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Youth Environmental Program (YEP) is sponsored by West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP). This program provides a challenge and an opportunity for West Virginia youth groups (e. g.
, 4-H clubs, scouts, schools) to participate in environmental projects within their communities, such as litter cleanups, recycling drives, and tree plantings.
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Youth Environmental Program (YEP) Agency Directory | Phone Directory | Online Services west virginia department of environmental protection west virginia department of environmental protection west virginia department of environmental protection Youth Environmental Program (YEP) The West Virginia Youth Environmental Program was established in 1963 under the Division of Natural Resources as the West Virginia Youth Conservation Program.
Its mission has not changed over the years: To provide a challenge and an opportunity to the youth of our state to participate in environmental projects within their communities. The program is sponsored by the DEP.
It is designed to unite existing youth groups such as 4-H clubs, scouts, kindergarten, elementary, junior high/middle and high schools, FFA chapters, church youth fellowships, and others toward the common goal of Making West Virginia Shine! The program provides incentive to the groups to actively participate in environmental projects such as litter cleanups, recycling drives and tree plantings.
It creates an interest and enthusiasm for preserving our natural resources, with more than $15,000 in cash and other awards including a college scholarship. Youth groups can become involved in the West Virginia Youth Environmental Program by simply enrolling at any time. There is no obligation and no cost.
Each group that enrolls receives informative materials, lists of available awards, the award sponsors, project ideas, and criteria for reporting. Youth groups enrolled in the program must submit a report of their projects to become eligible for more than $15,000 in awards. Projects are to be completed from March 16 of the current year through March 15 of the next year.
These reports are judged and the winning youth groups are presented their awards at the Annual Youth Environmental Day . This year's event will be held the third Saturday in May at DEP Headquarters, Charleston, West Virginia. Individual awards are also available.
Email : Annette. L. Hoskins@wv.
gov Youth Environmental Program Registration Form YEP Awards and Project Information Learn more about YEP and its award programs. 2026 YEP Calendar of Events A downloadable copy of the YEP events planned for 2026. Request a classroom, meeting, or event presentation.
Environmental Teacher of the Year To promote environmental stewardship and education in West Virginia, the WV Department of Environmental Protection is proud to sponsor the Environmental Teacher of the Year Award. Winners will be chosen in the Elementary, Middle, and High School levels. This award is given to educators that have gone above and beyond to promote environmental awareness and stewardship in their classrooms and communities.
Each Teacher of the year receives a $500 personal award and a $1000 award to promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education in their school. To nominate yourself or another, please submit an application packet.
Zachary White : Allen T Allison Elementary School, Hancock County Margie Suder : Marion County School's STEAM Center, Marion County Lee Wright : Tygarts Valley Middle/High School, Randolph County Environmental Teacher of the Year Application Each year, the DEP sponsors an Earth Day celebration at the Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia, in Charleston.
During this event, school children are exposed to various displays regarding environmental protection, resource conservation, and energy efficiency. Many of these displays are "hands-on" for the students. 2026 Earth Day Celebration The Earth Day celebration for 2026 is scheduled for Tuesday, April 21 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Clay Center.
GroupReservations@theclaycenter. org or by calling the box office at Exhibitor Registration Form Environmental Teacher of the Year application deadline. Deadline for Youth Environmental Program reports, posters, scholarship applications, Hall of Fame nominations and art projects.
Earth Day celebration at the Clay Center in Charleston.
International observance of Earth Day Adopt-A-Highway Spring Cleanup 63rd Annual Youth Environmental Day 46th Annual WV Junior Conservation Camp Adopt-A-Highway Volunteer Appreciation Day Adopt-A-Highway Fall Cleanup 50th Annual Youth Environmental Conference at Chief Logan State Park West Virginia Recycles Day Office of Environmental Advocate Covered Electronic Device Manufacturer and Retailer Compliance Information Online Reporting Tool for Recycling Establishments Pollution Prevention and Open Dump Program Recycling and Waste Reduction Standard Operating Procedures for Litter Control Youth Environmental Program (YEP) Currently selected 2020 Virtual Junior Conservation Camp 2021 Virtual Junior Conservation Camp Environmental Education Links Youth Environmental Conference Youth Environmental Program Lesson Plans Official Emergency Spill Report Report Non-Emergency Complaint Report Complaint | Email Us | --> Public Comments Media Inquiries | Our Offices Request Information | Jobs | Employees Department of Environmental Protection
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Existing youth groups such as 4-H clubs, scouts, kindergarten, elementary, junior high/middle and high schools, FFA chapters, church youth fellowships, and others in West Virginia. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows more than $15,000 in cash and other awards, including a college scholarship. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Youth Environmental Program (YEP) is funded by West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in West Virginia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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