Inspired by the legacy of environmental superhero Dr. Jane Goodall, the Roots & Shoots Alliance is empowering young people to take action. Future conservationists in grades 4 and up are invited to share, envision, and inspire a bright future for Tampa Bay and its surrounding cities.
Building on the success of last year’s event at Tropicana Field, this year’s Summits are designed to immerse students in an exploration of the Tampa Bay watershed and inspire them to take meaningful action to protect and improve our natural environment. Students will participate in interactive workshops led by local environmental experts, connect with nonprofit organizations in the Environmental Expo, and explore green career pathways in the Career Corner.
You will leave feeling your power! Head back to home, school, or clubs with fresh ideas and the knowledge to bring them to life. You might even make some new friends who really get you.
To arrange for your school to participate in the High School Environmental Action Summit, please contact Bonnie Eaton, beaton@janegoodall.org.
Let’s keep the momentum going by taking action to protect and improve our natural environment. Students, families, and members of the community have the chance to sign up for one of numerous service projects hosted by mission-driven organizations who are part of the Roots & Shoots Alliance. Bring your family, your friends, or your co-workers and show your love for Tampa Bay by volunteering for a service project.
Get started before the event:Help reduce plastic pollution by logging your plastic uses and refusals with Remora. Make it a habit every day!
Join the Remora community on the app developed locally by students and faculty at Eckerd College.
Download the app and watch the tutorial at getremora.org
Students (grades 4 & up) and their families are invited to learn about Tampa Bay’s unique ecosystem.
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Arrival and check in
9:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. Welcome/Keynote*
9:30 – 10:00 Inspiration Stations #1*
What’s happening with our local environment and how can you make a difference? Hear from local environmental experts who will take you on a journey of discovery through our local ecosystems. Learn what it takes to have living shorelines, sustainable cities, and clean water, including examples of projects you can undertake to make a positive impact.
10:15 – 10:45 a.m. Inspiration Stations #2*
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Environmental Expo (FREE)
*A registration fee of $10 per child is required for the Keynote and Inspiration Stations (parents/chaperones free). The Environmental Expo is free and open to the public.
