This year, Take Action Global (TAG) proudly hosted eight distinct LEGO® Build the Change cohorts, bringing together educators from diverse backgrounds—including librarians, technology specialists, middle school educators, art instructors, fifth-grade teachers, and STEAM coordinators.
https://www.takeactionglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image9.jpg15001999Wout Blockx/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Take_Action_Global_Logo.pngWout Blockx2025-06-06 07:45:072025-06-19 10:07:27The Power of Play – A Play Focused Session with Educators
At Take Action Global (TAG), we believe that climate education is a right for all learners. Our ongoing partnership with BreakFree Education exemplifies this commitment, bringing together our global network with their specialized expertise in fostering community-driven change among system-involved youth. Together, we’ve launched New Steps of Change, an initiative designed to connect young learners to the environment and inspire tangible action, starting with the vital role of trees in our world.
https://www.takeactionglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Q225_C4C_TAG_EDO_v1b__9_.png8692318Wout Blockx/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Take_Action_Global_Logo.pngWout Blockx2025-05-21 07:59:252025-05-21 15:50:17Cultivating Growth: Take Action Global and BreakFree Education in Action
On May 8, 2025, Heritage Middle School in Berwyn, Illinois, celebrated a significant milestone by achieving Level 1 Arboretum status through the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program. This accomplishment was the result of a collaborative tree planting event involving students, staff, and partners from The Morton Arboretum.
Climate misinformation, the spread of false or misleading claims about climate change, is prevalent across social media and digital platforms. According to Reuters in 2024, 25% of respondents in 2024 said that they had ‘personally seen, read, or heard any news or information that [they] believe to be false or misleading’ on the topic of climate change in the last week,”
https://www.takeactionglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Q225_C4C_TAG_EDO_v1b__6_.webp7881400Wout Blockx/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Take_Action_Global_Logo.pngWout Blockx2025-05-14 08:06:162025-05-14 08:06:19Tackling Climate Misinformation in the Next Generation
At Take Action Global (TAG), we believe that empowering young people with the skills to address climate change is paramount. That’s why our ongoing collaboration with Black Girls Code (BGC) is so vital. This April, we’ve had the privilege of authoring engaging “Coding for Climate” courses for their incredible community, witnessing firsthand the ingenuity and passion these young leaders are bringing to environmental solutions through code.
Creating a sustainable world relies on the transformative power of education. By equipping students with climate knowledge and fostering a sense of agency, we empower the next generation to drive meaningful change. Take Action Global (TAG) is at the forefront of this movement, proving that education is not just a solution—it’s a catalyst for action.
https://www.takeactionglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/CE-Blog-v1-5-scaled.png9472560Wout Blockx/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Take_Action_Global_Logo.pngWout Blockx2025-04-17 12:17:042025-04-17 13:20:47The Power of Climate Education
The energy was amazing at the recent New York Statewide Student Digital Wellness Showcase! Young innovators from across NY state gathered virtually to share their powerful ideas on how to navigate the digital world mindfully and foster a deeper connection with the natural environment. This inspiring event, co-hosted by Andrew Ferrone (WSWHE BOCES) and Take Action Global, highlighted the crucial link between our well-being in the digital age and the health of our planet.
https://www.takeactionglobal.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/CE-Blog-v1-4.png9842659Wout Blockx/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Take_Action_Global_Logo.pngWout Blockx2025-04-10 17:30:472025-04-10 17:30:50Unplug to Connect: Student Ideas for Digital Wellness and a Thriving Planet
The escalating climate crisis necessitates an informed and proactive global citizenry. However, UNESCO reports that only 53% of national education curricula worldwide reference climate change, highlighting a significant gap in environmental education. Virtual classrooms emerge as a powerful solution to bridge this gap, facilitating cross-cultural collaboration and equipping students with the knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges.
The Time to Act Is Now: Reflections on Climate Action Day 202511 November 2025
Take Away from Climate Action Day 20257 November 2025
The Power of Play – A Play Focused Session with Educators
This year, Take Action Global (TAG) proudly hosted eight distinct LEGO® Build the Change cohorts, bringing together educators from diverse backgrounds—including librarians, technology specialists, middle school educators, art instructors, fifth-grade teachers, and STEAM coordinators.
Cultivating Growth: Take Action Global and BreakFree Education in Action
At Take Action Global (TAG), we believe that climate education is a right for all learners. Our ongoing partnership with BreakFree Education exemplifies this commitment, bringing together our global network with their specialized expertise in fostering community-driven change among system-involved youth. Together, we’ve launched New Steps of Change, an initiative designed to connect young learners to the environment and inspire tangible action, starting with the vital role of trees in our world.
Planting Roots and Growing Futures: Heritage Middle School Becomes a Level 1 Arboretum
On May 8, 2025, Heritage Middle School in Berwyn, Illinois, celebrated a significant milestone by achieving Level 1 Arboretum status through the ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program. This accomplishment was the result of a collaborative tree planting event involving students, staff, and partners from The Morton Arboretum.
Tackling Climate Misinformation in the Next Generation
Climate misinformation, the spread of false or misleading claims about climate change, is prevalent across social media and digital platforms. According to Reuters in 2024, 25% of respondents in 2024 said that they had ‘personally seen, read, or heard any news or information that [they] believe to be false or misleading’ on the topic of climate change in the last week,”
Coding a Greener Future: Inspiring Innovation with BGC
At Take Action Global (TAG), we believe that empowering young people with the skills to address climate change is paramount. That’s why our ongoing collaboration with Black Girls Code (BGC) is so vital. This April, we’ve had the privilege of authoring engaging “Coding for Climate” courses for their incredible community, witnessing firsthand the ingenuity and passion these young leaders are bringing to environmental solutions through code.
The Power of Climate Education
Creating a sustainable world relies on the transformative power of education. By equipping students with climate knowledge and fostering a sense of agency, we empower the next generation to drive meaningful change. Take Action Global (TAG) is at the forefront of this movement, proving that education is not just a solution—it’s a catalyst for action.
Unplug to Connect: Student Ideas for Digital Wellness and a Thriving Planet
The energy was amazing at the recent New York Statewide Student Digital Wellness Showcase! Young innovators from across NY state gathered virtually to share their powerful ideas on how to navigate the digital world mindfully and foster a deeper connection with the natural environment. This inspiring event, co-hosted by Andrew Ferrone (WSWHE BOCES) and Take Action Global, highlighted the crucial link between our well-being in the digital age and the health of our planet.
Virtual Classrooms, Global Solutions: Breaking Borders in Climate Education
The escalating climate crisis necessitates an informed and proactive global citizenry. However, UNESCO reports that only 53% of national education curricula worldwide reference climate change, highlighting a significant gap in environmental education. Virtual classrooms emerge as a powerful solution to bridge this gap, facilitating cross-cultural collaboration and equipping students with the knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges.