FROM: James D. Herberg, General Manager
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INSIDE THE OUTDOORS YEAR END RECAP
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GENERAL MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION
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RECOMMENDATION:
Information Only.
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BACKGROUND
The Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) entered into a contract with the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) in March 2015 to enhance our environmental education outreach to students in elementary and high school.
The program included:
"Drip Drop Traveling Scientist", a water education session for fifth grade students that includes OC San's "What 2 Flush" program.
"Scientists of the Sewer", a week-long wastewater treatment laboratory program for high school students. It is a hands-on application of science, teaching wastewater treatment principles. The program meets the California Science Content Standards and promotes career development.
RELEVANT STANDARDS
* Maintain influential legislative advocacy and a public outreach program
* Make it easy for people to understand OC San's roles and value to the community
PROBLEM
Without this type of program, children may not have the opportunity to explore wastewater treatment and expand their knowledge, understanding, and stewardship of the environment.
PROPOSED SOLUTION
By providing this educational program, students learn about the watershed and develop ways to conserve water in their neighborhoods. Additionally, students learn about the roles scientists play in wastewater treatment through virtual interactive lab activities and virtual tours of Plant No.1.
TIMING CONCERNS
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RAMIFICATIONS OF NOT TAKING ACTION
If we do not educate the community, local agencies, and area businesses about OC San, we may not have the support necessary to deliver our mission.
PRIOR COMMITTEE/BOARD ACTIONS
February 2015 - Approved a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Department of Education for Educational Services with Inside the Outdoors for a one-year term, with four one-year renewal opti...
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