The FAA provides information, materials, and speakers for the program. National Congress on Aviation and Space Education is sponsored annually by the FAA in partnership with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Civil Air Patrol. The meeting includes teacher workshops and crosstalk sessions to exchange ideas on promoting aerospace education. US Department of Veterans Affairs Click here for information about the national programs provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. This office takes part in a variety of environmental education programs for both teachers and students.
Programs range from teacher workshops and student contests to in-school presentations.
Information on environmental issues is also available through the Public Information Center located at the office. Program Young people in all 50 states and the US territories are invited to participate in PEYA, a nationwide program designed to encourage individuals, school classes, schools, summer camps, public interest groups, and youth organizations to promote environmental awareness and community involvement. The two components of the program are the regional certificate program and the national awards competition. Regional certificates, signed by the President of the United States, are awarded to each participant by the 10 EPA regional offices. One outstanding project from each of the regions is selected for national recognition.