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Green Schools

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The U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools program honors schools that are exemplary in the three pillars of

  • Reducing environmental impact and cost
  • Improving the health and wellness of students and staff, and
  • Providing effective environmental and sustainability education, which incorporates STEM, civic skills and green career pathways. 



The Kentucky Green Schools (KGS)​ program is designed to inspire students to develop environmentally friendly behavior and to feel empowered to take active steps toward creating a greener and healthier world—starting with their local environment at school. ​​