Green & Healthy Schools Symposium

School districts sit at the intersection of education, health, and climate—and that means they have the power to lead transformative change. With the scale of their land, facilities, and communities, schools can improve student outcomes, strengthen neighborhoods, and build a more resilient future.
The Green & Healthy Schools Symposium brings together educators, school leaders, students, health agencies, city officials, and community partners to explore bold, practical strategies inspired by Green Umbrella’s Green & Healthy Schools Guide. The day will focus on three high-impact approaches: expanding and maintaining vibrant school campus greenspaces, strengthening K–12 career pathways, and building wellness networks that support students and staff through partnerships and programming.
Students will play a central role as speakers and panelists, highlighting the collective impact taking shape across our region. Participants will leave with a ready-to-use Green & Healthy Schools framework, real-world models, and tools to turn ideas into action—followed by a networking event to connect and collaborate.
SCHEDULE
8:30 – Breakfast & Keynote
9:45 – Attendees will rotate among concurrent sessions
12:00 – Lunch
12:45 – Plenary Panel
1:45 – Attendees will choose from several workshops
3:15 & 4:00 – Garden Tours
4:30 – Networking Reception