 | MAKE PEACE POSSIBLE! |
| | 07/17/2008 |
| | 2008 Roots & Shoots Day of Peace: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 |
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 | ASKenya Partners with Roots & Shoots and Hosts R&S-Tanzania Manager |
| | 07/16/2008 |
| | With help from Roots & Shoots, ASKenya answers the prayers of Kenyan students who wish to study global issues. |
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 | ROOTS & SHOOTS BOOK CLUB July 2008: "I'm Lucy: A Day in the Life of a Young Bonobo" by Mathea Levine |
| | 07/08/2008 |
| | Dr. Jane wrote the afterword for this book, through which you can learn about what it's like to be a bonobo and how you can help the species. |
|
 | Garden Helps Members Bridge Miles and Cultures |
| | 07/01/2008 |
| | Through a garden of compassion, members in South Dakota connect with members in North Carolina. |
|
 | Meet Emily: New Roots & Shoots Four Corners Regional Manager |
| | 06/30/2008 |
| | Emily Dietrich-Millstein joins the Roots & Shoots regional team in Santa Fe, New Mexico. |
|
 | Make the Most of the Roots & Shoots Website |
| | 06/28/2008 |
| | The Roots & Shoots website stands ready and waiting to serve Roots & Shoots members, as they make the world a better place. |
|
 | GROUP LEADER SPOTLIGHT: Jeff Adams Follows Roots & Shoots Over Time and Distance |
| | 06/27/2008 |
| | Spanning two continents and two centuries, Jeff Adams' Roots & Shoots work runs deep. |
|
 | 2008 Jane Goodall Youth Leadership Award Recipients Announced |
| | 06/23/2008 |
| | Put your hands together for the Jane Goodall Institute Global Youth Leadership Award winners: Emily Woodall, Tayler McGillis, Manoj Gautam. |
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 | The DIRT |
| | 06/20/2008 |
| | Your source for information on how to dig in and take action. Help flood victims, end overfishing, get a new bag. |
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 | Catch an Adventure |
| | 06/11/2008 |
| | From the Amazon to the Serengeti, Global Explorers helps young people travel the world to gain experiences and skills. |
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 | GROUP LEADER SPOTLIGHT: Stephanie Pope Retires after More than a Decade of Roots & Shoots Service |
| | 06/06/2008 |
| | Thanks to long-time teacher, Roots & Shoots thrives at Norfolk Academy in Virginia. |
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 | Protecting Our Future: Jane Goodall's Global Youth Summit |
| | 06/05/2008 |
| | One hundred outstanding young leaders from every continent spend an unforgettable week in Florida, mobilizing around critical issues facing our planet. |
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 | ROOTS & SHOOTS BOOK CLUB June 2008: "Girlwood" by Claire Dean |
| | 06/01/2008 |
| | Endorsed by Dr. Jane, this young adult novel takes readers on a journey of discovery and growth. |
|
 | UPDATE FROM THE FIELD: Roots & Shoots Responds to Earthquake in China |
| | 05/30/2008 |
| | Roots & Shoots staff in Beijing and Chengdu report from the field about how to assist victims of the earthquake in China. |
|
 | REGIONAL ACTION: Marc Bekoff Helps Transitions Happen at Boulder County Jail |
| | 05/30/2008 |
| | Despite imprisonment, members in Colorado have hope to share with young people. |
|
 | Fun with the Family: Project Ideas for Home School and Family Groups |
| | 05/21/2008 |
| | Spend time with family while taking action for a better world, through these project ideas. |
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 | Meet Erin: New Southern California Education Coordinator |
| | 05/15/2008 |
| | There's another friendly Roots & Shoots face in the California region. |
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 | UPDATE FROM THE FIELD: Roots & Shoots Reacts to Earthquake in China |
| | 05/15/2008 |
| | Roots & Shoots Beijing and Chengdu -- A report from the field regarding assisting victims in the earthquake in China. |
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 | For his Birthday, Third-grader Gives a Gift to Roots & Shoots |
| | 05/13/2008 |
| | Matthew Raines of Utah celebrates his birthday by saying "no" to presents and "yes" to Dr. Jane. |
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 | ROOTS & SHOOTS BOOK CLUB April 2008: "In Our Village," edited by Barbara Cervone |
| | 05/06/2008 |
| | Awet Secondary School students in Tanzania share their community's story. |
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 | Jane Goodall's Global Youth Summit |
| | 05/04/2008 |
| | From April 19-25, 100 outstanding young leaders from every continent spent an unforgettable week in Florida, mobilizing around critical issues facing our planet. |
|
 | REGIONAL ACTION: Members Identify Bushmeat through DNA |
| | 04/28/2008 |
| | High Tech High Roots & Shoots members in California use DNA sequencing to fight the commercial bushmeat trade in Tanzania. |
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 | Roots & Shoots Members Attend Global Issues Conference |
| | 04/21/2008 |
| | Youth Leadership Fellow David Chase and students from Qatar travel to Germany to tackle big issues. |
|
 | ROOTS & SHOOTS BOOK CLUB March 2008: "Animal, Vegetable, Miracle" by Barbara Kingsolver |
| | 04/02/2008 |
| | The author and her family embark on a food adventure that starts in their own garden. |
|
 | Meet Heather: New Great Lakes Program Coordinator |
| | 04/02/2008 |
| | Heather Greenwell gears up to coordinate members, while fixing her bike gears for a 100-mile ride. |
|
 | REGIONAL ACTION: New England Group Collects Soccer Equipment for Kids in Mozambique |
| | 04/02/2008 |
| | Members in Connecticut help students in Africa get back in the game. |
|
 | Members Raise Funds for Lucky Chimps |
| | 03/25/2008 |
| | In California, St. Patrick's Day offers a way to fundraise for a good cause. |
|
 | Four Corners Members Partner with the Prairie Dog Coalition to Help Save a Species |
| | 03/19/2008 |
| | Members receive information and tools to help protect prairie dogs from extinction in the Great Plains. |
|
 | Meet Sally: New England Regional Director |
| | 03/17/2008 |
| | Flying in from the Masssachusetts Audubon Society, Sally joins the regional staff in Boston. |
|
 | REGIONAL ACTION: Ohio R&S Members Testify on Behalf of Salamanders |
| | 03/10/2008 |
| | Central Intermediate R&S works to name the spotted salamander as the Ohio state amphibian. |
|
 | Youth Leaders Return from Retreat |
| | 03/05/2008 |
| | Thirty-five young people spend a weekend in the woods, building leadership skills and connecting with one another. |
|
 | Immerse in the Diverse: Project Ideas for Black History Month |
| | 02/21/2008 |
| | February is a month for learning about African American culture and celebrating diversity. |
|
 | ROOTS & SHOOTS BOOK CLUB February 2008: "Hug Time" by Patrick McDonnell |
| | 02/14/2008 |
| | From novels to poetry to essays, Roots & Shoots community members are reading for a better world. Join the fun this month with Hug Time by Patrick McDonnell. |
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 | JGI-Spain Launches Interactive Website: "BioDiverCiudad" |
| | 01/24/2008 |
| | JGI-Spain has created a fun, interactive new Roots & Shoots website for Spanish-speaking city-dwellers. |
|
 | GROUP LEADER SPOTLIGHT: Rachael Paulson Focuses on Environmental Education |
| | 01/23/2008 |
| | An author, teacher and activist, Rachael gets kids outside for real education. |
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 | What's Up with Roots & Shoots Down Under? |
| | 01/23/2008 |
| | At Marree Aboriginal School in southern Australia, Roots & Shoots values blend with indigenous culture. |
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 | Now You See a Chimp, and Now You Don't |
| | 01/23/2008 |
| | R&S group leader Ing-Marie Persson calls television station to protest chimps in advertising. |
|
 | REGIONAL ACTION: The Zumers Bring Compassion to Tijuana |
| | 01/15/2008 |
| | The Zumers R&S group in Malibu, California visited orphans in Mexico, bringing toys and cheer. |
|
 | Seven-year-old Climbs Mount Kilimanjaro for Roots & Shoots |
| | 01/09/2008 |
| | Keats Boyd will be the first kid his age to summit this volcano, and he's doing it for a good cause! |
|
 | YOUTH CAMPAIGN! ReBirth the Earth: Trees for Tomorrow |
| | 01/01/2008 |
| | Roots & Shoots Youth Leaders Kick Off New Youth Campaign: ReBirth the Earth: Trees for Tomorrow |
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 | Pearson Foundation Brings Technology to R&S-Tanzania |
| | 12/12/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots members in Tanzania use digital photography to raise environmental awareness in their communities. |
|
 | Roots & Shoots Promotes Conservation at Sears® Stores |
| | 11/28/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots volunteers give Sears shoppers a lesson in home energy and water conservation. |
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 | Roots & Shoots Group Grows Sunflowers for Biodiesel |
| | 11/20/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots members in Maryland harvest alternative fuel from "black oil" sunflowers. |
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 | ReBirth the Earth Campaigners Panda Miti! |
| | 11/19/2007 |
| | Participants across the country plant trees for the ReBirth the Earth: Trees for Tomorrow youth campaign. |
|
 | BACK IN ACTION: Roots & Shoots College Leadership Council |
| | 11/19/2007 |
| | College and university members revitalize CLC to support Roots & Shoots across the nation. |
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 | And the Doves Flew |
| | 11/19/2007 |
| | From New York to Shanghai to Dar es Salaam, Giant Peace Doves flew all over the world for 2007 Roots & Shoots Day of Peace. |
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 | REGIONAL ACTION: New England Youth Leaders Spread Peace |
| | 11/19/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots New England announces its first regional campaign, "Peace Through the Arts." |
|
 | Staff Member Raises Money Through Marathons |
| | 11/19/2007 |
| | Rick Asselta completes marathons like they're his job, even though he's officially retired! |
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 | Roots & Shoots Summits Spread from Sea to Shining Sea |
| | 11/19/2007 |
| | Members gather in New England and California to share ideas, try new projects and get energized. |
|
 | Meet Shawn: First Ever Roots & Shoots Graduate Fellow |
| | 11/08/2007 |
| | Long-time Roots & Shoots member Shawn Sweeney becomes first-ever Graduate Fellow. |
|
 | Roots & Shoots and Kenmore® Team Up to Make a Difference |
| | 10/19/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots and Kenmore® are working together to help you make the world a better place, starting right in your own home! |
|
 | BeadforLife and Roots & Shoots: Making a Difference One Bead at a Time |
| | 09/24/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots partners with Beadforlife to offer handmade jewelry for a good cause. |
|
 | Lessons from Lugufu: The Tales of the Tortoise and the Bushbuck |
| | 09/23/2007 |
| | It's no fairy tale. It's true! Roots & Shoots members at Lugufu refugee camp in Tanzania protect their animal neighbors from danger. |
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 | MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Amanda Ketterer Sells Lemonade for Chimp Aid |
| | 09/20/2007 |
| | Brand new to Roots & Shoots, Amanda already takes action to help animals. |
|
 | Meet Karen: New California Regional Director |
| | 09/20/2007 |
| | She's in L.A. and there to stay. |
|
 | Meet David: The New Youth Leadership Fellow |
| | 08/23/2007 |
| | David Chase takes a gap year between high school and college to bring his Roots & Shoots leadership skills to the next level. |
|
 | College Members Travel to China |
| | 07/31/2007 |
| | College Roots & Shoots members from the U.S. exchange experiences and smiles during visit with fellow members in China. |
|
 | R&S Volunteers Reach Out |
| | 07/30/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots volunteer Jeannie Dewan teams up with two Youth Leaders to reach out to members in the Hudson River Valley. |
|
 | Roots & Shoots Celebrates World Environment Day |
| | 06/21/2007 |
| | With bike rallies and beach cleanups, Roots & Shoots members around the world took part in the United Nations' World Environment Day. |
|
 | MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Mitch Paine Spreads R&S Message |
| | 06/21/2007 |
| | The high school senior met Dr. Jane, joined Roots & Shoots and hasn't looked back. |
|
 | Meet Cre: Illinois State Coordinator |
| | 06/20/2007 |
| | The windy city native loves youth, theater and Soul Foods and is ready to expand Roots & Shoots in the state. |
|
 | R&S-Shanghai Holds Videoconference on Climate Change |
| | 06/20/2007 |
| | Students in Shanghai, China and Rockville, Maryland meet in a videoconference to discuss solutions to global warming. |
|
 | Pygmy Rabbits Named for Roots & Shoots Mission |
| | 05/24/2007 |
| | Biologists and animal-lovers at Washington State University spread the Roots & Shoots mission through their work in recovering endangered Columbia Basin pygmy rabbits. |
|
 | From the Trash Can to the Catwalk |
| | 05/23/2007 |
| | Members of Burr Elementary Roots & Shoots in Fairfield, Connecticut strut their stuff on the runway to prove that recycling is fashionable. |
|
 | U.S. R&S Members Connect with Young Refugees |
| | 05/22/2007 |
| | Through Partnerships in Understanding, Los Angeles Zoo ECO-Corps R&S members learn of the struggles youth face refugee camps in Uganda. |
|
 | Young R&S Leaders Enjoy Magical Weekend Retreat |
| | 04/25/2007 |
| | After four days in "the happiest place on earth," young Roots & Shoots leaders are motivated and energized like never before. |
|
 | UPDATE: R&S Nepal Vows to Protect Endangered Vultures |
| | 04/25/2007 |
| | Do you remember your stomach churning, as you read the Fall/Winter 2006 Roots & Shoots Newsletter article about Roots & Shoots-Nepal's "vulture restaurant?" Here's an update about what Manoj and his group are doing. |
|
 | College Summit Weathers Storm |
| | 04/25/2007 |
| | College Roots & Shoots members learned about green campuses, made their own ice cream and braved a "nor'easter" and all in two days! |
|
 | Earth Day & Arbor Day: Two Days to ReBirth the Earth |
| | 04/19/2007 |
| | It's time to "Panda Miti," as our fellow Roots & Shoots members in Tanzania would say. Join Roots & Shoots Youth Leaders in the "ReBirth the Earth: Trees for Tomorrow" youth campaign. |
|
 | UC Berkeley R&S Guides Local Youth in Creative Classes |
| | 03/20/2007 |
| | Elementary school students learn to take care of their world through innovative, after-school science classes created and taught by UC Berkeley Roots & Shoots members. |
|
 | Lights, Camera, Action! Roots & Shoots Members Get Air Time with Animal Planet |
| | 03/20/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots members and leaders teamed up with Animal Planet to film a television commercial and promotional video to push the network's new R.O.A.R. campaign. |
|
 | MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Jamie Newsome Flies Peace Dove for Dr. Jane's Lecture |
| | 03/20/2007 |
| | Jamie Newsome proudly helped carry the Giant Peace Dove and shared her Roots & Shoots group's projects during Dr. Jane's lecture in Pullman, Washington. |
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 | R&S Members Push for Recycling |
| | 02/27/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots Dewey Peaceweavers are lobbying for recyclable school lunch trays. |
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 | MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Smitha Ramakrishna Awarded Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes |
| | 02/20/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots group leader Smitha Ramakrishna is working to change the way people think about water. |
|
 | Meet Garth: Great Lakes Regional Director |
| | 02/20/2007 |
| | Garth Katner leads the new Great Lakes Regional Office in Chicago, which will support the surrounding states. |
|
 | Roots & Shoots Brings Hope to Refugees Camp in Ethiopia |
| | 01/23/2007 |
| | On the border between Ethiopia and Eritrea, young people in Shimelba refugee camp foster build hope in their community through compassion and action. |
|
 | MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Anna Ryan Named REI Steward for the Environment |
| | 01/23/2007 |
| | Anna Ryan, member of North Canyon High School Roots & Shoots in Phoenix, Arizona, works hard for conservation, and REI took notice. |
|
 | Find Answers to the Roots & Shoots Website Scavenger Hunt |
| | 01/23/2007 |
| | Still puzzling over the questions from last month's Website Savenger Hunt? Find the answers here. |
|
 | Try the Roots & Shoots Website Scavenger Hunt |
| | 01/07/2007 |
| | Have you taken your skills online to explore the Roots & Shoots website? |
|
 | Meet Ray: Four Corners Regional Director |
| | 01/01/2007 |
| | A veterinarian by trade, Ray Powell serves Roots & Shoots in the Four Corners Region. |
|
 | Meet Betsy: Roots & Shoots National Director |
| | 01/01/2007 |
| | Roots & Shoots-USA National Director Betsy McWhirt helps her human community by baking cookies. |
