At the Chip Connally Center for Environmental Stewardship, students are getting outside, digging in, and discovering the wonders of the natural world. Join us as we chat with Elizabeth Lewis, Heritage’s Environmental Engagement Specialist, about the inspiration behind the Center, how students across every division are gardening, recycling, and exploring sustainability, and the creative ways this outdoor classroom brings science to life. From behind-the-scenes preparation to hands-on projects and future plans, this episode dives into how the Chip Connally Center is helping students connect with nature, think critically, and grow as stewards of the environment.

Episode Chapters:

• 0:00 – 2:35 – Welcome & Introduction
• 2:35 – 11:05 – Meet the Chip Connally Center & Its Programs
• 11:05 – 15:11 – Building the Garden: Behind the Scenes
• 15:12 – 18:26 – Connecting Across Subjects: Recycling & the Monarch Project
• 18:27 – 26:05 – Why These Programs Matter
• 26:06 – 27:26 – Bringing Nature Home: Simple Tips for Families
• 27:27 – 28:20 – Final Question & Reflection
• 28:21 – 30:09 – Ode to the Chip Connally