Program Name: Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education

Program Contact: Katie Navin, Program Coordinator - 303-273-9527

Program Website: www.caee.org

Program Overview:
CAEE is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the expanding needs of the environmental education community and striving to advance environmental education. As a strong professional association, CAEE provides leadership, promotes professionalism and quality, facilitates good communications and coordination, and establishes a forum for sharing innovations and best practices. It is a neutral and objective source of information related to environmental education in Colorado, and a voice for EE's important role in the balance between societal needs and environmental quality. 

CAEE key programs include: professional development through regional networks across the state, virtual networks and discussion forums, awards and recognition program, advocacy for environmental education, annual conference, certification of environmental educators, and the Colorado Environmental Film Festival.

In addition, The Teacher Liaison Network is a network of individuals (preferably one from each school) who are dedicated to environmental education and are willing to share resources with their colleagues. Teacher Liaisons receive free membership to CAEE for helping to distribute resources and information forwarded by CAEE. CAEE also hosts an online Directory of many of the organizations providing environmental education in Colorado, where you can find field trip locations, contact information, and resources to help you in your classroom.

CAEE is also actively involved in promoting environmental education in formal classrooms through their involvement with state educational standards revision and the development of legislation that will support environmental education.

BVSD audience:
Our members include teachers, students, informal educators, public agency employees, businesses, retirees, and many more from all over the state that are implementing or are interested in environmental education.

History:
CAEE was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in 1989 to serve the shared interests of public agencies, businesses, teachers, community organizations and individuals distributing and using environmental education materials and programs. It has grown to include over 700 members, 150 active volunteers, four staff, and 25 recognized programs.

How do you advertise your program?:
CAEE participates in several conferences and tabling events throughout the year to reach new potential members and markets programs to a growing database of members, volunteers, and contacts. Email announcements are sent to a variety of list serves and online communities. Press releases are sent to a variety of media contacts for several of the larger programs and events.

Is your program available upon request?:
Many of CAEE’s trainings and professional development opportunities can be brought to a school or group of educators, like Resource Review Trainings.

How much does your program cost schools?  How is your program funded?:
Many CAEE programs are free or discounted for members. Costs vary. Programs are funded through grants, sponsorships, program fees, membership fees, and individual donations.