Announcing the UVTPC 2025 Conference Workshop Lineup!

2024 workshop attendees got their hands dirty planting trees with Michael Gamache—learning how to green their schools and communities for the future.

Last year’s UVTPC Conference was described by attendees as “vibrant,” “very

dynamic,” and “a wonderful day of connection.” One participant summed it up beautifully:

“It was wonderful to connect and re-connect with so many educators and providers, and be inspired and invigorated with the workshops and presentations.”

🎥 Curious what made 2024 such a blast? Relive the magic from last year’s conference.

Building on that energy, we’re excited to share a preview of this year’s workshop lineup—a mix of sessions that span Pre-K through high school and offer insight and inspiration for teachers, administrators, and environmental educators alike.

You’ll get to explore workshops across our three conference strands—Agents of Change, Care in Community, and Rooted in Place. Below is a spotlight on one workshop from each strand to give you a taste of what’s ahead.

Workshop Spotlights

🌟 Agents of Change: Student Voice, Action, and Community Stewardship

The Solstice Project: A Network for Climate Leadership & Action in Education

Vermont Academy educators share their journey toward becoming a climate-forward school, offering a model for how students can step into leadership roles that connect curriculum with real-world change.

🤝 Care in Community: Supporting Each Other Through Partnership

Cooking Like a Middle Schooler: Empowering Young Chefs Through Hands-On Learning Hands-on cooking turns the classroom into a place of creativity, collaboration, and delicious discovery. This workshop highlights strategies for engaging middle schoolers in food, teamwork, and community building.

🌍 Rooted in Place: Cultivating Belonging and Connection

Bring Magic & Wonder to Outdoor Learning

Inspired by Thomas Dambo’s giant Trolls, a kindergarten team launched a storytelling-driven adventure that connected children to nature through play, wonder, and stewardship.

And that’s just the beginning—from digital storytelling to composting, sustainable art-making to equity in climate education, this year’s workshops promise something for everyone.

👉 Click here to see the full lineup of workshops.

Early Bird Treat!

Our Early Bird Treat is back—now a beloved UVTPC Fall Conference tradition! Educators deserve a little fun, and what better way to wrap up a day of professional learning and connection than with locally sourced giveaways?

Register before September 20th and you’ll get three chances to win. The early bird really does get the worm!

👉 Register today to join us at UVTPC 2025!