Join us for the Project Learning Tree, Project WET, and Project WILD Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas from May 13-17, 2024!

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Better Together: Our Environmental Education Ecosystem

For the first time in over 25 years, Project Learning Tree (PLTree), Project WET, and Project WILD are coming together for a joint conference! The 2024 conference will bring together over 200 thought leaders in environmental education to learn best practices, network, and increase the delivery of PLTree-WET-WILD programming in classrooms and communities across the country.

Who should attend?

  • PLTree/WET/WILD State Coordinators and Facilitators
  • School/District Administrators
  • Science/Environmental Education Curriculum Leads
  • Individuals responsible for leading professional development at your school or district

The conference focuses on providing professional development for our environmental education leaders, who collectively train thousands of educators annually with an estimated reach of over 2.5 million students each year, and is essential to growing and improving programming that connects young people to the outdoors.

Full conference schedule coming soon!

ADD TO CALENDAR

Join us for the Project Learning Tree, Project WET, and Project WILD Annual Conference in San Antonio, Texas from May 13-17, 2024!

Better Together: Our Environmental Education Ecosystem

For the first time in over 25 years, Project Learning Tree (PLTree), Project WET, and Project WILD are coming together for a joint conference! The 2024 Annual Conference brings together over 200 thought leaders in environmental education to learn best practices, network, and increase the delivery of PLTree-WET-WILD programming in classrooms and communities across the country.

Who should attend?

  • PLTree/WET/WILD State Coordinators and Facilitators
  • School/District Administrators
  • Science/Environmental Education Curriculum Leads
  • Individuals responsible for leading professional development at your school or district

The conference focuses on providing professional development for our environmental education leaders, who collectively train thousands of educators annually with an estimated reach of over 2.5 million students each year, and is essential to growing and improving programming that connects young people to the outdoors.

Full conference schedule coming soon!

ADD TO CALENDAR

REGISTRATION AND TRAVEL

Register now and book your accommodation to participate in an exciting environmental education event to learn and exchange best practices, network, and increase the delivery of PLTree-WET-WILD programming in classrooms and communities across the country!

REGISTER NOW
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WHY ATTEND?

PLTree, WET, WILD State Coordinators & Facilitators
Benefits of attending:

  • Expand your network with State Coordinators and Facilitators to forge valuable connections!
  • Master best practices and gain access to the latest and most effective techniques for delivering professional development!
  • Education is constantly evolving. Stay ahead of the curve - it is crucial to be at the forefront of educational innovation.
  • Boost your PLT/WET/WILD capacity by discovering valuable insights and strategies to strengthen the capacity of your programs to drive your initiatives to greater success!

School & District Administrators, Science & Environmental Education Curriculum Leads


Benefits of attending:

  • Connect with environmental education leaders, exchange ideas, collaborate on initiatives, and tap into the wealth of expertise within your community.
  • Empower student growth and explore how environmental stewardship can be a lens through which students achieve holistic growth.
  • Enrich your schools by acquiring practical knowledge on implementing PLTree/WET/WILD PreK-12 resources to enhance your curriculum and enrich learning experiences for students.
  • Elevate your ability to empower educators within your District with valuable insights and strategies.
  • Ensure that your environmental education programs are not only inspiring but also fully aligned with the standards and drive excellence in education.

Individuals who Lead Professional Development in Schools/Districts

Benefits of attending:

  • Gain insights into the latest and most successful strategies that will empower you to support and inspire your fellow educators.
  • Your network is your greatest asset, tapping into the vast pool of knowledge within your community.
  • Expertise at your fingertips, you will become the go-to expert in environmental education, driving positive change within your educational community.
  • Explore the path to becoming a certified facilitator to lead PLTree/WET/WILD professional development in your school, District, and community.

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

MONDAY

AM | Pre-Conference Tri-Program Educator Training (Coordinators & Facilitators invited to observe). Arrivals & Registration

LUNCH | Lunch on your own

PM | Pre-Conference Tri-Program Educator Training Part II (Educators Only)

DINNER | Official Conference Opening Remarks and Keynote Speaker

TUESDAY

AM | Tri-Program General Sessions

LUNCH | Tri-Program Awards Luncheon

PM | PLTree-specific Coordinator Meetings, Concurrent Sessions for Non-Coordinators, Limited Space Field Learning Experience

DINNER | Optional Meet-Up Night in San Antonio

WEDNESDAY

AM | Project WET-specific Coordinator Meetings, PLTree-specific local schools engagement outing for PLT Coordinators and EOC Members, Concurrent Sessions for Non-Coordinators, Limited Space Field Learning Experiences

LUNCH | Lunch on your own

PM | Concurrent Sessions led by Coordinators and National staff from all 3 Programs and EE Partners, Tri-Program General Session

DINNER | Dinner on your own

THURSDAY

AM | Project WILD-specific Coordinator Meetings, Concurrent Sessions for Non-Coordinators, Limited Space Field Learning Experiences

LUNCH | Lunch on your own

PM | Show-and-Tell Exhibition, Concurrent Sessions led by Coordinators and National Staff from all 3 Programs and EE Partners, Tri-Program General Session

DINNER | Closing Dinner for Conference

FRIDAY

Optional Add-On Post-Conference Excursions

SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship is one of the best ways to support environmental education, forest literacy, and career pathways. We hope you’ll consider a sponsorship opportunity in support of this exciting and educational conference in San Antonio, Texas.

Your sponsorship will help to ensure this year’s PLTree-WET-WILD Annual Conference continues to deliver dynamic speakers, invaluable networking opportunities and sessions offering engaging discussions around environmental education.

We also have opportunities to connect with our growing network by exhibiting at this year's conference. Foster new relationships, identify potential partnerships, and share your resources and services with the over 200 individuals attending.

BECOME A SPONSOR

CONTACT US

Sponsors & Exhibitors

If you have any questions or require assistance with sponsorship, please contact Rocco Saracina at [email protected].

Conference


If you have questions about sessions, topics, or general conference questions, please contact Kate Nagle at
[email protected].