Teaching Cleveland is excited to announce a new partnership with Cuyahoga County’s Department of STeaching Cleveland is excited to announce a new partnership with Cuyahoga County’s Department of Sustainability on the Fresh Water Institute (FWI) Fellowship Program. This innovative program aims to engage high school students in the critical importance of Lake Erie and the Great Lakes to our region.
We are recruiting for the inaugural cohort of the FWI Fellowship Program! Designed for 10th and 11th graders who are passionate about environmental issues, students will have the opportunities to:
- Learn about the ecological and economic importance of Lake Erie
- Explore the challenges facing the Great Lakes region
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Network with environmental professionals and community leaders
And guess what? High school fellows will be paid to learn about fresh water stewardship around Northeast Ohio. Do you know a 10th or 11th grader who might be interested? Learn more and apply today here.
The county Department of Sustainability promotes environmental protection, sustainability, and quality of life for all residents. The department works to reduce the county’s environmental footprint, conserve natural resources, and create a more sustainable future.
