Lessons Learned from Lake Apopka: The Importance of Sustainable Agriculture for Healthy
Living
educational curriculum was made possible with funding from the
Southeastern Environmental Educational Alliance and the Environmental
Protection Agency to teach students the role of farmworkers have in our
agricultural system, the differences between industrial and sustainable
agricultural practice, and the importance of making healthy food choices
for health, the environment and farmworker safety.
The curriculum materials have been created to allow
educators to easily implement all or parts into their existing lesson
plans. Areas of study including but not limited to biological sciences,
social studies and environmental studies, are explored in this
curriculum. Individual and group exercises, audio-visual presentations
and suggestions for further study are part of the materials.
Piloted with middle and high school classes in
Central Florida, the curriculum has been presented at the League of
Environmental Educators (LEEF) 2014 Conference and will be promoted to
teachers by several environmental organizations. To find out more
information and download the curriculum materials please visit www.fwhealthandsafety.org
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