Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
When freshmen take a science course that immerses them in their school’s culture and physical environment, they develop a sense of belonging—and a deep connection to the mission.
When students arrive at The Greene School in West Greenwich, Rhode Island, what they see is unlike any other school they’ve attended before. A long road winds through the woods before revealing buildings that seem more suited for a campground than an educational facility. Situated on 74 acres of forest, with wetlands and a pond, The Greene School’s campus is notably different than many traditional schools, and they take full advantage of their unique location. The school was intentionally founded with a focus on environmental stewardship, and educators there aim to help students understand the world around them—and their impact on it.
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When freshmen take a science course that immerses them in their school’s culture and physical environment, they develop a sense of belonging—and a deep connection to the mission.
When students arrive at The Greene School in West Greenwich, Rhode Island, what they see is unlike any other school they’ve attended before. A long road winds through the woods before revealing buildings that seem more suited for a campground than an educational facility. Situated on 74 acres of forest, with wetlands and a pond, The Greene School’s campus is notably different than many traditional schools, and they take full advantage of their unique location. The school was intentionally founded with a focus on environmental stewardship, and educators there aim to help students understand the world around them—and their impact on it.
To learn more about this innovative school, visit: edutopia.org/school/the-greene-school
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#environmentaleducation #learningenvironment #pbl #outdooreducation #science
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