Click on photo to open this presentation about invasive species on grounds of Gunston Middle School.
Monday, November 12, 2012
ACE Watershed Organization Presentation
This group has provided my students with great resources over the past several years.
Sunday, November 4, 2012
E. coli data from Four MIle Run including Lower Long Branch at Troy park
These graphs contain volunteer-collected E.coli data from January 2010 until April 2012 in several tributaries of Four Mile Run in Arlington, VA.
The blue line indicates bacteria levels; the red line represents the primary contact recreation water quality standard, and the green line represents the secondary contact recreation water quality standard.
The state of Virginia has set a numeric water quality standard of 235 E. coli CFU.100 ml to safely do swimming, canoeing, and kayaking. The state has set a numeric water quality standard of 1173 E. coli CFU/100 ml to safely do wading, boating, and fishing.
Here is the link to the graphs, which are not considered laboratory-quality but are useful in identifying potential areas of concern and of further research.
http://www.arlingtonva.us/departments/EnvironmentalServices/sustainability/page83733.aspx
Noticeable are the very high level of bacteria in February of 2012 and then the very low level of bacteria of lower Long Branch on 4/1/12. It makes me wonder what happened to cause that sudden spike in bacteria level?
The blue line indicates bacteria levels; the red line represents the primary contact recreation water quality standard, and the green line represents the secondary contact recreation water quality standard.
The state of Virginia has set a numeric water quality standard of 235 E. coli CFU.100 ml to safely do swimming, canoeing, and kayaking. The state has set a numeric water quality standard of 1173 E. coli CFU/100 ml to safely do wading, boating, and fishing.
Here is the link to the graphs, which are not considered laboratory-quality but are useful in identifying potential areas of concern and of further research.
http://www.arlingtonva.us/departments/EnvironmentalServices/sustainability/page83733.aspx
Noticeable are the very high level of bacteria in February of 2012 and then the very low level of bacteria of lower Long Branch on 4/1/12. It makes me wonder what happened to cause that sudden spike in bacteria level?
Troy Park Clean Up with ACE on Nov. 2/12
On Nov. 2nd, from 2:30pm until 4pm, 15 of my students and several parents participated in this event with the support of Ms Strauss, from ACE. Ms Strauss provided snacks, gloves, and bags for the event. Here are some pictures. Some boys found a dead snake and they were fascinated by it, as you can see in the last picture below.
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Wetland Learning Lab at Campbell Elementary School
FYI, the Wetlands Learning Lab at Campbell Elementary School is built and was planted on Oct. 13th. This project was supported by NoVA Outside ad CANN-- a great community project!
Hope we can visit it soon,
Luz
From: apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com [apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com] on behalf of haneyjessica [haneyjessica@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, October 12, 2012 3:55 PM
To: apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [APS Green Schools] Success! Campbell Wetlands to be planted this weekend!
Sent: Friday, October 12, 2012 3:55 PM
To: apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [APS Green Schools] Success! Campbell Wetlands to be planted this weekend!
After lots of fundraising and many unanticipated delays, I'm pleased to share that the Wetlands Learning Lab at Campbell Elementary has finally been built and is being planted tomorrow/Saturday.
More info is at
http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/reading-ingredients-tales-health-conscious-mom/2012/oct/12/arlington-school-host-planting-day-complete-wetlan/
There will be a public celebration in the spring but I wanted to let folks know about tomorrow's Big Plant event. Thanks to Nancy Striniste of NoVA Outside and CANN for having the vision for this important project and seeing it through, and to everyone else who has supported the project. It's been a huge community effort, and it's going to be wonderful!
Jessica, Campbell parent
More info is at
http://communities.washingtontimes.com/neighborhood/reading-ingredients-tales-health-conscious-mom/2012/oct/12/arlington-school-host-planting-day-complete-wetlan/
There will be a public celebration in the spring but I wanted to let folks know about tomorrow's Big Plant event. Thanks to Nancy Striniste of NoVA Outside and CANN for having the vision for this important project and seeing it through, and to everyone else who has supported the project. It's been a huge community effort, and it's going to be wonderful!
Jessica, Campbell parent
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Reuse and Repurpose Craft Fair
Looking for ideas on how to reuse some common items in your house. Here is an opportunity to get some ideas on Saturday, Nov. 10th from 1-3pm at Washington-Lee High School
Enjoy!
Luz
From: apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com [apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com] on behalf of Joan Kelsch [jkelsch@arlingtonva.us]
Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 3:38 PM
To: apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [APS Green Schools] Reuse and Repurpose Craft Fair Nov 10
Sent: Thursday, November 01, 2012 3:38 PM
To: apsgreenschools@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [APS Green Schools] Reuse and Repurpose Craft Fair Nov 10
Think Outside the Bin: Reuse and Repurpose Craft Fair
Saturday, November 10 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Washington-Lee High School cafeteria, 1301 N. Stafford St. Arlington.
Calling all Pinterest addicts! Looking for some fun craft projects for the holidays or some ways to reuse common items like magazines, bottles, and jars to make cool gifts or holiday decorations? Come to this fair to get inspired with ideas for decorating, gifts, and re-purposing things you already own in a fun way! There will be some projects to do on site and some kid-friendly projects as well. Organized by Arlington County Department of Environmental Services and the Arlington Initiative to Reduce Emissions in partnership with ACE. Register online.
Joan B. Kelsch , LEED AP
Green Building Programs Manager
AIRE Program Co-Manager
Arlington County Government
2100 Clarendon Blvd, Suite 705
Arlington, VA 22201
703-228-3599
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