Upcoming Events

Throughout the year, we invite partner teachers, students, and members of our broader community to join us at exciting sustainability-oriented events. From Professional Learning and Development sessions to tours and celebrations, be sure to check back often to see what new opportunities we may have in store!

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New School Chancellor’s Day PD

New Partner Schools – join us for our final NY Sun Works professional learning sessions of the school year! This training will focus on introducing you to fundamental hydroponics principles and practices and provide an overview of what to expect from the NY Sun Works team regarding systems training and curriculum support. Teachers and interested administrators will be given access to the online curriculum so that they can begin planning for the fall.

Thursday. June 6, 2024 | 10am – 12pm | Register Here
Thursday. June 6, 2024 | 1-3pm | Register Here

teachers learn about sustainability science inside a hydroponic greenhouse

Chancellor’s Day PD

Current school partners – join us for our final in-person, full-day NY Sun Works professional learning session of the school year! For the third year in a row, we are rounding out the year with a round table discussion and share-outs of best practices from exemplary teachers. There will be opportunities to hear from veteran NYSW teachers, connect with one another, share ideas, and brainstorm for future activities and practices for your Hydroponic Classrooms.

Thursday. June 6, 2024 | 9am – 1:30pm | Register Here

three young students hold lettuce harvested from hydroponic systems and smile

Climate Action Day Workshop PD: Water

Join us in a NY Sun Works Professional Learning session to prepare for your last NYC Climate Action Day! The Climate Action Day focused on Water will take place on Wednesday, June 12. This session will give you time to plan! We will share NY Sun Works learning resources, lessons, and units related to engaging students in water and ocean conservation and action projects. You and your fellow partner teachers will brainstorm and come up with the plans to implement this in your hydroponic classrooms and schools!

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 | 3-4 pm | Register Here
Thursday, May 30, 2024 | 3-4 pm | Register Here

NY Sun Works Partnership Info Sessions

Are you interested in bringing a NY Sun Works hydroponic farm classroom to your school? Join us for an information session to learn more about our program, hear about grants available for hydroponic classrooms including capital funding, and ask our team any questions you may have. Registration is now available for Zoom information sessions, please spread the word!

The 13th Annual Discovering Sustainability Science Youth Conference

The Youth Conference is an annual celebration of science and a student showcase where Farmer Scientists from our partner schools take the stage to share their projects and research in the world of climate science. This year’s conference will be held on Thursday May 23, 2024 at the iconic Javits Center, where students in grades 3-12 will present live to our audience of students, educators, guest speakers, elected officials, and more. Registration for this year’s conference is now open to NY Sun Works partner schools! For more information, please join one of our Youth Conference Info Sessions, also found on our Upcoming Events Calendar.

Thursday, May 23, 2024 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm (Doors Open @ 9:30 am) – Register Here

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