education – The FAIRCHILD CHALLENGE

PHOTO: Fairchild Challenge Logo

Reduce, Reuse, Revolutionize
with eco-conscious art, science,
music, poetry, and more
!

 

WHY PARTICIPATE?

The Fairchild Challenge is a free, contest for high school students that fosters interest in the environment by encouraging students to appreciate the beauty and value of nature; develop critical thinking skills; understand the need for biodiversity and conservation; tap community resources; become actively engaged citizens; and recognize that individuals do indeed make a difference. 

STUDENTS:

  • Win great prizes like an Earthwatch
    Eco-Expedition, gift cards and certificates!
  • Your college application and resume stand out from the crowd.

Be the change!

TEACHERS RECEIVE:

  • A chance to earn funds for your classroom
    (first place = $1,000!)
  • Free workshops, supply scholarships and curriculum resources
  • Connections with like-minded community
Find information for Students. Click here for Teacher information.

GET GOING!

  • Get friends to join, too! The more who participate, the better the chances to win!
  • Choose message and medium. Select from nine different project categories or design one of your own: T-shirt design, photography, poetry, music, satire, CD sleeve design, green business, eco-journalism, or sustainable eating.
  • Teachers, complete and send the online registration form.

QUESTIONS? EMAIL PROGRAM STAFF OR CALL (847) 835-8393.

The Brinson Foundation
HSBC-North America
Kemper Educational and Charitable Fund

LOGO: National Endowment for the Arts

LOGO: Earthwatch Institute

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Find out about becoming a 2009-2010 Fairchild Challenge sponsor!