Climate Change Across the Curriculum: Creative Lessons for a Greener Tomorrow

New Jersey is the first state in the nation to embed climate change into education across all content areas. This opens the door for powerful interdisciplinary teaching—and we’re here to help you walk through it.

This engaging, hands-on workshop led by Dr. Andrea Drewes is designed for K–12 educators across all subjects—not just science! Together, we’ll explore how the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS) support climate change education in every classroom.

You’ll discover:

• Interactive learning activities
• Interdisciplinary lesson ideas
• Practical classroom strategies
• A deeper understanding of the NJSLS climate change standards

By the end, you’ll have tools and inspiration to help students understand what climate change is, why it matters, and how they can take informed, sustainable action—no matter the subject.

About Dr. Andrea Drewes

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Dr. Andrea Drewes is a science enthusiast and Assistant Professor at Rider University, where she inspires future educators in the Graduate Education, Leadership, and Counseling Department. With a Ph.D. in Learning Sciences, an MEd in Middle/Secondary Science Education, and a BA in Chemistry Education, she’s passionate about blending science, data, and teaching in an interdisciplinary way. She believes in breaking down the walls between subjects to create richer learning experiences. When she's not leading innovative projects, you’ll find her exploring how students can sharpen their data literacy skills and tackle scientific concepts from multiple angles. She’s on a mission to make learning science exciting and interconnected!