Survey Results
The Eco-Schools USA Year 3 Survey
The Eco-Schools USA program launched two years ago in 2009. By the end of the 2011-2012 school year, there were almost 2000 registered Eco-Schools located in 49 states, plus the District of Columbia. An online survey was created on May 8, 2012 and sent via email to all registered Eco-Schools. We received 95 responses to the survey. The following results are based on these 95 responses.
The intent of the survey was to a) determine the scope and level of activity by the registered Eco-School; b) determine the effectiveness of the program in three critical areas: academic change, behavioral change, and school footprint change; c) discover what challenges teachers face in implementing the program; and d) to receive necessary feedback from our Eco-Schools on how we can improve the program.
The survey data shows that the program is effective in improving the overall school’s environmental footprint; that it does improve student behavior, morale, attitude and academic scores/interest; and that there are still real challenges for teachers in implementing the program and integrating it into curricula.
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To find out more about how the Eco-Schools USA program can improve student performance, reduce your school's environmental footprint and facilities expenses, and contribute positively to your community, visit "How Can Eco-Schools USA Benefit Your School?"