State of the Planet

News from the Columbia Climate School

remote learning

  • The Necessity of In-Person Education

    The Necessity of In-Person Education

    We have the tools to reduce the risk of viral transmission, and if we use those tools, we should be able to resume normal schooling.

  • Back to School During a Pandemic

    Back to School During a Pandemic

    Being in a classroom, even with a mask and with nearly half of my students online, provides a semblance of normalcy and I am grateful for the opportunity.

Earth Month Graphic Collage: "Our Power, Our Planet - April 2025"

The first Earth Day in 1970 ignited a movement to stop polluting our planet. This Earth Month, join us in our commitment to realizing a just and sustainable future for our planet. Visit our Earth Day website for ideas, resources, and inspiration.

  • The Necessity of In-Person Education

    The Necessity of In-Person Education

    We have the tools to reduce the risk of viral transmission, and if we use those tools, we should be able to resume normal schooling.

  • Back to School During a Pandemic

    Back to School During a Pandemic

    Being in a classroom, even with a mask and with nearly half of my students online, provides a semblance of normalcy and I am grateful for the opportunity.