What an incredible day at Eco-Explorers! The SOESD STEAM Hub, in collaboration with community partners and dedicated educators, came together to design relevant, place-based, career-connected projects that students will engage in throughout the school year. With the generous support of Innovaciones Alumbra, educators from Josephine, Klamath, and Jackson counties worked alongside local industry and community partners to develop meaningful learning experiences that introduce students to careers in sustainability, conservation, and green industries—all while deepening their connection to the places they live and learn.
From firewise school campuses to habitat restoration projects, these collaborations are just getting started, and we can’t wait to see students bring them to life in the coming months. Stay tuned—we’ll be sharing their progress along the way!
Here’s what participants are saying:
“Thank you for such a powerful workshop—this has inspired me to do so many things with my students.”
— 4th Grade Teacher
“This is such an amazing opportunity! Many of my students have difficult family situations and providing them with a chance to experience hands-on learning outside the normal scope of their day is such a gift! Thank you for this!”
— 3rd Grade Teacher
“Thank you so much for hosting such a wonderful event! It was a great opportunity to sit down and connect with Southern Oregon educators.”
—Community Partner