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The Power of Outdoor Spaces - How the Design & Use of Learning Environments can Impact Education
Did you know...THE ENVIRONMENT IS THE THIRD TEACHER ? *
* There are three teachers of children: adults, other children, and their physical environment. --Loris Malaguzzi
Well-designed outdoor spaces make a tremendous difference in the way children play and learn, yet are largely ignored in the current school design process. Come learn the developmental needs and design principles that shape effective outdoor learning and play spaces, as well as how schools can make great use of them to benefit children.
Presenters include:
Sashie Misner, Landscape Architect, Mitchell & Associate
Amy Segal, Landscape Architect, Terrence J. DeWan & Associates
Vicki Stewart, Principal, Central School, South Berwick
Workshop Facilitator: Laura Newman, School Ground Greening Coordinator, Portland Trails
AIA/ASLA Continuing Education Credits available for Landscape Architects & Architects
This workshop made possible thanks to generous grants from
the Quimby Family Foundation and the Maine Community Foundation
and sponsorship by the Maine Association of Landscape Architects
Program Schedule:
8:30-9am Registration, Coffee
9:00-9:20 "Child's Play" Then & Now: Introductory Activity & Presentation
9:20-9:40 School Ground Research & Design principles
9:50 Grounds for learning examples of great projects, local and beyond
Highlighted Element: creative use of water features for play, learning & drainage/erosion issues on school sites.
11:30 Administrator's Case Study: Central School, South Berwick
12-12:45 Lunch & Lunchtime activity
12:45-1:15 Barriers & Strategies: Effective School Ground Design Process
1:15-1:30 Wrap-up Activity
1:30-2:00 Informal discussion for moving forward (optional) with a formalized design process and criteria list for municipal school departments and state DOEs.
**IF YOU NEED TO PAY BY CHECK PLEASE CONTACT LAURA at laura@trails.org to register!**
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LocationGulf of Maine Research Institute (View)
350 Commercial Street
Portland, ME 04101
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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