King County teachers’ resource directory available

Guide has details on arts, environment, civil rights, preparedness, more

Teachers interested in expanding classroom lessons can find activities, special presentations and grants for a wide range of topics in the newly updated King County Programs for Educators Directory. This comprehensive directory provides educators with program descriptions and contact information on assistance and materials that can enhance their curriculum.

"We can provide the expertise or resources that make a school lesson come alive, while helping us deliver on our mission to the public for such things as reducing pollution or being prepared for emergencies," said King County Executive Ron Sims.

Among the resources offered are programs to assist schools and school districts in conserving natural resources and promoting awareness of conservation strategies that will save money and help the environment.

Teachers will also find resources such as lesson plans, educational field trips, award-winning videos and funding opportunities related to public art, civil rights, emergency preparedness, and transportation.

This is the 11th year that the Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks has produced the directory, which incorporates services and programs provided by a number of other county agencies.