The mission of RI Envirothon is to develop knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated citizens who are willing and prepared to work towards achieving and maintaining a natural balance between the quality of life and the quality of the environment. Throughout the year, middle and high school students are invited to attend hands-on workshops in the practical study of our natural resources. Workshops are led by local professionals from agencies such as the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and the Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS). Working in teams of five, students take what they’ve learned and participate in a one-day, outdoor competition, held in the spring. The winning team goes on to represent Rhode Island in the North American Envirothon competition held each summer.
At a glance:
- Resource Type: Contest/Award, Education Materials & Resources
- Audiences: High School (Grades 9-12) Students, Homeschools, Middle School (Grades 6-8) Students, Public and/or Private Schools, Youth Groups/Scouts
- Environmental Focus: Agriculture/Farming, Animals/Wildlife, Climate Change/Weather, Conservation, Ecology, Endangered Species, Habitats/Ecosystems, Nature Awareness, Plants/Trees/Forests, Soil, Water/Watersheds
- Academic Focus: Science
