NTC is dedicated to fostering a healthy, equitable, urban forest in the City of Newport, RI, through tree management and planting programs, for the benefit of present and future citizens of Newport. Their goal is to engage in environmental education regarding the importance of trees and improved planting and maintenance techniques. They teach K-12 field trips, school outreach, after-school and summer programs, as well as public programs in Newport’s parks and public spaces.
At a glance:
- Resource Type: After-school Programs, Camps, Community Learning Projects, Community Science, Field Trips, Outreach Programs/Speakers, Public and/or Family Programs, Service-Learning Projects
- Audiences: Adults, College/University Students, Elementary (K-Grade 5) Students, Environmental Professionals, Families, High School (Grades 9-12) Students, Homeschools, Middle School (Grades 6-8) Students, Public and/or Private Schools, Seniors, Special Needs, Youth Groups/Scouts
- Environmental Focus: Agriculture/Farming, Air, Animals/Wildlife, Biodiversity, Career Choices, Climate Change/Weather, Conservation, Cultural Awareness, Ecology, EE Best Practices, Environmental Health, Environmental Justice, Gardening/Compost, Habitats/Ecosystems, Nature Awareness, Plants/Trees/Forests, Pollution, Soil, Storm Water, Sustainability, Water/Watersheds
- Academic Focus: Career & Technical Education, Civics/Social Studies, Health, Science, Social Emotional Learning
