Green Schools Survey

1. How would you rate the condition of your school?

Award-winning

Adequate

Poor

Hazardous

2. In your opinion, what should be the highest priority for modernization efforts in your school?

Increased focus on student and occupant health through improved air quality in and around the building

Upgrades for greater energy and water efficiency

Greater emphasis on incorporating sustainability in the curriculum

None of thr above - my local schools are as green as they should be

3. What is the biggest resource gap in your school that prevents implementation of greener systems and practices?

Buy in - leadership staff does not prioritize green efforts

Finances - a lack of sufficient funds means we cannot carry through on plans or desires

Time - demands on teachers and school staff lend little to no time for these efforts

(another??)

4. Are you familiar with the U.S. Department of Education's Green Ribbon Schools program?

Yes

4 a. If so, would you consider applying?

Yes, but I need more information on the process

Yes, but I've had trouble getting support in my school/district for this effort

Yes, I have and my school is/has been honored as a Green Ribbon School

No, my school is far from the qualifications

Not applicable

5. Are you encouraged to incorporate energy, conservation and sustainability discussions into your lesson plans?

Yes, and I do

Yes, but I can't find the time to do so

No, but I wish I were

No, it's not something we talk about in my school

Not applicable

6. Which of the following green practices are implemented in your school? (select all that apply)

Green/sustainability team

LEED certification

Eco-Schools USA or other green/sustainability curriculum

School or community garden

Energy efficiency measures

Water efficiency measures

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