Environmental Charter School

📢 The ECS Board of Trustees voted and confirmed Patrick Dowd as the district’s next CEO at tonight’s board meeting. ECS looks forward to this next chapter of #GrowingCitizens. 📢 Learn more about Dr. Dowd, and check out ECS’s press release 👉https://bit.ly/4cpA6OJ

THANK YOU ECS STAFF! 👏 Today was the last day of school, and in ECS fashion, we celebrated with faculty and staff at the 3rd annual WOW Celebration. 🥳 Congratulations on another fantastic year. we'll see you in the fall 🍁 for another year of #GrowingCitizens. Have great summer! 🌞

ECS couldn't #growcitizens without the hard work and dedication of our extraordinary volunteers. 👏 Today, we celebrated all that they do for our students, staff, and community. Thank you for being amazing! 💚

Sending a big, green ECS thank-you to our friends from Boston Green Academy for spending two days learning, exploring, and deep-diving into all things sustainability with us! Last week, we hosted a group of like-minded administrators and educators from BGA, a 6-12 #CharterSchool with a shared mission in a different zip code!🌎 We walked BGA through our approach to out-the-door learning by putting ourselves in the shoes of an ECS student, walking our halls and neighborhoods that enrich the ECS experience. Not only did we walk the walk, but we talked the talk; discussing #ClimateAction and #SustainableDevelopmentGoals, and how these critical topics are weaved into our curriculum and brought to life through experiential learning. Here's to continued collaboration and innovative approaches to #GrowingCitizens 🌱👏

ECS was honored to host Damon Bethea, MA, CDP, Manager, Building for Success in Schools and Life from United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania at our school recently, showcasing the vibrant culture of learning and innovation that thrives here at ECS. 🌟 The awarded grant funds will be a game-changer for our STEM curriculum and activities, supplementing our current offerings in profound ways. At ECS, we believe in showcasing the process of learning, not just the final product. By creating spaces where students can share their evolving ideas, like remiX lab and robotics, we foster a culture of creativity and exploration. With the grant, we'll be able to extend this philosophy further by: 🎨 Bridging connections with art and design; supporting the development of technical skills infused with creativity. 💭 Introduction of design thinking practices to both students and adults; instilling curiosity, optimism, and creative courage in tackling complex problems. 💡Empowerment to bring ideas to life, from ideation to prototyping, all while considering sustainability principles. This access extends beyond the classroom, creating even more opportunity for experiential learning. By aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we're not just fostering innovation; we're nurturing a generation of global citizens who understand the interconnectedness of the world. With the support of the United Way grant, ECS is poised to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to shape a brighter, more sustainable future. #STEMEducation #Innovation #UnitedWayGrant #FutureLeaders

It's National Charter Schools Week! We're raising our voice to celebrate being one of the 8,000+ charter schools across the U.S. 👏📣 More than 4 million families choose a charter school for their child's education, and ECS is grateful to be our family's school of choice! #GrowingCitizens https://lnkd.in/grz-PDhA

Folks, there is still time! #LettuceTurnipTheBeet 🥳Donate to ECS's sustainability efforts by this Friday, May 10, to pick up your gift at our Sustainability Fair at ECS Intermediate on Friday, May 17. https://lnkd.in/e6tjneFm

Happy #HumpDay from two of ECS's best! 🐫 Our Primary school's office manager, Melissa, and school nurse, Beth. #GrowingCitizens

Staff, supporters, alumni, and current families: Lettuce Turnip the Beet!🎧🥕An ECS icon is back with this "retro" t-shirt design, benefitting ECS's *sustainability efforts across our school district. 👕 In return for your generous $30 donation, you'll receive a t-shirt as a thank-you. ($30 donation = 1 shirt, $60 = 2 shirts, and so on). Select your size(s) and plan to pick up your gift at the 6-12 Sustainability Fest on May 10 OR the K-5 Sustainability Fair on May 17: https://lnkd.in/e6tjneFm 🪴Donate by Friday, May 3 if picking up at the 6-12 Sustainability Fest on May 10. 🎶Donate by Friday, May 10 if picking up at the K-5 Sustainability Fair on May 17. *Proceeds will go toward District Sustainability initiatives, funded by the ECS Foundation, including: • Maintaining a Healthy Ecosystem in our Schoolyard, such as Birdhouses, Caring for Pollinator Plants, etc. • Educational Signage in Edible schoolyard • Memberships to the Garden Resource Center • Student-Led Environmental Responsibility: Recycling Ambassadors / Commons Caretakers / Composting Stewards • Student-led sustainability Clubs and Organizations Thank you for helping us #GrowCitizens

Thank you Dr. Cheryl Chase for visiting ECS and sharing her wealth of knowledge about the executive functions of children. 🧠 Last night's program equipped our community with practical strategies for chasing their child's and peer's potential. Kudos to the ECS PCO for providing homemade baked goods for attendees🍪🧁 #GrowingCitizens If you were in the audience, comment below to let our community know what your most valuable takeaway was: