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- Schools
- Administrators
- Teachers
- Facilities and Maintenance Personnel
- School Nurses
- Parents
- Prospective Teachers
Prospective Teacher Training in Chemical Management
Benefits
Protect the health and safety of children and school personnel
Demonstrate leadership
Prevent school closures
Protect the environment
Save money, reduce liability
The Schools Chemical Cleanout Campaign (SC3) aims to ensure that all schools are free from hazards associated with mismanaged chemicals. SC3 gives K-12 schools information and tools to manage chemicals responsibly.
Teach Green!
Education is the foundation for a brighter future. Teachers can make lasting impressions on students' lives with their teaching methods in the classroom. However, sustaining a healthy and safe environment in which students learn is important as well.
Who Are Prospective Teachers?
Prospective teachers are students who are currently studying or taking coursework in order to become teachers in K-12 schools.
You can make an impact by doing the following:
- Learn about chemical hazards and safety practices
in science, vocational and art classes.
- American
Chemical Society - Chemical Education
- The
Association for Science Teacher Education
- National
Science Teachers Association Preservice and
New Teachers
- Environmental Health & Safety in the Arts: A Guide for K-12 Schools, Colleges and Artisans
- Environmental Compliance and Best Management Practices: Guidance Manual for K-12 Schools
- Plan classroom activities using the smallest amounts of the least hazardous chemicals possible
"My background is in education with a concentration in science. I don't know about all of the chemicals that are being used in my school. So being taught by someone with the right expertise about how to safely handle and store all kinds of chemicals in my school really gives me peace of mind." - Janet Miele, Chair of Science Department, Woonsocket High School (RI)
- American
Chemical Society - Chemical Education
- Purchase only the amount of chemicals needed
- Ensure that your lab or classroom is equipped to handle potential mishaps associated with chemicals
To learn more about safe chemical handling and disposal practices, developing a chemical management program, and greening your lesson plans, visit the Resources page.