Maryland Green Center Certified
The Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) has recognized Claud E. Kitchens Outdoor School for our dedicated efforts in modeling best environmental practices, extending learning into our community, and assisting schools in their efforts to become a Maryland Green School.
Our school was recognized as a NEW Maryland Green Center in 2007. We received our first recertification in 2010, and our second recertification in 2014. In 2018, we were recognized as a Sustainable Center by MAEOE. Please click here for more information on the Green School Program. Schools interested in beginning their Green School process may reach out to Fairview for guidance and instructional support anytime at 301-766-8138. |
Terrapins in the Classroom
Each year our school adopts a Diamondback Terrapin as part of the Terrapins in the Classroom project. During the turtle's stay, students collect growth data, observe behaviors, learn animal care techniques and research the natural history of the species. At the end of the school year, the Aquarium offers the opportunity for students to take a field trip to Poplar Island to release the terrapins back into their natural habitat.
Please click here for more information on the Terrapins in the Classroom Project.
Please click here for more information on the Terrapins in the Classroom Project.