Classroom Programs

• This article provides information about the Milwaukee Riverkeeper organization's classroom programs that offer lessons and activities about STEM careers, watersheds, and protecting water quality in the Milkwaukee area.
  
• These activities can be scheduled with the organization to provide access to the tools and expertise from this organization.
  

Positives

• These activities are tailored for schools that can't engage in off-campus field trips.
• These activities expose students to STEM careers.
  

Additional Prerequisites

• There is an email address at the end of the article to contact for scheduling the activities.

Differentiation

• These activities could supplement a classroom discussion on what economic incentives have led to fewer restrictions on chemical pollution and more plastic production.
• The "An Introduction to Water" activity could enhance a mini-lesson on the ocean's usefulness as a carbon sink.
• The "An Introduction to Water" activity could accompany a classroom discussion on the impact water quality has on personal health.
• These activities could support a classroom discussion on the importance of protecting natural ecosystems, habitats, and biodiversity.