LAUNCH Toolkits: Educator Led

LAUNCH is designed to give teachers and students the tools needed to make an everlasting environmental impact. This page equips educators with resources to lead students through our ready-made Eco-Toolkits. Although the Eco-Toolkits on this page are written for K-5th educators, all age groups and grade levels are welcome to participate and are eligible for Educator stipends.

Educators will be able to:

• Spark students’ interest in the environment
• Explore flight-ready lesson plans
• Use project worksheets & resources
• Develop students’ life-long leadership skills

Educator Stipends:

Educators can earn a LAUNCH stipend by collecting leaves. Look for the Eco-Level indicated by the number of leaves on each toolkit. The top leaf earner will receive a Grand Leaf Winner certificate and higher stipend!*

• Earn 5 leaves by completing a minimum of 2 toolkits and receive a $250 stipend
• Earn 10 leaves by completing a minimum of 3 toolkits and receive a $500 stipend

To qualify for LAUNCH stipends, educators must:

1. Register for the LAUNCH Program
2. Register for each toolkit you use
3. Complete all wrap up forms with pictures and/or video with Consent/Permission Form for all students in photos/videos by May 19th
4. Complete Program Feedback form at the end of the school year

1. Check out the Eco-Toolkits below to find the perfect project.
2. Register your group and start using the Eco-Toolkit(s)! 
3. Submit your results on the wrap-up form provided in your Eco-Toolkit.

Grades of Green LAUNCH Eco-Toolkits align with Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) within the Performance Expectations of NGSS for all grade levels.