An Education Community Webinar x Plants and Climate Change Education (PLACCE) Conversation
Trees symbolize climate action, but they are also living systems we can observe, care for, and learn from throughout our lives. How can urban forests support climate education across generations, especially as cities face growing environmental pressures? Drawing on Project Learning Tree (PLT) resources and urban forestry practice through the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), this session explores how trees connect climate mitigation and adaptation in everyday places. From K–12 learning, to partnerships with urban forest practitioners that inform planting and long-term care, to later-life practices of mindful observation, participants will leave with practical ways to strengthen stewardship and climate action across a lifetime of learning. This event will be guest moderated by educators from Trees Atlanta, who will also share information about their work connecting climate change education and urban forestry.
Speakers:
- Meagan (Meg) Hanna, Director of Urban and Community Forestry – Canada, Sustainable Forestry Initiative
- Jaclyn (Jackie) Stallard, Curriculum Advisor and Network Lead, Project Learning Tree
- Starr Whitten, Education Senior Manager, Trees Atlanta
- Emily Hestness, Senior Educator, U.S. Botanic Garden
- Libby Rhoads, U.S. Botanic Garden
- Sarah Fiorello, Cornell Botanic Gardens
Cost: Free for Members; $15 for Non-Members.
This event is hosted via Zoom with closed captioning and will be recorded for later access in the Library/Media Center approximately one week following the event. Attendees are strictly prohibited from using personal AI notetaking tools or other unauthorized recording devices. Please note that this event is governed by the Association’s Code of Professional Ethics and Anti-Harassment Policy, ensuring a harassment-free environment for all participants. For complete details on conduct, recording, and all professional development policies, please review the full statements or contact info@publicgardens.org for questions.
Education & Science Professional Development Track supported by: Ball Horticultural Company
The statements and opinions expressed by panelists, hosts, attendees, or other participants of this event are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of, nor are endorsed by, the American Public Gardens Association.
