School forests are places where education happens...outdoors. Public and private schools can designate a nearby forest or part of their schoolground as their outdoor classroom. The goal of the program is to get more classes learning outdoors, more often. The program connects teachers with a variety of outdoor lessons that meet standards in math, reading, science, social studies, art, and P.E. The program also connects schools with local DNR foresters who advise on how to manage the land.

The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board (EQB) is a forum for leadership and coordination across Minnesota state agencies on complex, priority environmental issues. As a public-facing board, the EQB strives to engage Minnesotans and provide greater access to conversations regarding the future of our environment. The EQB's mission is to enhance Minnesota's environmental quality for current and future generations by leading interagency work to advance meaningful public engagement and facilitate informed decision-making on critical environmental issues.

Mission: To help children grow cognitively, physically, socially and emotionally; developing the self-help skills necessary to achieve lifelong independence and success. In doing so, I partner with parents; working to build a relationship of mutual trust and respect. Vision: To support children in developing a lifelong love of learning and acquiring the skills needed to reach their full potential and lead happy and fulfilled lives, while fostering a deep connection with nature so they grow into adults who love and care for the natural world.