July 26, 2010
Deadline Oct 2010, Early Bird, Elementary School, Environment, Middle School, Science
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The American Geological Institute (AGI) is sponsoring three national contests for Earth Science Week 2010. The photography, visual arts, and essay contests allow both students and the general public to participate in the celebration, learn about Earth science, and compete for prizes. Read the rest…
July 12, 2010
Deadline On GOING, Early Bird, Elementary School, Environment, High School, History, K-12, Library, Middle School, Writing
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The John Muir Youth 
Award aims to encourage young people to get involved in conservation and the protection of wilderness and biological diversity. This award is NOT a competition. If your students complete the project according to the five criteria, they will receive a certificate for their achievements.
Details: CLICK HERE
July 12, 2010
Deadline On GOING, Early Bird, Elementary School, Environment, Middle School, Social_Responsibility
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Do you know a kid who is giving back to his or her community in a way that makes the environment better for the future? Nominate that girl or boy today to join Radio Disney’s Team Green. Details: CLICK HERE
July 9, 2010
Deadline On GOING, Early Bird, Environment, High School, Middle School, Science
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The program encourages middle and high school students in accredited public and private schools across the United States to develop and implement environmental programs that positively impact their communities. Teams are invited to participate in three initial challenges, each addressing a different environmental element — land, water, and air/climate. Teams are invited to participate in as many of the challenges as they choose. Submission dates differ for each challenge. Details: CLICK HERE
July 8, 2010
Deadline On GOING, Environment, K-12, Science
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The National Energy Education Development Project develops curriculum and conducts teacher training for K-12 teachers and students. The program is focused on the production, uses and science of energy in all its forms. The program’s website includes curriculum materials, professional development, evaluation tools, and an awards program. Details: CLICK HERE
July 5, 2010
Art, Deadline Sep 2010, Environment, K-12, National Contest
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Save the Frogs, a nonprofit organization dedicated to amphibian conservation, invites you to create cool artwork that features frogs and says SAVE THE FROGS! or savethefrogs.com (or both) somewhere on it. The grand prize winner receives $100. Top prize winners may also see their artwork featured on Save the Frogs products. The contest runs through September 29, 2010. Details: Click Here
July 4, 2010
Deadline Sep 2010, Environment, High School, Middle School, National Contest
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Turn your love of birds and photography into a dream trip to the Galapagos, the Peruvian Amazon, or wild Belize in the second annual Audubon Magazine Photography Awards. Each participant can submit up to 10 photos, so you have 10 chances to win. Your winning entry will appear in the January-February 2011 issue of Audubon and in Nature’s Best Photography. Read the rest…
July 3, 2010
Art, Deadline Sep 2010, Environment, K-12, National Contest
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PBS’s Design Squad wants you to recycle, reuse, and re-engineer everyday materials into an out-of-the box invention! Kids ages 5-19 are eligible to enter. The three grand prize winners will appear on the TV show Design Squad! Apply online by September 5, 2010. For all details CLICK HERE Read the rest…
July 1, 2010
Deadline Aug 2010, Environment, K-12
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The Green Education Foundation is calling on schools and youth groups nationwide to plant 10,000 classroom and outdoor gardens. All participants have an opportunity to be awarded $5,000 in recognition of their garden project. This program runs through August 31, 2010. Details: CLICK HERE
June 29, 2010
Deadline Aug 2010, Environment, Film, K-12
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The EcoFocus Film Festival is a celebration of environmental films. Its mission is to screen diverse, high-quality films that promote discussion and inspire audiences into awareness and action on behalf of the environment. Films may be any genre or style, but should somehow relate to the environment.
Entries are due August 1, 2010. Details: CLICK HERE