With Links chapters all over the country and a few outside of the U.S., WildSTEM has been blooming since 2019. Check out part one of this blog to understand the … Read more
Students and Nature
WildSTEM is Winning!
What is WildSTEM? “WildSTEM” is a term coined by The Links, Incorporated, under the leadership of National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Board Member, Dr. Mamie Parker, and the former LINKS-STEMREADY National … Read more
Empowering Students, Staff, and Communities for Sustainability
From February 17–19, 2026, school and sustainability leaders from across the country will gather in San Diego, California, for the 16th annual Green Schools Conference (GSC). We are proud to … Read more
Stewardship Spotlight: Schools of Salmon and Students in the Pacific Northwest, Part 2
Read part 1 of this two-part salmon series here. School Bright Spot: A Challenge Met Michelle Tursi first connected with NWF as a participating Eco-Schools U.S. Salmon Stewards teacher from … Read more
2025 Conservation Wins in the South
From black bears and bald eagles to blue crabs and manatees, the southern United States is home to a wide range of species and offers a rest stop to millions … Read more
Stewardship Spotlight: Schools of Salmon and Students in the Pacific Northwest, Part 1
Fall rains of the Pacific Northwest have descended and with them, the annual migration of salmon determined to reach their home waters. Having left the vast Pacific Ocean in the … Read more
Meet the Marvelous Marvels: A Celebration of 10 Exceptional Monarch Heroes Teachers
Join National Wildlife Federation in celebrating 10 teachers whose innovation, commitment, and leadership over the years has defined them as iconic Monarch Heroes on their campus and in their community. … Read more
Winter Break Fun!
The National Wildlife Federation is excited to share two new resources to help educate and engage kids and families around wildlife and nature over the winter break, while school is … Read more
Slithering Through the Branches at Smith College
Species Overview The eastern ratsnake, Pantherophis alleghaniensis, is an arboreal snake species, spending much of its time in trees. It hunts in both the tree canopy and on the ground, … Read more
Eco-Schools in Action: Students Leading Change, Communities Seeing Impact
Across the country, schools are rising to meet the moment where climate action, student leadership, and community partnership intersect. The Eco-Schools program provides a powerful framework that helps K-12 schools … Read more
