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I am a certified environmental educator with more than 25 years of experience in both informal and formal settings. 

Growing up on a working farm in the North Carolina mountains, I developed an early connection to nature through exploring the woods, learning about plants, and building lean-tos as a child. Those experiences inspired a lifelong passion for environmental education, ecology, conservation, and experiential learning. I am especially interested in helping others understand the deep and often overlooked connections between humans and the natural world — from plants and pollinators to forests, wetlands, soil, and ecosystems. Through curiosity, observation, and stewardship, I hope to encourage a greater appreciation for the living systems that support and connect us all.

I teach a variety of science courses at Williamsport Area High School. For the 2026-27 school year I'm assigned to teach chemistry, oceanography, and physics courses.

I am a 5th grade teacher in National City, CA. I teach multiple subjects but my favorite subjects are Math & Science!

I received my Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences from NC State University with a focal area in Behavioral Ecology and a minor in Zoology. I have a passion for conservation of biodiversity, particularly through ctiizen science and public involvement. I have been involved in environmental education for the past four years. 

This is my 39th year in the classroom. Unfortunately, I do not have 30 years in any 1 school district due to my husband's 20+ years of military service. I have taught in grades pre-K, 2, 3, 4, & 5 for 27 years), and 12 years in middle school in the states of South Carolina, Deleware, California, Hawaii, Indiana, and Virginia.   

Biologist and educator Yamid Eduardo Campos Umbarila (M.Sc. Environmental Sciences) leads "Caminatas Ecológicas Bogotá - Conexión Natural." Driven by the philosophy "Know to Conserve," he transforms High Andean forests, mystical paramos, and hidden waterfalls into "Living Laboratories." With 17+ years of expertise, Yamid specializes in wildlife sighting and ecological interpretation, using biophilia to foster deep environmental bonds. He believes that scientific understanding is the foundation of protection. By exploring Colombia's diverse ecosystems, he bridges the gap between biology and conservation, turning every trek into a meaningful lesson for preserving our planet.

My name is Sally Wren Stevens & I am a veteran early childhood & special educator. I have worked with children 8 years & younger- & their families- for nearly 35 years now. In 2016, I received my Forest School practitioner certification and certification from Forest Schools Canada & soon went on to establish the first Forest School at the NM School for the Deaf & this program is still operating today: Happy Hands, Happy Hearts: Forest Day Learning at the New Mexico School for the Deaf | Natural Start Alliance

A year later, having caught the "forest school bug" in a big, BIG way, I founded SOL Forest School in the high mountain desert of New Mexico. In 2019, I stepped into SOL full-time & the rest is history! 

I am a HUGE advocate of play & specifically- outdoor nature play- for all children & their families. I am also a certified Shinrin Yoku Forest Therapy Guide & I enjoy guiding professionals working with children the most :)

I am excited to be presenting on the AMAZING Children's Forest program based in the UK at this year's conference. I hope it will inspire other nature-based programs to plant & tend trees with their children.

www.solforestschool.com