People

I am a 14 year teacher in middle school. I have taught the last 10 years in middle science and social studies. I have done multiple teacher trainings in environmental education mostly in the area of water. I have a bachelor's degree in middle school education and a master degree in Instructional technology.  

I'm a lifelong learner and informal naturalist, with a fascination for the world of science and sharing the wonders of the natural world with others.

I’m the co-founder of Nature Bathing, a Hong Kong social enterprise using nature-based programs to uplift people’s well-being. Living in one of the world's most stressed cities, we provide nature-based wellness programs for citizens to de-stress, learn and connect deeply with nature. Science has shown that a 20-minute nature break can effectively reduce our stress hormones for 2-3 weeks. We help people experience nature's power in improving well-being, so as to inspire intrinsic motivation for environmental conservation. Since 2017, we have partnered with 70+ schools, 40+ non-profits and 20+ corporates to co-create impactful programs and community resources, serving more than 10,000 people.

As a former zookeeper at the San Diego Zoo, I have transformed my passion for conservation into a focus on field research and conservation education. My research encompasses conservation education, sustainable land use, and rainforest fragment ecology. With over ten years of experience in the zoo field and hands-on work in Borneo, Costa Rica, Belize, and Laos, I founded Green Dragon Conservation Education (GDCE) to bridge the gap between field researchers and conservation education, integrating mindfulness practices into curriculum development.

Additionally, I teach botany, general biology, and biodiversity courses at Cuyamaca Community College and CSU Dominguez Hills. I firmly believe in the power of multidisciplinary collaboration to create research and education programs that foster mindful, curious, and lifelong global stewards.

I am an outdoor educator and play advocate for my community in Nayarit, Mexico. I work with children from 2 years through adulthood, cultivating their connection with the natural world.

I am a 9th grade Earth and Space science teacher taking courses at Notre Dame of Maryland University. 

My name is Ashlee, I am a student currently in school for my bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education/Special Education to become a teacher. I am currently working in a school system and within the community with families and children to help different children progress in development.