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Monday, January 17, 2011

Introduction to Sustainability Course

Recognized leader in sustainability will be offering a course to children in Fort Bend County. Space is limited. Email Karen@Magnolia-Sky.com or call 281-239-6144 to register.

What is Sustainability?
Sustainability is a way of thinking and living, it's the capacity to endure; finding the balance between the environment, economy and social structure.

It is with our children's vision and actions that our future is captive and so we must give them the tools and sight to build a sustainable future.

The Course
This interactive course, which in part meets the Boy Scouts of America’s Energy and environmental Science merit badge requirements, brings awareness to the student on a variety of environmental, economic and social issues that are affected by sustainable awareness.

Subjects that will be introduced observed and discussed focus on wellness of life, health, values, respect and integrity. Students will learn how their knowledge and actions affect the world around them.

Introduction into Sustainability
An introduction course for middle school children on what sustainability is and what it means to them.
 Ages 11 to 13
 5-6 students per class (min. 5)
 Two-hour course once every "other" Saturdays from 1 p.m.- 3p.m., Feb. 12 –April 30
 Hosted by Magnolia Sky Communications at Pecan Grove Plantation, 3430 Colonel Court Drive, Richmond, TX 77406
 $60/class (Payment plan available if needed) $180 1-Feb-11 to reserve a seat and the remaining $180 by 1-Mar-11.

Instructor
Matthias Jung, Sustainable Awareness
 Certified Permaculture Consulting
 ASES (American Solar Energy Society) Director of the Houston Solar Tour and Social
 Board Member of the "HAUS (Houston's Access to Urban Sustainability) Project"
 Member - Transition Houston
 Rep. - Houston Green Scene

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