About Project WET
What: Project WET (Water Education Today) is an international, interdisciplinary, water science and education program for formal and non-formal educators of K-12 students that is dedicated to solving critical environmental challenges by teaching the world about water. We do this by providing hands-on, science-based water education resources to formal and non-formal educators around the world. These resources encourage responsible environmental stewardship and promote meaningful action to address environmental challenges, climate change, social justice, and sustainability.
Who: Michigan Project WET has a network of facilitators across the state who offer professional development for educators, both formal and non-formal. Professional development is offered both virtually and in-person. The length of professional development depends on educator needs and the featured curriculum unit.
How: Project WET has several curriculum offerings for educators. The conceptual framework of the Water Literacy Principles is the foundational element of the curricula. Project WET curriculum activities are accurate and science-based, incorporate inquiry-based strategies, adaptable, relevant, and solutions-oriented.
Why: Project WET has global reach with local impact. Project WET is invested in the future of local communities and the planet to inspire the next generation of water stewards.
Do you want to be trained in the newest guide available through Michigan Project WET?
Upcoming Workshops
June 11: Grand Traverse Conservation District- Triple workshop! Training will be offered in Project WET, Project WILD, and PLT. The Project WET guide featured in this workshop is the Foundations of Water Education Guide.
November 6: Missaukee Conservation District Renewable Roots Retreat- Training in the new Project WET Water and Earth Systems Guide will be one of the featured sessions!
Workshops can be organized for your group! Michigan Project WET offers virtual, hybrid, and in-person workshops. If you have a group of educators interested in scheduling a workshop, please reach out to Amanda Syers.
Curriculum Guides
Michigan Project WET offers workshops with curriculum guides that are relevant to today's water issues! The newest guide is The Foundations of Water Education. Another favorite with educators is the Climate, Water & Resilience Guide.
The Foundations of Water Education Guide contains 12 activities designed to empower educators to seamlessly integrate essential water literacy concepts into their curriculum.
From understanding the water cycle to delving into watershed dynamics, each activity is designed to foster a deeper appreciation for our planet's most precious resource for K-12 students.
Project WET's hands-on, science-based Climate, Water & Resilience curriculum helps educators feel confident addressing climate change in the classroom and beyond. Aligned with Common Core and NGSS standards, this program guides teachers and students through nine engaging activities that empower them to combat climate change and build a more resilient future.
Which Project WET Guide do you want to be trained in first? Project WET Activities are aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core standards and Michigan Project WET Facilitators are available to lead you through a custom workshop experience! In addition to the Foundations of Water Education and Climate, Water & Resilience Guides, other favorite guides include:
- Getting Little Feet WET: Pre K- Grade 2
- 11 interactive, hands-on activities for young learners to explore different aspects of water—from water properties to water sounds.
- Healthy Water Healthy People: Grades 6- College
- 25 activities to raise the awareness and understanding of water quality issues and their relationship to personal, public and environmental health
- Project WET Sampler: Grades K-12
- 7 educator favorite activities as a sample of what Project WET has to offer
Coming Soon! Additional Project WET Guides are in the publication process. Check back soon for new workshop offerings!
Have questions or want to learn more? Contact Michigan Project WET!
Michigan Project WET is coordinated by Amanda Syers at the Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute of Grand Valley State University.
Michigan Project WET
Grand Valley State University - AWRI
740 W. Shoreline Dr. Muskegon, MI 49441
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 616-331-3792