include student of the year. Entries are due September 15, 2010.
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The Georgia Urban Forest Council is accepting applications for its 2010 Urban Forestry Awards. Outstanding work, whether public or private, is eligible for nomination. Individuals, non-profit organizations, businesses, municipalities and counties, schools, civic groups, and others are encouraged to make nominations in more than one category. The deadline to submit nominations is September 15, 2010.
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Sixth, seventh and eighth graders in Bartow, Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Forsyth, Gwinnett, Hall, Henry, Paulding and Rockdale counties are invited to participate in this annual essay contest promoting better water quality and water conservation practices in the metro Atlanta area. Essays must be received no later than September 24, 2010.
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The Georgia Recycling Coalition is now accepting applications for the 2010 Spirit of Green School Recycling Awards. Three $500 grants will be awarded to the top elementary, middle and high school. The application deadline is September 24, 2010.
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Save the Frogs, a nonprofit organization dedicated to amphibian conservation, invites you to create cool artwork that features frogs and says SAVE THE FROGS! or savethefrogs.com (or both) somewhere on it. The grand prize winner receives $100. Top prize winners may also see their artwork featured on Save the Frogs products. The contest runs through September 29, 2010.
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The Cans for Cash City Recycling Challenge is a national contest that rewards U.S. cities for recycling aluminum beverage cans. The challenge is sponsored by a partnership between the U.S. Conference of Mayors, Novelis Corporation, and Keep America Beautiful, Inc. A total of $70,000 will be awarded. The deadline to register is September 30, 2010.
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Through its annual awards program, the American Horticultural Society celebrates outstanding achievements, encourages excellence, and inspires innovation in the art and science of horticulture. Several awards are offered that recognize merit in the fields of teaching and environmental education. Nominations are due September 30, 2010.
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October 2010
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The Siemens Competition seeks to promote excellence by encouraging students to undertake individual or team research projects. It fosters intensive research that improves students' understanding of the value of scientific study and informs their consideration of future careers in these disciplines. Scholarships for winning projects range from $1,000 to $100,000. Submissions are due October 1, 2010 at 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
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$1,000 will be awarded to a Georgia 3rd grade teacher who demonstrates exceptional energy and innovation in educating his or her class about the habitats of different organisms, the dependence of organisms on their habitat, and the effects of pollution and humans on the environment. The deadline for applications is October 1, 2010.
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The John Muir Association is accepting applications for the John Muir Conservation Award. Awards are presented in four categories: Conservationist of the Year, Environmental Education Conservation Award, Nonprofit or Public Agency Conservation Award, and the Business Conservation Award. The deadline for nominations is October 1, 2010.
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Nominations are now being accepted for an individual or organization whose efforts in the area of monarch education, conservation and/or habitat restoration have made a significant impact in the state of Georgia. Nominations must be received by October 1, 2010.
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The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is now accepting submissions for its 5th annual digital photography competition. TNC is looking for beautiful nature photography representing the diversity of life on Earth. Original digital images of our lands, waters, plants, animals and people in nature are all eligible. Photographers must be at least 18 years old. Photos must be uploaded by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Standard Time October 4, 2010.
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The Outdoor Classroom Service Award honors those who have contributed in significant and meaningful ways to the design, development, maintenance and use of outdoor classrooms. The winning recipient will receive a registration scholarship to attend the 2010 Outdoor Classroom Symposium and $100 to enhance their outdoor classroom. Apply by October 8, 2010.
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The American Geological Institute is sponsoring three contests for Earth Science Week 2010. The theme of the photography contest, open to all ages, is "We Depend on Energy." The visual arts contest theme is "Energy on Earth;" open to grades K-5. Students in grades 6-9 are eligible to enter the essay contest: "How Energy Powers the Planet." All entries are due October 15, 2010.
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Monarchs Across Georgia, a committee of the Environmental Education Alliance (EEA) of Georgia, is offering two $1,000 scholarships to Georgia educators (formal or informal) to travel to the monarch butterfly overwintering sites in Mexico in February 2011. Applications are due October 15, 2010.
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Students in grades 4-8 are eligible for this entertaining and challenging test of geographic knowledge. Registration is open until October 15, 2010.
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Classrooms throughout the U.S. are invited to enter the Produce for Kids “Play with Your Produce Healthy Classroom Challenge.” Entries can be any creative project from a play to a gardening project that focuses on getting kids to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables. The deadline to enter is October 30, 2010.
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Send in your inspiring stories about National Public Lands Day (NPLD) volunteers and help NPLD recognize the efforts of hardworking individuals who have gone above and beyond the norm to care for our public lands. Nominations due October 30, 2010.
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November 2010
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National Geographic's International Photography Contest for Kids is accepting photos from kids between the ages of 6 and 14. Use photography as an excuse to explore nature! The categories for entries are: Animals, Scenery, People, and Humor. Prizes include digital cameras! All Entries must be uploaded or postmarked by November 1, 2010.
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Nestlé has launched a national search for the Very Best In Youth -- 13 to 18 year olds who excel academically and work hard to make their community a better place. The young people selected for this prestigious award will be recognized with $1,000 donation to the charity of their choice, an all-expense-paid trip to Los Angeles plus other fabulous prizes. Application deadline is November 1, 2010.
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The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards recognize outstanding community service by young people in grades 5 -12. State honorees are awarded $1,000 and a trip to Washington, D.C. Applications due November 1, 2010.
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The Lexus Eco Challenge is designed to educate and empower middle and high school students to take action to improve the environment. More than $500,000 in scholarships and grants will be awarded. Submission deadline is November 3, 2010.
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The Angela Award from the National Science Teachers Association honors one female student in grades 5–8, who is involved in or has a strong connection to science. The awardee will receive a $1,000 US EE Savings Bond or Canadian Savings Bond purchased for the equivalent issue price. Apply by November 30, 2010.
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The National Science Teachers Association sponsors numerous awards for which environmental educators or their students may be eligible. Most applications are due November 30, 2010.
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December 2010
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Since 1993, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment has recognized the outstanding efforts of students and teachers across the country who are working at the grassroots level to protect and preserve the environment. Winning teams receive $10,000. Applications (on CD) must be received by 5 p.m. December 1, 2010.
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The Georgia Envirothon provides high school students with hands-on, science-based training in natural resource and ecology topics in a challenging and competitive atmosphere. Winners at the state level advance to the Canon Envirothon where they compete for recognition and scholarships by demonstrating their knowledge of environmental science and natural resource management. Register by December 1, 2010.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sponsored President's Environmental Youth Awards recognizes young people across America for projects that demonstrate their commitment to the environment. All students who complete an environmental project and submit an application will receive a signed certificate from the President of the United States and one project from each of the ten EPA Regions will be presented with a Presidential plaque at an EPA sponsored award ceremony. Apply by December 31, 2010.
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January 2011
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The Georgia Envirothon provides high school students with hands-on, science-based training in natural resource and ecology topics in a challenging and competitive atmosphere. There are three levels of competition: regional, state, and international. Georgia is organized into four regions (north, east, west, south). The East Region competition will be March 3, 2011 at Whitehall Forest in Athens, with a bad weather date of March 10. Register by December 1 to get the early bird registration rate of $150. After December 1, the cost increases to $200. The final day to register is January 15, 2011.
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The Georgia Envirothon provides high school students with hands-on, science-based training in natural resource and ecology topics in a challenging and competitive atmosphere. There are three levels of competition: regional, state, and international. Georgia is organized into four regions (north, east, west, south). The North Region competition will be March 2, 2011 at Amicalola Falls State Park, with a bad weather date of March 9. Register by December 1 to get the early bird registration rate of $150. After December 1, the cost increases to $200. The final day to register is January 15, 2011.
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The Georgia Envirothon provides high school students with hands-on, science-based training in natural resource and ecology topics in a challenging and competitive atmosphere. There are three levels of competition: regional, state, and international. Georgia is organized into four regions (north, east, west, south). The South Region competition will be March 16, 2011 at Little Ocmulgee State Park. Register by December 1 to get the early bird registration rate of $150. After December 1, the cost increases to $200. The final day to register is January 15, 2011.
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The Georgia Envirothon provides high school students with hands-on, science-based training in natural resource and ecology topics in a challenging and competitive atmosphere. There are three levels of competition: regional, state, and international. Georgia is organized into four regions (north, east, west, south). The state finals will be April 15-16, 2011 at the Burton 4-H Center, Tybee Island, GA. Register by December 1 to get the early bird registration rate of $150. After December 1, the cost increases to $200. The final day to register is January 15, 2011.
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The Georgia Envirothon provides high school students with hands-on, science-based training in natural resource and ecology topics in a challenging and competitive atmosphere. There are three levels of competition: regional, state, and international. Georgia is organized into four regions (north, east, west, south). The West Region competition will be March 4, 2011 at the Newman Wetlands Center in Clayton County. Register by December 1 to get the early bird registration rate of $150. After December 1, the cost increases to $200. The final day to register is January 15, 2011.
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Nominations are now being accepted for the Environmental Education Alliance of Georgia awards recognizing exceptional contributions to environmental education. The deadline to submit nominations is January 19, 2011.
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The Georgia Conservancy is calling for entries for the 2011 Youth Environmental Symposium (YES), an interdisciplinary educational program designed to inspire middle- and high-school students to develop creative solutions to environmental problems in their local communities. The deadline for submitting projects is January 20, 2011.
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February 2011
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ExploraVision is a science competition that encourages K-12 students of all interest, skill and ability levels to create and explore a vision of future technology by combining their imaginations with the tools of science. Awards are given in out in four grade levels (K-3, 4-6, 7-9, and 10-12). The deadline for submission is February 2, 2011.
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March 2011
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This challenge gives students the opportunity, tools and inspiration to become agents of change. High school student teams from across the country are challenged to create sustainable, energy-related environmental improvements that can be replicated by or impact others beyond their local community. Top prizes include thousands of dollars in scholarship money and more! The challenge opens August 17, 2010 and runs through March 15, 2011.
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Ongoing
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Children age 13 and under are invited to enter the Ranger Rick Photo Contest. Each winning entry will be featured in the Ranger Rick magazine and on Ranger Rick’s website. Winners will also receive a Certificate of Recognition and five copies of the Ranger Rick magazine featuring their entries. The contest is held three times per year.
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The John Muir Youth Award aims to encourage young people to get involved in conservation and the protection of wilderness and biological diversity. This award is NOT a competition. If your students complete the project according to the five criteria, they will receive a certificate for their achievements.
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Do you know a kid who is giving back to his or her community in a way that makes the environment better for the future? Nominate that girl or boy today to join Radio Disney's Team Green.
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The National Schoolyard Birding Challenge (NSBC) is a monthly bird watching contest open to students in all public and private schools in North America. Student participants in the NSBC will work together to observe, identify, and record various bird species found on their school grounds in a single month. Teams compete for prizes each month and will be entered to win monthly drawings. Observations are submitted monthly throughout the school year.
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The Charles Edison Fund provides free units (for grades 4-8) on various experiments conducted by Thomas Edison and other scientists. The Fund also sponsors an awards program to help stimulate student interest in science. All participating students receive an engraved certificate. The top winner, as chosen by the teacher, receives an Edison sunburst light bulb t-shirt, matching baseball cap, and signed certificate of award.
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By completing requirements to advance to higher levels of the Georgia Green & Healthy Schools program, schools earn awards and recognition. Awards include a certificate, banner, patches, awards ceremony, and grant eligibility. Schools may also maintain their accomplishments to earn renewal each school year. Submissions must be received by January 31 and June 30 each year.
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The Clean Air Campaign works with schools throughout Georgia to reduce traffic and air pollution and create a healthier environment for Georgia students. Our Clean Air Schools initiative provides schools, students and parents with the tools to take action to help clean the air in their school and community.
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