Emphasis will be placed on problem solving skills and critical thinking. Each team will be given two age-appropriate dilemma questions or situations that have been briefly outlined in the Teacher Orientation Packet. Students must research their grade level topics prior to the competition. The day of the competition, each team will write an essay with either a pro or con point of view about ONE of the topics. Nature Investigations Problem solving in an outdoor setting Each team will be given a question, challenge, or situation to be resolved through investigations in the out of doors.
Emphasis is placed on teamwork and problem solving skills.
Activities may involve active detective work, scientific experimentation and critical thinking. Environmental Action Project Stewardship for the environment This project can be completed before or after the day of competition, until May 15th, and must be documented. The participating students must direct an environmental project involving their team members or their entire class. Guidelines and a Written Commitment Form are found in the Teacher Orientation Packet. The Commitment much be submitted with the 2nd Step Registration.