Classroom Program
As part of its “See The Dark” initiative, Appalachian Mountain Club has worked with educators to develop an easy-to-implement, three-day mini-unit to help students learn about light pollution and the benefit of dark skies.
The program is designed to be turn-key, fun and educational. It is based on NGSS standards and designed to introduce students to light pollution, the negative effects it can have on living things, and possible solutions. It is a three-day unit with each day consisting of a 60-minute class period. Times can be adjusted to meet school-specific needs.
Click here for the program’s Educator Guide.
Click here for the program’s Student Notebook.
AMC See The Dark Digital Photo Essay
We welcome the sharing of photos and photo essays to raise awareness of the importance of dark skies and to share experiences of the dark sky across urban, suburban, and rural communities.
Post your photos or digital photo essay about the dark sky on either Twitter or Instagram. Be sure to include the hashtag #SeeTheDark in your posts.
Postings may be done by either students, teachers, administrators, or the school/district, depending on your district’s social media policy.