Connecticut Green LEAF Schools

Why should you "Green" your school?

Green schools create healthy, productive learning environments for students and teachers. Studies show that green schools raise student achievement and save money, while improving the health of students and staff.

Environmental education provides a focus for learning in all content areas and builds critical thinking skills.

  • Students are more engaged and become empowered to make a difference in their school and community.
  • Students gain essential skills that contribute to a vibrant economy and more sustainable communities.
Connecticut Green LEAF Schools will recognize schools that have attained significant progress toward greening their schools, as well as those that are just beginning.
 

Congratulations to the Connecticut Honorees

for the 2013 Green Ribbon Schools

Barnard Environmental Studies Magnet Schools

New Haven Common Ground High School

New Haven Environmental Sciences Magnet at Mary Hooker, Hartford

Announced by US Department of Education April 22, 2013
 
Schools Participating in Connecticut Green LEAF
Common Ground High School, New Haven, 9-21-12
The Environmental Magnet School at Mary Hooker, Hartford, 9-21-12
Two Rivers Magnet High School, Hartford, 10-3-12
Barnard Environmental Studies Magnet School, New Haven, 10-12-12
Medical Professions & Teacher Preparation Academy, Windsor, 10-15-12
 
 

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Connecticut Green LEAF Schools is a collaborative effort of
CT Department of Education, CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, CT Department of Public Health, CT Department of Construction Services, as well as many environmental and educational organizations to promote green and healthy schools for all.

For questions about the CT Green LEAF program contact ctgreenleaf@ctgreenschools.org