About
Mission
Established in 2020, Educate Regenerate aims to revolutionize K-12 education by ensuring sustainability is accessible and engaging for both educators and students. The organization's mission centers on equipping educators with essential resources, training, and support to prepare youth for navigating future environmental and social challenges effectively.
Meet Dana
Hi! I'm Dana, founder of Educate Regenerate.
My journey into sustainability education began during my undergraduate years at Grinnell College, where I pursued Sociology and Education. Inspired by summers as a Park Ranger and a semester in Costa Rica focusing on sustainable development, I deepened my commitment to environmental education. This passion led me to a Master's in Educational Leadership & Policy with a focus on Sustainability Education at Portland State University. As a graduate assistant, I developed a garden-based science curriculum funded by the National Science Foundation, refining my skills in curriculum design and experiential learning. Today, with over a decade dedicated to sustainability education, I empower educators through impactful resources that integrate ecological stewardship into diverse learning environments.
Qualifications:
M.S. in Educational Leadership & Policy, Leadership for Sustainability Education | Portland State University
B.A. in Sociology & Education | Grinnell College
Oregon K-12 Teaching License | Oregon Dept. of Education
Certified Professional Development Facilitator | Oregon State University Extension
Certified Permaculture Designer and Educator | Permaculture Women's Guild
Certified Naturalist Educator | Metro Regional Government
Adjunct Faculty, Sustainability Studies | Southern New Hampshire University
Member, Outdoor School Advisory Committee | Oregon State University Extension
Researcher & Graduate Assistant, Science in the Learning Gardens | Portland State University
10+ years of progressive experience in Environmental Education
Approach
At Educate Regenerate, integration of Physical Science, Social Studies, and Outdoor Education creates a transformative K-12 educational experience. This holistic approach allows students to deepen understanding of environmental and social issues, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Exploration of complex sustainability topics empowers students to become informed, compassionate agents of change in their communities.
Commitment to Justice
At Educate Regenerate, fostering inclusive, community-driven learning environments is paramount. The pedagogical approach adheres to trauma-informed, decolonized, and anti-racist principles, promoting a culture of respect, equity, and cultural responsiveness in all educational interactions.
Join Me in Transforming Education
Together, we can inspire the next generation of leaders equipped to navigate and solve the complex challenges of our time. Join Educate Regenerate in redefining K-12 education through sustainability, empowering students to build a sustainable future for all.