Event Date: April 13-19, 2025
What is the Maryland Climate Teach-in?
The Maryland Climate Teach-In is an annual week of events focused on climate change education and solutions. It brings together educators, students, and community members to discuss this critical issue and empower people to act to mitigate the causes of climate change.
The Teach-In was introduced in 2023 by the
Maryland Commission on Climate Change and has grown ever since. Last year more than 70 educators from across the state participated through engaging activities and discussions.
Why participate?
Start meaningful conversations about climate change
Connect climate science to real-world impacts and solutions
Inspire students and community members to get involved and take action
Who can participate?
Schools (pre-/primary/middle/high schools and higher education)
Community organizations
Governmental agencies
Non-profits/non-government organizations
Museums
Faith-based groups
Anywhere people come together!
How do I incorporate climate into my education plan?
There are so many ways to incorporate climate change in any subject matter. Below are just a few ideas.
Conducting a climate focused Q&A
Making journal entries and organizing community circles with prompts on climate change topics
Welcoming guest speakers
Exploring the challenges of measuring the impacts of climate changes
Learning about the water cycle
Creating posters or postcards explaining a concept or encouraging individual action
Welcoming a guest speaker
Examining reuse and repurposing
Investigating adaptation and mitigation measures
Calculating individual carbon footprints
Watching a climate related video
Holding class in an outdoor classroom
Investigating waste diversion
