BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Green Schools National Network - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Green Schools National Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134643 CREATED:20250721T174413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T180804Z UID:10000066-1776182400-1776186000@greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org SUMMARY:April 2026 Community of Practice DESCRIPTION:Leading with Nature: Biomimicry for Systems Change – Part 1\n“What if the natural world could teach us how to lead\, innovate\, and transform our schools? \nThis session launches a two-part series exploring biomimicry as a powerful framework for leadership\, problem-solving\, and whole-school transformation. \nTogether\, we’ll examine how principles inspired by nature can guide us toward more resilient systems\, creative solutions\, and sustainable school cultures\, from classrooms to district leadership. \nJoin us as we tap into nature’s genius to imagine what’s possible for education.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now! URL:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/events/april-2026-community-of-practice/ LOCATION:GSNN Online CATEGORIES:Community of Practice Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CommunityofPractice.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260425 DTSTAMP:20260403T134643 CREATED:20250721T174541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T211643Z UID:10000067-1776988800-1777075199@greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org SUMMARY:GreenSpark 2026 DESCRIPTION:GreenSpark- A National Showcase of Student-Led Sustainability Projects – Celebrating Youth Voice\, Vision\, and Action\nGreenSpark is a national live showcase celebrating student voice\, creativity\, and climate action. \nThis virtual event brings together classrooms and school communities from across the country to spotlight the sustainability projects students have designed and led from garden initiatives to zero-waste campaigns and energy solutions. \nIn real-time sessions\, students will present their work to a national audience of peers and educators\, sharing ideas\, outcomes\, and the impact they’re making in their schools and communities. \nWhether you tune in as a class or an individual\, Spark is a space to be inspired by young changemakers and to celebrate what’s possible when students lead the way toward a greener future. URL:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/events/greenschools-spark/ LOCATION:GSNN Online CATEGORIES:GreenSchool Spark END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134643 CREATED:20250721T174727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T174727Z UID:10000068-1777996800-1778000400@greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org SUMMARY:May 2026 Community of Practice DESCRIPTION:Leading with Nature: Biomimicry for Systems Change – Part 2\nIn Part 2 of our biomimicry series\, we move from inspiration to application.\n\nBuilding on the foundations of nature-inspired leadership and systems thinking\, this session dives deeper into how biomimicry can drive real change in schools from classroom practices to campus operations and culture. \nThrough real-world examples and interactive dialogue\, we’ll explore how educators and leaders are applying biomimicry principles to solve complex challenges\, foster innovation\, and guide whole-school transformation rooted in sustainability and resilience. \nCome ready to imagine\, design\, and lead with nature as your mentor. URL:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/events/may-2026-community-of-practice/ LOCATION:GSNN Online CATEGORIES:Community of Practice Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CommunityofPractice.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T134643 CREATED:20250721T174834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T150654Z UID:10000069-1778601600-1778605200@greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org SUMMARY:May 2026 Catalyst Leaders Meeting DESCRIPTION:Nature as Teacher: Outdoor Learning and Community-Centered Solutions\nDiscover how nature can inspire deeper learning\, healthier environments\, and stronger communities. \nThis session highlights innovative nature-based approaches to teaching\, school design\, and collaboration showcasing how schools are using the natural world to foster student well-being\, environmental literacy\, and meaningful community engagement. \nCome explore real-world examples and gather ideas to bring nature into the heart of your school’s vision for learning and transformation. URL:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/events/may-2026-catalyst-leaders-meeting/ LOCATION:GSNN Online CATEGORIES:Catalyst Leaders Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greenschoolsnationalnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/CLM.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR