School District of Philadelphia Green Futures Program – PHENND https://phennd.org We are a network of over 25 colleges and universities that strengthens service learning in Philadelphia, connecting academics with community involvement. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:03:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Call for Submissions: Summit for Sustainable Schools Student Expo – Apr 16 https://phennd.org/update/call-for-submissions-summit-for-sustainable-schools-student-expo-apr-16/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:58:56 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=87710 As we begin planning for our third annual Summit for Sustainability on June 1st, we cannot forget a vital component of this event, the Student Expo. The Expo is a portion of the Summit that highlights students! They get to take center stage by hosting interactive table displays to share their projects and ideas with district leaders, decision makers, and staff.

This year’s Student Expo is centered around the theme of sustainability and allows the students the freedom to widen the scope of their projects to encompass multiple themes and ideas.

Event Date: Monday, June 1, 2026

Time: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern.

Location: Constance E. Clayton Education Center, School District of Philadelphia, 440 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19130.

Expo Information.

Apply by April 16th (Deadline has been extended).

Questions? Contact Lauren Miller at lmiller6@philasd.org.

]]> Call for Proposals: 2026 Summit for Sustainable Schools – Mar 15 https://phennd.org/update/call-for-proposals-2026-summit-for-sustainable-schools-mar-9/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:55:47 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=87507 ***Deadline Extended to March 15, 2026***

We are pleased to announce the Call for Proposals for the 2026 Summit for Sustainable Schools, sponsored by the School District of Philadelphia’s GreenFutures Program. This year’s theme, Where Healthy Buildings Drive Savings and Resilience, highlights how healthier school environments support student success, reduce operating costs, and strengthen long term resilience through practical, achievable steps and measurable outcomes.

Event Date: Monday, June 1, 2026

Time: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern.

Location: Constance E. Clayton Education Center, School District of Philadelphia, 440 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19130.

Audience: District leadership, decision makers, and key staff members, alongside industry experts, local government agencies, private sector leaders, and nonprofit organizations.

Sessions should align with one or more of the Event Priority Areas and support the District’s GreenFutures sustainability plan. Priority areas include:

  • Healthy learning environments and building performance
  • Operations and maintenance for reliability and cost control
  • Near-term action and long-term planning
  • Funding and scaling strategies
  • Teaching, student leadership, and green career pathways

Key Dates

  • Proposal Submission Deadline: March 9, 2026
  • Notification of Selection: April 1, 2026
  • Presenter Registration Deadline: May 1, 2026
  • Final Presentations Due: May 18, 2026
  • Event Date: June 1, 2026

Submission Instructions

  1. Review the detailed Call for Proposals document and attached flyer for priority areas and submission guidance
  2. Submit your proposal through the online submission form by March 9, 2026
  3. Proposals are encouraged to be interactive and discussion based, with clear takeaways participants can apply.

By contributing your expertise, innovative solutions, and practical approaches, you will help advance healthier school environments that drive savings and strengthen resilience across District schools. If you have questions or need clarification, please email Megan Garner at mgarner@philasd.org and copy Lauren Miller at lmiller6@philasd.org.

Learn more about GreenFutures.

]]> Call for Proposals: Summit for Sustainable Schools – Jan 15 https://phennd.org/update/call-for-proposals-summit-for-sustainable-schools-jan-15/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 20:15:30 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=82796 We’re thrilled to announce the Call for Proposals for the April 25, 2024, Summit for Sustainable Schools sponsored by the School District of Philadelphia GreenFutures Program. We aim to foster collaboration among regional institutions, government agencies, and corporate and non-profit partners to support a socially responsible and environmentally conscious education system. To further these objectives, the District is interested in incorporating an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework for guiding policy and program development. This live, in-person event will feature panel discussions and breakout sessions that delve into the potential applications of ESG principles within a public school system.

We hope you will contribute your ideas, expertise, and innovative solutions to make this event a resounding success. Please take a moment to review the detailed Call for Proposals document linked here and attached, which outlines the theme, tracks, and submission guidelines for the event.

Key Dates:

  • Proposal Submission Deadline: January 15, 2024
  • Notification of Acceptance: March 1, 2024
  • Event Date: April 25, 2024

Submission Instructions:

  1. Please submit your proposals through the online submission form
  2. Ensure your proposal aligns with the event theme and falls within the specified tracks.
  3. Include all required information as outlined in the submission guidelines.

If you have questions or need further clarification, please email Megan Garner, Sustainability Manager, at mgarner@philasd.org and copy Pippa Barratt (pbarratt@philasd.org). We look forward to reading your proposals and learning about your ideas for supporting and expanding sustainability initiatives at the School District of Philadelphia.

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