The Regional Gatherings are local, in-person events featuring practical resources, collaborative workshops, and youth-led sessions designed to foster student leadership and help participants build and implement sustainability plans for their schools. Register now and join students, educators, and school leaders for a day of collaboration, resource-sharing, and action planning for a more sustainable school system in Maine. 

This all day gathering is intended for Prek-12 classroom teachers who have completed the Wabanaki Studies: Essentials for Teaching and Learning microcourse through the DOE and who would like to bring a lesson for workshopping and feedback from Wabanaki Advisors and other classroom teachers.

Held in-person at Bowdoin Children's Center in Brunswick, the program consists of intimate discussion and community building around designing outdoor, nature-based learning experiences that foster belonging, equity, and healthy development for every child. Take advantage of one or all three workshops. MaineECO wants as many teachers to participate as possible to gain access to this vauable content. Participation and travel stipends are available. 

Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet (ZASP) is a seven week experience October 18 to Dec. 12, 2026 for young Mainers age 35 and under responding to the need for support for the youth climate movement around burnout, imposter syndrome, and feelings of hopelessness. This 7-week online experience brings together youth leaders in Maine to create healing communities where people feel safe sharing vulnerably.

School administrators and curriculum coordinators are encouraged to join our upcoming Wabanaki Studies learning cohorts to build connections, explore new resources, and learn how to best implement the teaching of Wabanaki Studies across their district.

Held in-person at Bowdoin Children's Center in Brunswick, the program consists of intimate discussion and community building around designing outdoor, nature-based learning experiences that foster belonging, equity, and healthy development for every child. Take advantage of one or all three workshops. MaineECO wants as many teachers to participate as possible to gain access to this vauable content. Participation and travel stipends are available. 

School administrators and curriculum coordinators are encouraged to join our upcoming Wabanaki Studies learning cohorts to build connections, explore new resources, and learn how to best implement the teaching of Wabanaki Studies across their district.

School administrators and curriculum coordinators are encouraged to join our upcoming Wabanaki Studies learning cohorts to build connections, explore new resources, and learn how to best implement the teaching of Wabanaki Studies across their district.

School administrators and curriculum coordinators are encouraged to join our upcoming Wabanaki Studies learning cohorts to build connections, explore new resources, and learn how to best implement the teaching of Wabanaki Studies across their district.

In this workshop you will explore strategies to support taking students outside, foster a conversation among your colleagues, admin, and community to support long-term change, and navigate available open-source resources. Participants will receive a $100 Stipend and Contact Hours for attending. Coffee, tea, snacks, lunch, and educator gifts are included.

Every year, MEEA recognizes the excellent environmental educators, programs, schools, students, and environmental education partners in Maine. Nominations open every spring and awards are presented during a ceremony at the MEEA Annual Conference every May. Winners receive an honorarium and commemorative plaque at the ceremony. The ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at the MEEA Annual Conference in West Gardiner, Maine.

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.

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.

The Spring Changemakers Gathering is a one-day event to build community around our shared passion for environmental and social justice. Youth over age 15 and adults of all ages are welcome to attend to connect people across generations with mentors and peers. We hope people leave the gathering with joy, inspiration, new and old connections, and hope to continue building a more resilient environment in Maine.

In this workshop you will explore strategies to support taking students outside, foster a conversation among your colleagues, admin, and community to support long-term change, and navigate available open-source resources. Participants will receive a $100 Stipend and Contact Hours for attending. Coffee, tea, snacks, lunch, and educator gifts are included.

***This event has been postponed to a later date. We will share an updated date for this workshop this spring! Email us at changemakers@meeassociation.org if you have any questions.***

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.

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.

On March 3rd, young people and climate advocates from across Maine will come together for Conservation + Youth Lobby Day at the State House in Augusta. This day of action will mobilize youth leaders, build community, and push for meaningful climate solutions. Participants will meet directly with legislators and connect with fellow advocates from across the state. Whether you’re new to climate advocacy or a seasoned organizer, this is your chance to learn, take action, and make your voice heard.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.