Cultivating Regenerative Learning Ecologies
Supporting Climate Action Through
Outdoor Nature-Based Pedagogy
Mycelium Cooperative partners with K-12 schools to advance Climate Action Plans through the cultivation of Regenerative Learning Ecologies—transformative educational approaches that integrate outdoor nature-based pedagogy with academic excellence. Our services support teachers and leadership in building confidence, pedagogical skills, and sustainable outdoor learning practices that foster ecological citizenship while meeting academic standards.
Through mentoring, modeling, and collaborative curriculum design, we help schools create learning environments where students and educators develop meaningful relationships with place, deepen their understanding of climate resilience, and practice regenerative thinking in action.
Service Tier Options
Tier 1 Essential Support
Commitment: 4 hours per week
Services Included:
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Direct support sessions, scheduled collaboratively to fit school needs
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Group professional development with teaching teams
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Introduction to nature-based pedagogy principles and outdoor learning frameworks
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Seasonal curriculum planning aligned with state academic standards
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Co-teaching and modeling sessions with individual teachers
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Email consultation and resource sharing between sessions
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Access to curated outdoor learning resource library
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Monthly progress check-ins with school leadership (15-20 minutes)
Typical Weekly Structure:
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2 hours: Group professional development or team planning session
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2 hours: Individual teacher co-teaching/modeling in outdoor settings
Best For: Schools beginning their outdoor learning journey or seeking consistent foundational support for teaching staff.
Tier 2 Enhanced Support
Commitment: 5 hours per week
Services Included (all Tier 1 services plus):
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Increased co-teaching/modeling time with multiple teachers
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Customized curriculum design support for grade-level teams
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Weather adaptation strategies and risk-benefit assessment training
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Observation and feedback sessions with written recommendations
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Development of site-specific outdoor learning protocols and routines
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Bi-weekly check-in calls with school leadership (20-30 minutes)
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Documentation of best practices and lesson planning templates
Typical Weekly Structure:
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2 hours: Group professional development or team planning session
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2 hours: Co-teaching/modeling with individual teachers
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1 hour: Curriculum design, feedback documentation, or individual mentoring and modeling.
Best For: Schools ready to deepen practice with more individualized teacher support and curriculum integration.
Tier 3 Comprehensive Support
Commitment: 6 hours per week
Services Included (all Tier 1 & 2 services plus):
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Extended co-teaching time with rotating teachers across grade levels
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Comprehensive curriculum integration across all grades
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Development of school-wide outdoor learning vision and implementation plan
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Support for community partnerships and outdoor site development
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Weekly leadership check-ins with principal and instructional team
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Family engagement support and communication resources
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Emergency protocol development and staff training
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Ongoing assessment, documentation, and program evaluation
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Creation of sustainable internal teacher resources and guides
Typical Weekly Structure:
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2 hours: Group professional development or team planning session
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2-3 hours: Co-teaching/modeling with multiple teachers
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1-2 hours: Curriculum design, leadership meetings, documentation, or strategic planning
Best For: Schools committed to systemic transformation and building a robust, sustainable outdoor learning culture across all grade levels.
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What's Next
To explore a partnership:
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Connect with us to discuss your school’s Climate Action Plan goals and outdoor learning vision
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Schedule a site visit to explore possibilities and assess your outdoor spaces
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Co-design your partnership by selecting a service tier and customizing support to fit your context
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Begin collaboration through a signed service agreement and scheduled kick-off session