At TREE, we believe our students are the greatest natural resource on earth. For three decades, we have worked to educate children and adults about the life science processes that govern our planet, inspire them to appreciate the natural world, and motivate them to protect it.

OUR PROGRAMS

SUNSHIP EARTH

Getting to know your place in space

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EARTHKEEPERS

4 Keys for helping young people live in harmony

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SUNSHIP III

Perception and choice for the journey ahead

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LOST TREASURES

A storybook journey through the earth’s systems

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The always energetic and curious, Mrs. Gaffney-Higgins / Squirrel
The always energetic and curious, Mrs. Gaffney-Higgins / Squirrel
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Tri-continental teacher, Alvera "Ali" McMillan pollinates her middle school students with knowledge and confidence.
Tri-continental teacher, Alvera "Ali" McMillan pollinates her middle school students with knowledge and confidence.
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Nathaniel Burton is a New Orleans fourth generation educator teaching at T.R.E.E. since 2016.
Nathaniel Burton is a New Orleans fourth generation educator teaching at T.R.E.E. since 2016.
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Quiet and strong, Brianne Blakney is Proud to be called, Doe.
Quiet and strong, Brianne Blakney is Proud to be called, Doe.
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Change Maker, Karen Marshall / Cocoon
Change Maker, Karen Marshall / Cocoon
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Waves
Waves
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White Tiger
White Tiger

What do you like best about being an educator?

Hands down creating meaningful relationships with my students. Sometimes, being able to sit down and talk with a student who really needs it is more important than the lesson I'm teaching that day and that's okay. To me, teaching goes beyond the classroom and the standards of what we are supposed to teach daily. While I love teaching my students skills and strategies to physical education, I more so love that I am able to see them as more than just my students, but as young adolescents who at times need some guidance along the way.

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Ms. Tomes
Ms. Tomes

Why did you decide to be a teacher?

I decided to become a teacher because it is a profession prevalent in my family (4 aunts, 1 uncle, grandmother, and mother are all teachers!) and I saw the impact that my family had with individual student lives, in addition to their education. It seemed like an important job, and I LOVE people, so here I am!

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Tulip
Tulip

How would you describe your teaching style?

I hope to create a community where kids feel comfortable taking risks, working through struggles, celebrating differences, and sharing learning moments.

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We help children gain a deeper understanding of who and where they are as they learn valuable and relevant concepts about our world.

 

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