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As the Waste Reducation Coordinator, Shannon works to bring various waste reduction efforts to the citizens of Chatham County, North Carolina by helping to manage the Collection Centers and recycling programs, and providing outreach and education to anyone who is interested in learning more.  Shannon also currently serves on the board of Environmental Educators of North Carolina, an organization dedicated to promoting excellence in professional development and facilitating networking opportunities for members, and inspiring educators to create an environmentally literate citizenry.  Prior positions include Environment Specialist with the North Carolina Department of Natural Resources Division of Air Quality, and Board Member of the Earth Day Alliance of the Lower Cape Fear.

I work at the Research Group at the Lawrence Hall of Science. My interests lie in the intersection of structural racism, equity, inclusion, and STEM education, and how we understanding learners' experiences. Current projects: BEETLES and Working Towards Racial Equity in Environmental Education.

Nicole Kras, Ph.D. is program coordinator and associate professor of human services at Guttman Community College, A City University of New York (CUNY). She received a Ph.D. in Adult Learning and Development from Lesley University, a Master of Science in Education and a Certificate of Advanced Gradua

Amanda is responsible for the planning and oversight of world-class educational programs that support Yellowstone National Park.

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