Celebrating 28 years!
Nearly 2,800 graduates since 1993 The Forestry Institute for Teachers is a
teacher education program sponsored by the California Society of American Foresters. NOTE: The start of the FIT application process has been postponed until February 1, 2021. While there is cause for optimism, there remains considerable uncertainty about our ability to host the 2021 sessions. Request a reminder here
The California Society of American Foresters and the many FIT collaborators are hopeful that a 2021 FIT program will be offered. Of course this decision is dependent on a COVID-19 safe environment.
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The Forestry Institute for Teachers is high-quality professional development program that provides cross-curriculum (Math, Language Arts, Science, History, etc.) training that emphasizes and models Next Generation Science Standards, STEAM and Common Core while examining current forestry issues.
The Forestry Institute for Teachers is a multi-day residence workshop developed by the California Society of American Foresters, University of California Cooperative Extension, Shasta County Office of Education, The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, and Project Learning Tree. The FIT Program is underwritten by a consortium of public and private sources. Since 1993, over 2,800 teachers have graduated from the program. The goal of FIT is to provide K-12 teachers with knowledge, skills and tools to effectively teach their students about forest ecology and forest resource management practices using award winning environmental education curriculum; Project Learning Tree and Project WET. The program brings together natural resource specialists and teachers from rural and urban settings for one week, working side by side to gain a deeper understanding of forest ecosystems and human use of natural resources. |
2021 FIT sessions
Below are tentative dates for a COVID-19 safe condition. June 13-19, Plumas County June 20-26, Tuolumne County July 4-10, Shasta County July 11-17, Humboldt County FIT Facts!
* Next Generation Science,
STEAM & Common Core * Project Learning Tree and Project WET. * Professional development program that is also FUN. * ALL California teachers eligible. * Bring a TEAM! Excellent team building opportunity. * PASSIONATE staff who are dedicated, knowledgeable, and experienced. * It's FREE!! (Except for $25 application before March 15, $75 after and travel cost to site.) |
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To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.