Educator Workshops

Overview

The Project WET program offers an array of workshops to all formal and informal West Virginia Educators. Download our Workshop Fact Sheet to learn how to work with the Coordinator to set up a workshop for your organization, what attendees will receive, and the time allotment and grade level preferences for each workshop.

All Project WET workshops are engaging...motivating... fun... interactive... and activity oriented. Because Project WET is a multi-disciplinary program, the Coordinator can design workshops to meet the needs of specific organization by focusing on subjects, such as science, social studies, math or language arts, or water topics, such as stormwater education.

Educational standards may be viewed and downloaded from the Project WET Foundation website. Contact the Coordinator for more information.

Contact Us

Tomi Bergstrom
Project WET Program & Western Basin Coordinator
601 57th Street SE
Charleston, WV 25304
Phone: (304) 926-0499 x43862
Email: Tomi.M.Bergstrom@wv.gov

How Can I Sign Up for a Project WET Educator Workshop?

Contact your state coordinator to determine a date for a free workshop. Review the Workshop Fact Sheet for a concise overview of all trainings that are offered through Project WET or view our complete list below to see which workshops are available virtually, in person, or blended.

Workshops with a six hour requirement can be completed in a day or over the course of two days and they can be tailored to specific water topics, subject areas, or grade levels.

Generally, a minimum of 10 participants is required for all workshops.

Workshop Resources

• Workshop Fact Sheet
• Project WET Educational Standards

Project WET Foundations of Water Education Workshop

Grade Level: K - 12
Time: 2-6 Hours
Availability: In-Person, Virtual, or Blended Workshops are offered under special circumstances.

Packed with 12 meticulously curated activities, this guide empowers educators to seamlessly integrate essential water literacy concepts into their curriculum. Unlock the keys to comprehensive water education through engaging lessons that explore the intricate components of our water ecosystems. From understanding the water cycle to delving into watershed dynamics, each activity is crafted to captivate young minds and foster a deeper appreciation for our planet's most precious resource. Obtaining this invaluable resource is simple: participate in our comprehensive training program, available either through an immersive in-person workshop or conveniently online via our River membership platform. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to inspire the next generation of water stewards. Join us in shaping a brighter, more water-conscious future!

Includes free access to the Project WET Water Education Portal, a copy of the guide, and a certificate of completion.

Getting Little Feet WET Workshop

Grade Level: Pre-K - 2
Time: 2-3 Hours
Availability: Virtually and In-Person

Developed in coordination with early childhood experts and educators, Getting Little Feet Wet is designed to help educators of young children teach about water in fun, age-appropriate ways. This book contains 11 interactive, hands-on activities for young learners to explore different aspects of water—from water properties to water sounds. Each activity offers both Pre-K and K-2 options and is correlated to educational standards.

WOW! The Wonders of Wetlands Workshop

Grade Level: K - 12
Time: 6 Hours
Availability: In-Person, Virtual or Blended Workshops are offered under Special Circumstances

With 70 pages of background material followed by more than 40 cross-referenced activities, the WOW! The Wonders of Wetlands Educator Guide is a valuable resource for K-12 teachers. Every page is thoughtfully laid out with informative text, stunning photography, along with easy-to-read sidebars, maps and illustrations. Activities are neatly organized into five sections: wetlands definitions, wetlands plants and animals, water quality and supply issues, soils and people. The appendix also provides instructions for planning and developing a schoolyard wetland habitat.

Climate, Water, and Resilience Workshop

Grade Level: 6 - 12
Time: 6 Hours
Availability: In-Person, Virtual or Blended Workshops are offered under Special Circumstances

The Climate, Water, and Resilience Educator Guide will help educators teach middle school and high school aged students about climate and climate change using nine interactive, objective, science-based activities that students will enjoy. All activities are correlated to NGSS and Common Core Math and ELA standards.

Healthy Water, Healthy People Workshop

Grade Level: 6 - 12
Time: 6 Hours
Availability: In-Person Only

Yielding in-depth information about ten water quality parameters, the Healthy Water Healthy People Field Monitoring Guide answers questions about water quality testing using technical overviews, data interpretation guidelines, case studies, chemical formulas, laboratory demonstrations and much more.

Project WET Sampler Workshop

Grade Level: K - 12
Time: 1-3 Hours
Availability: Virtually, In-Person, and Blended

Featuring seven water-science activities carefully selected from the award-winning, NSTA-recommended Project WET Curriculum and Activity Guide 2.0, the Project WET Curriculum and Activity Guide 2.0 SAMPLER offers a mixture of new activities and updated versions of old favorites.

More Information

• Project WET Sampler Workshop ​