Build Climate Leaders: Leverage ELOP Funds to Bring TAG’s Climate Action Schools to Your District
As California continues to lead the way in environmental literacy and climate action, the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) presents a unique opportunity for school districts to enrich their environmental and sustainability education. By leveraging ELOP funds to bring Take Action Global (TAG)’s Climate Action Schools program into schools, districts can align with state standards, enhance student engagement, and build long-term sustainable programs that resonate with California’s environmental goals.
TAG’s Climate Action Schools program is designed to empower students and educators to become environmental leaders in their communities through hands-on, real-world sustainability projects. Aligned with California’s Environmental Principles and Concepts (EP&Cs) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), the program fosters students’ understanding of climate science, biodiversity, energy conservation, and environmental justice. By incorporating this program into schools, districts can elevate their ELOP offerings to not only meet state standards but to inspire a new generation of climate-conscious leaders.
California schools are already doing tremendous work within their ELOP programs, offering enrichment activities that range from arts and sports to STEM and community service. Partnering with TAG allows districts to expand this foundation by introducing climate-focused service learning and STEAM projects, such as renewable energy experiments, eco-gardens, and conservation campaigns. This approach transforms students into active participants in environmental stewardship, linking academic skills with real-world impact and preparing them for future careers in green industries.
Additionally, a partnership with TAG helps districts address the long-term sustainability of their ELOP programs. By bringing in a structured program like Climate Action Schools, districts benefit from TAG’s expertise in environmental education, a framework for consistent climate-based learning, and a pathway to develop local initiatives that will last beyond current funding. TAG’s Climate Action Schools program is designed to be flexible and scalable, empowering schools to sustain their climate initiatives as part of the school culture, even if funding sources shift in the future.
Now is the time for California districts to make bold moves in environmental education by investing in partnerships that prioritize both academic and environmental excellence. Leveraging ELOP funds to partner with TAG can turn today’s students into tomorrow’s environmental leaders, ensuring that our schools remain at the forefront of climate action and sustainability for years to come. Let’s build a lasting legacy of climate literacy in California’s schools with the support of TAG’s Climate Action Schools.
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