EnviroLearn: Leadership Edition

Virginia Science leaders, Curriculum Specialists, Science Directors, Sustainability Directors, Assistant Superintendents, Superintendents...anyone who supports or manages Virginia K-12 classroom science teachers, this free opportunity is for you. This is a 3-day, 2-night professional learning experience focused on environmental sciences. You'll meet experts who can support educators in the classroom, and you'll leave with new contacts, equipment and resources. We recognize the challenge to keep science instructional time a priority and will focus on opportunities to integrate science curriculum into other content areas. Expect archery, caving, star programs, macroinvertebrates, campfires, speakers and hands-on learning. This event will take place at Claytor Lake State Park from 1 p.m. Oct. 6 through 1 p.m. Oct. 8. We will provide all meals, materials and lodging. Applications are due no later than Aug. 10, 2026, at 11:30 p.m. 20 accepted applicants will be notified the week of Aug. 17.