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Our Impact
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WILDE School of Yukon is making a Profound Impact
By reconnecting students, educators, and communities to the natural world, we are impacting education, community engagement, and sustainability.
Positive & Lasting Changes
Through a comprehensive approach that integrates outdoor education, infrastructure development, and advocacy, WILDE School of Yukon is creating lasting changes that extend beyond the classroom.
By offering immersive, nature-based learning experiences and equipping educators with the tools and knowledge to lead these programs, we are fostering a generation of students who are not only academically prepared but also environmentally conscious and equipped with vital leadership skills.
The natural learning spaces we help develop support hands-on learning and nurture deeper connections to nature, ensuring a more sustainable future for all.
9 Key Impacts
Here are 9 specific examples that show how we're fostering a future where students are more connected to the natural world, empowered to take on leadership roles, and prepared to make decisions that will support a healthier, more sustainable planet.
Enhanced Student Engagement
Students actively engage in learning through hands-on, curriculum-aligned outdoor education programs, which cultivate leadership, wilderness skills, and a passion for sustainability.
Empowered Educators
Educators are trained to integrate outdoor education into their teaching and design nature-based learning environments, enriching the student experience and promoting lifelong learning.
Innovative Learning Spaces/Skill Development
The creation of natural learning campuses, outdoor classrooms, and sustainable schoolyard designs offers immersive, functional spaces that foster environmental stewardship and deeper learning connections.
Stronger Community Connections
Through community engagement programs, local communities are directly involved in nature-based learning, strengthening the bond between education and environmental responsibility.
Cultural Integration
Collaborative Indigenous programs help integrate traditional ecological knowledge and land stewardship practices, providing a holistic view of nature and its importance in education.
Sustainability Awareness
Students and schools actively reduce their environmental impact through sustainability initiatives, including food-growing projects and stewardship activities, fostering a sense of responsibility for the planet.
Support for Systemic Change
Advocacy and research promote the integration of nature and sustainability into educational systems, ensuring long-term policy changes that support environmental literacy and outdoor learning.
Hands-On Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers and interns contribute to sustainability projects and community outreach, gaining valuable experience while supporting WILDE School of Yukon’s mission.
Access to Educational Resources
Digital resources and guides equip educators and students with the tools to continue learning about sustainability, outdoor education, and environmental literacy.
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