Upcoming Events
At MEEA, we host our own events both in-person and online on Zoom so that they are accessible to people all across our state. We also collaborate with partnering organizations in Maine and beyond, so you’ll see events listed below hosted by other organizations as well. Check out our upcoming events and past events below!
Healing the Salt Marsh: How and Why We Restore Coastal Wetlands
Salt marshes are vital coastal wetlands that buffer storms, filter pollution, and provide habitat for wildlife. This project examines the processes and motivations behind community restoration of damaged salt marshes, highlighting hands-on strategies, local examples, and the benefits for both people and ecosystems. Participants will gain a practical understanding of restoration methods they can see and discuss in their own coastal neighborhoods.
Join Tonya Prentice from MSTA in exploring the science and data behind ecosystem restoration.
Dawnland Screening: Calais
The Maine Department of Education (DOE), in partnership with Wabanaki REACH, the Maine Environmental Education Association (MEEA), Wabanaki Alliance, the Upstander Project, Wabanaki Culture Center, Maine Indian Education, RSU 34, RSU 5, and MSAD 44, invites Maine educators, school leaders, and parents to a series of free, in-person events across the state to view the award-winning documentary, Dawnland. These screenings, beginning in January 2026, will be followed by dinner and a discussion.
Wabanaki Studies Workshop: Session 2 Gathering
Grow your Wabanaki studies skills through these new Maine Dept. of Education micro courses and build community with a cohort of educators in your area this three-part workshop series.
Maple Sugaring in a Warming Climate
How is maple sugaring in Maine being impacted by climate change and what ready-to-use resources are available for young people to explore questions about this? Join staff from the Gulf of Maine Research Institute as we dive into data-rich, place-based lesson materials created in collaboration with educators and maple professionals in the region.
Dawnland Screening: Freeport (Waitlist Only)
The Maine Department of Education (DOE), in partnership with Wabanaki REACH, the Maine Environmental Education Association (MEEA), Wabanaki Alliance, the Upstander Project, Wabanaki Culture Center, Maine Indian Education, RSU 34, RSU 5, and MSAD 44, invites Maine educators, school leaders, and parents to a series of free, in-person events across the state to view the award-winning documentary, Dawnland. These screenings, beginning in January 2026, will be followed by dinner and a discussion.
K-12 Earth Month Calendar Climate Lessons Webinar
In this webinar, teachers will be introduced to theThe Earth Month 2026 Calendar, which offers a daily theme for each day in April. Each theme is paired with classroom-ready activities and curated resources. Materials are organized by grade level to support easy planning for teachers.
Join Carey Hotaling former teacher and currect State Lead of the Maine Climate Education hub.
Wabanaki Studies Workshop: Session 3 Debrief
Grow your Wabanaki studies skills through these new Maine Dept. of Education micro courses and build community with a cohort of educators in your area this three-part workshop series.
Invasive Species Learning Lab Webinar
This webinar is the sixth in an 8-part series 'Empowering Maine Classrooms: Climate Lessons for Teachers' featuring Maine educators and partners sharing climate-focused lessons rooted in Maine’s Learning Results and communities.
Dawnland Screening: Old Town
The Maine Department of Education (DOE), in partnership with Wabanaki REACH, the Maine Environmental Education Association (MEEA), Wabanaki Alliance, the Upstander Project, Wabanaki Culture Center, Maine Indian Education, RSU 34, RSU 5, and MSAD 44, invites Maine educators, school leaders, and parents to a series of free, in-person events across the state to view the award-winning documentary, Dawnland. These screenings, beginning in January 2026, will be followed by dinner and a discussion.
Dawnland Screening: Bethel
The Maine Department of Education (DOE), in partnership with Wabanaki REACH, the Maine Environmental Education Association (MEEA), Wabanaki Alliance, the Upstander Project, Wabanaki Culture Center, Maine Indian Education, RSU 34, RSU 5, and MSAD 44, invites Maine educators, school leaders, and parents to a series of free, in-person events across the state to view the award-winning documentary, Dawnland. These screenings, beginning in January 2026, will be followed by dinner and a discussion.
English Language Arts in Maine - Connotation in Nature Writing Lesson
How do words reflect our relationship with the natural world and climate change? This webinar walks you through an engaging ELA lesson that helps students compare Indigenous writers' denotations and connotations as well as their own writing. Leave with a full lesson you can teach tomorrow!
Wabanaki Studies Workshop: Session 1
Grow your Wabanaki studies skills through these new Maine Dept. of Education micro courses and build community with a cohort of educators in your area this three-part workshop series.
Wabanaki Studies Workshop: Session 1
Grow your Wabanaki studies skills through these new Maine Dept. of Education micro courses and build community with a cohort of educators in your area this three-part workshop series.
Teaching Economics through Climate – The Snowmobile Business Plan
How does Northern Maine’s economy evolve with less snow? This webinar walks you through a fun, student-centered game where learners pitch ideas for future economic growth. Leave with a full lesson you can teach tomorrow!
Educator Virtual Town Hall: Community-Based Environmental Learning in Maine
Help shape the next Community-Based Environmental Learning (CBEL) Census in Maine. Teach ME Outside is hosting virtual Town Halls during the first two weeks of December, and we want to hear from educators, youth organizations, land trusts, libraries, camps, community members, and anyone supporting environmental or outdoor learning.
Educator Virtual Town Hall: Community-Based Environmental Learning in Maine
Help shape the next Community-Based Environmental Learning (CBEL) Census in Maine. Teach ME Outside is hosting virtual Town Halls during the first two weeks of December, and we want to hear from educators, youth organizations, land trusts, libraries, camps, community members, and anyone supporting environmental or outdoor learning.
Building A Culture of Teaching Outside Workshop: Freeport
If you’ve ever wondered about how you can encourage your peers, administrators, and community to better support teaching students outside, then we’re here for you! Network with other educators, build your skills and learn about open-source resources to sustain a culture of outdoor learning!
Green Schools Symposium
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is excited to announce Maine’s first-ever Green Schools Symposium on November 7, 2025—a statewide event to celebrate environmental education leadership in Maine schools.
Outdoor Learning Day for Educators
The Outdoor Learning Day is a professional development opportunity to gather, share resources, and build skills as environmental educators.
Wabanaki Studies In-person Workshop: Unity, Waldo County
Calling all educators! Whether you’ve attended a workshop with Wabanaki Studies Specialist, Brianne Lolar, in the past or are looking to begin your Wabanaki Studies journey now, we would love for you to participate in our learning cohort series happening this fall! As part of a cohort, you will complete two of the DOE’s brand new Wabanaki Studies microcourses alongside Brianne Lolar and other educators from across the state, experiencing new learning in both an independent and guided environment while earning credit hours. The focus of these workshops will be two micro-courses: Essentials for Teaching & Learning Wabanaki Studies and Empowering Wabanaki Studies Educators at All Levels.
Wabanaki Studies In-person Workshop: Ellsworth
Calling all educators! Whether you’ve attended a workshop with Wabanaki Studies Specialist, Brianne Lolar, in the past or are looking to begin your Wabanaki Studies journey now, we would love for you to participate in our learning cohort series happening this fall! As part of a cohort, you will complete two of the DOE’s brand new Wabanaki Studies microcourses alongside Brianne Lolar and other educators from across the state, experiencing new learning in both an independent and guided environment while earning credit hours. The focus of these workshops will be two micro-courses: Essentials for Teaching & Learning Wabanaki Studies and Empowering Wabanaki Studies Educators at All Levels.
Building A Culture of Teaching Outside Workshop: Lewiston
If you’ve ever wondered about how you can encourage your peers, administrators, and community to better support teaching students outside, then we’re here for you! Network with other educators, build your skills and learn about open-source resources to sustain a culture of outdoor learning!
Wabanaki Studies In-person Workshop: Topsham
Calling all educators! Whether you’ve attended a workshop with Wabanaki Studies Specialist, Brianne Lolar, in the past or are looking to begin your Wabanaki Studies journey now, we would love for you to participate in our learning cohort series happening this fall! As part of a cohort, you will complete two of the DOE’s brand new Wabanaki Studies microcourses alongside Brianne Lolar and other educators from across the state, experiencing new learning in both an independent and guided environment while earning credit hours. The focus of these workshops will be two micro-courses: Essentials for Teaching & Learning Wabanaki Studies and Empowering Wabanaki Studies Educators at All Levels.
Wabanaki Studies Virtual Orientation to Micro Course
Calling all educators! Whether you’ve attended a workshop with Wabanaki Studies Specialist, Brianne Lolar, in the past or are looking to begin your Wabanaki Studies journey now, we would love for you to participate in our learning cohort series happening this fall! As part of a cohort, you will complete two of the DOE’s brand new Wabanaki Studies microcourses alongside Brianne Lolar and other educators from across the state, experiencing new learning in both an independent and guided environment while earning credit hours. The focus of these workshops will be two micro-courses: Essentials for Teaching & Learning Wabanaki Studies and Empowering Wabanaki Studies Educators at All Levels.