Seeds of Stewardship

12/09/2025 30 min Temporada 3 Episodio 3

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Episode Synopsis

At the Chip Connally Center for Environmental Stewardship, students are getting outside, digging in, and discovering the wonders of the natural world. Join us as we chat with Elizabeth Lewis, Heritage’s Environmental Engagement Specialist, about the inspiration behind the Center, how students across every division are gardening, recycling, and exploring sustainability, and the creative ways this outdoor classroom brings science to life. From behind-the-scenes preparation to hands-on projects and future plans, this episode dives into how the Chip Connally Center is helping students connect with nature, think critically, and grow as stewards of the environment.Episode Chapters:0:00 – 2:35 – Welcome & Introduction2:35 – 11:05 – Meet the Chip Connally Center & Its Programs11:05 – 15:11 – Building the Garden: Behind the Scenes15:12 – 18:26 – Connecting Across Subjects: Recycling & the Monarch Project18:27 – 26:05 – Why These Programs Matter26:06 – 27:26 – Bringing Nature Home: Simple Tips for Families27:27 – 28:20 – Final Question & Reflection28:21 – 30:09 – Ode to the Chip Connally