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Introducing the Interim Director of Common Ground High School, Monique Frasier!
Common Ground Community: In advance of the 2024-25 school year, Common Ground High School (CGHS) welcomes Monique Frasier to the post of Interim School Director. After three years leading CGHS as School Director, Cherry Pacquette-Emmanuel made the decision to step away to prioritize the needs of her family, while remaining a part of the Common Ground community. Her successes as
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The Best Farm: Common Ground Farm
By Christian Sarno, Common Ground Class of 2023 A lot of people in this world want to start their own farm to get their own fruits and vegetables, and not have to spend around 20
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Introducing the Interim Director of Common Ground High School, Monique Frasier!
Common Ground Community: In advance of the 2024-25 school year, Common Ground High School (CGHS) welcomes Monique Frasier to the post of Interim School Director. After three years leading CGHS as School Director, Cherry Pacquette-Emmanuel
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Feast from the Fields Weekend 2024 – Sept. 14-15th Photos
Thank you for joining us for our 2024 Feast from the Fields weekend of events! It was an honor to gather with YOU, our joyous and powerful community. Please enjoy these event photos taken by
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Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for November 18, 2024
This meeting will be held in person. November 18th 5:30pm In person at Common Ground – Springside 205 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting October 28, 2024 (DRAFT)
October 28, 2024 Board of Directors Minutes Microsoft Teams Link Microsoft Teams Recording Present: Alexis Smith, Alisha Crutchfield, Brian Kelahan, Carly Osborne, Jeff Carter, Karen Jenkins, Liz Cox, Michelle Sepulveda, Terri Snell. Staff: Amanda Byam,
Feast from the Fields Weekend 2024 – Sept. 14-15th Photos
Thank you for joining us for our 2024 Feast from the Fields weekend of events! It was an honor to gather with YOU, our joyous and powerful community. Please enjoy these event photos taken by
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for October 28, 2024
October 28, 2024 AGENDA By Microsoft Teams Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 269 876 442 273 Passcode: YjD3Xo Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes,
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting September 30, 2024
This meeting was held in person. September 30th 5:30pm In person at Common Ground – Springside Room 205 Present: Alexis Smith, Karen Jenkins, Liz Cox, Brian Kelahan, Jeff Carter, Carly Osborne, Peter Ludwig. Staff: Amanda
Common Ground is Seeking a Science Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Science Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 225 students form an inclusive, powerful
Common Ground is Seeking a Math Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Math Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 225 students form an inclusive, powerful
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for September 30, 2024
This meeting will be held in person. September 30th 5:30pm In person at Common Ground – Springside 205 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or
Common Ground Is Seeking a School Nurse
About Common Ground Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful community of learners and leaders. These students benefit from a
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024 Board of Directors Minutes Zoom Link Zoom Recording Present: Alexis Smith, Karen Jenkins, Liz Cox, Michelle Sepulveda, Brian Kelahan, Terri Snell, Jeff Carter, Michelle Sepulveda, Carly Osborne. Staff: Amanda Byam, Elena Augusewicz,
Seeking Environmental Leadership Coordinator (Part-Time)
About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful community of learners and leaders. These students benefit
Seeking Assistant Director, Human Resources & Operations
About Common Ground Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. “Farm meets forest meets city” on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the base of West Rock Ridge. The site
Request for Proposals: Urban Forest Management
Common Ground is seeking proposals from independent contractors who can manage implementation of key aspects of a forest management plan for Common Ground’s 20-acre campus and adjacent forested land. We seek a individual contractor or
Meet the Chefs of Common Ground’s Feast from the Fields ’24!
At Common Ground, we deeply value everyone who makes up our local food ecosystem. These community partners hold the same beliefs that we do - that food can be a celebration, rooted in
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024 AGENDA By Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86299828728?pwd=NTIJhLqcxv37vrOfqiatLvnDqe5klU.1 Meeting ID: 862 9982 8728 Passcode: 609432 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see instructions
Introducing the Interim Director of Common Ground High School, Monique Frasier!
Common Ground Community: In advance of the 2024-25 school year, Common Ground High School (CGHS) welcomes Monique Frasier to the post of Interim School Director. After three years leading CGHS as School Director, Cherry Pacquette-Emmanuel
Meet Carolina Guerra, CGHS Alum & Summer Communications Intern at Common Ground!
Carolina recently completed an internship at Common Ground (CG), this summer. She is currently studying Communications at Albertus Magnus College and we were thrilled to welcome her back to campus, as she is also a
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting June 24, 2024
June 24, 2024 Board of Directors Minutes Zoom Link Zoom Recording Present: Alexis Smith, Karen Jenkins, Liz Cox, Bob Parker, Peter Ludwig, Shelly Hicks, Jen Burke, Brian Kelahan, Terri Snell, Jeff Carter, Michelle Sepulveda. Staff:
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for June 24, 2024
June 24, 2024 AGENDA By Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82984917713?pwd=NG5sZ0d2UmROVGVaYnUzeG1YR2djUT09 Meeting ID: 829 8491 7713 Passcode: 165927 Welcome Public Comment (6:00) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see instructions
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting May 20, 2024
Minutes of the Common Ground Board of Directors May 20, 2024 Zoom Link to Recording Present: Brian Kelahan, Alexis Smith, Liz Cox, Bob Parker, Ky Andersson, Monique Frasier, Peter Ludwig, Terri Snell, Alisha Crutchfield,
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024 Board of Directors Minutes Zoom Recording Present: Alexis Smith, Monica Maccera Filppu, Liz Cox, Bob Parker, Peter Ludwig, Shelly Hicks, Aubrey Bido, Clouds Mutale, Jen Burke, Brian Kelahan. Kyeen Andersson, Terri
Help us welcome Tash Neal, Senior Manager of Grants and Contracts at Common Ground!
Tash recently joined our Development and Communications team as the Senior Manager of Grants and Contracts at Common Ground (CG), this spring. They are also familiar with CG through volunteering for Feast from the Fields,
Help us welcome Cristina Egas, Communications Intern at Common Ground!
Cristina recently started as an intern at Common Ground (CG), this spring. She is studying Environmental Science at Quinnipiac University and we are so excited to welcome her back at CG, as she is also
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024 AGENDA By Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82984917713?pwd=NG5sZ0d2UmROVGVaYnUzeG1YR2djUT09 Meeting ID: 829 8491 7713 Passcode: 165927 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see instructions
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting April 29, 2024
Zoom Recording Present: Alexis Smith, Monica Maccera Filppu, Liz Cox, Bob Parker, Peter Ludwig, Shelly Hicks, Aubrey Bido, Clouds Mutale, Jen Burke, Brian Kelahan. Kyeen Andersson, Terri Snell, Jeff Carter, Michelle Sepulveda Staff: Elena Augusewicz,
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for April 29, 2024
April 29, 2024 By Zoom Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82984917713?pwd=NG5sZ0d2UmROVGVaYnUzeG1YR2djUT09 Meeting ID: 829 8491 7713 Passcode: 165927 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by
Meet Denis Granado, Math Teacher at Common Ground
Denis joined us at CG, at the start of the fall semester, as a Math Teacher. He recently sat down with After School Media Club member, Alex Almanzar, for an interview and shared his passion
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting March 25, 2024
This Meeting was held in person March 25th 5:30pm In person at Common Ground - Hilltop Room 109 Present: Alexis Smith, Michelle Sepulveda, Teri Snell, Brian Kelahan, Clouds Mutale, Kyeen Andersson, Peter Ludwig, Alisha Crutchfield,
Help us congratulate Candi Fulcher in her new role – Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Common Ground!
Candi began transitioning into her new role at CG, at the start of the fall semester, as a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist. She now serves as the Director of DEI, having officially started
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for March 25, 2024
This Meeting will be held in person March 25th 5:30pm In person at Common Ground - Hilltop 109 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting Feb. 26, 2024
This Meeting will be held By Zoom February 26th 5:30pm Zoom Recording Present: Alexis Smith, Brian Kelahan, Liz Cox, Keen Andersson, Aubrey Bido, Clouds Mutale, Aubrey Bido, Monique Frasier, Terri Snell, Jen Burke, Jeff
Celebrating Black History, Present & Futures at CG!
Written by Aurora Coon, CG's Manager of Development & Communications. Photos and videos by Aurora, After School Media Club facilitator Amanda Byam, and Media Club students Camila, Alex, and Aurelio. Common Ground seeks to celebrate
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Feb. 26, 2024
This Meeting will be held By Zoom February 26th 5:30pm Join Zoom Meeting Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see instructions below)
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting Jan 29, 202
This Meeting will be held By Zoom January 29th: 5:30pm LINK TO ZOOM RECORDING Present: Alexis Smith, Monica Macera Filppu, Liz Cox, Jeff Carter, Aubrey Bido, Brian Kelahan, Shelly Hicks, Monique Frasier, Kyeen Andersson, Terri
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting Dec. 18, 2023
This Meeting will be held By Zoom December 18th: 5:30pm Zoom Recording Present: Monica Maccera Filppu, Brian Kelahan, Aubrey Bido, Clouds Mutale, Shelly Hicks, Peter Ludwig, Lizanne Cox, Bob Parker, Terri Snell, Monique Frasier, Goia
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Jan. 29, 2024
This Meeting will be held By Zoom January 29th: 5:30pm Join Zoom Meeting Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see instructions
Meet Paul Clare, Biology Teacher at Common Ground
Paul joined us at CG, at the start of the fall semester, as a Biology Teacher. He recently sat down with After School Media Club facilitator, Amanda Byam, for an interview and shared his passion
Meet Kristin Cataldo, Resource Educator at Common Ground
Kristin joined us at CG, at the beginning of this fall semester, as a Resource Educator. She recently sat down with After School Media Club member, Aubrey Bido, for an interview and shared her passion
Meet Trevor Williams, Common Ground’s New Site & Facilities Manager
Trevor recently joined us at CG as our new Site & Facilities Manager. After School Media Club member -- Aubrey Bido -- had the opportunity to interview him, along with contributions from fellow club member
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Nov. 27, 2023
This Meeting will be held By Zoom Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82984917713?pwd=NG5sZ0d2UmROVGVaYnUzeG1YR2djUT09 November 27, 2023 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see instructions
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Meeting Oct. 30, 2023
This Meeting will be held in person At Common Ground 358 Springside Ave Hilltop Room 109 October 30, 2023 Present: Bob Parker, Monique Frasier, Jen Burke, Liz Cox, Brian Kelahan, Shelly Hicks, Jeff Carter, Alexis
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Oct. 30, 2023
This Meeting will be held in person At Common Ground 358 Springside Ave Hilltop Room 109 October 30, 2023 Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Sept 18, 2023
This Meeting will be held by Zoom September 18th, 2023 5:30 pm Zoom Link Present: Alexis Smith, Bob Parker, Monica Maccera Filppu, Liz Cox, Brian Kelahan, Jeff Carter, Kyeen Andersson. Shelly Hicks, Gioia Connell,
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Special Meeting Oct. 2, 2023
This Meeting will be held by Google Meet October 2nd, 2023 5:30 pm Present: Alexis Smith, Shelly Hicks, Lizanne Cox, Bob parker, Monica Maccera Filppu, Jennifer Burke, Carly Osbourne, Gioia Connell, Jeff Carter, Monique
Common Ground Board Special Meeting Agenda for Oct. 2, 2023
This Meeting will be held by Google Meet October 2nd, 2023 5:30 pm Google Meet Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see
Meet Esther Chiang, Common Ground’s Food Justice Education Coordinator
Esther recently joined us at CG as our Food Justice Education Coordinator. CG's Communications Coordinator -- Amanda Byam -- had the opportunity to meet with her and understand her passions for being involved in the
Feast from the Fields ’23 – Saturday Photos
Thank you for joining Feast from the Fields ’23. It was an honor to gather with YOU, our joyous and powerful community. Please enjoy these event photos taken by Joel Callaway Photography. We’d also love
Feast for Families ’23 – Sunday Photos
Thank you for joining Feast for Families ’23. We are so grateful for YOU, our joyous & powerful community! Help us reach our Feast Goal by making a gift HERE of any size! Please enjoy
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Sep. 18, 2023
This Meeting will be held by Zoom September 18th, 2023 5:30 pm Zoom Link Welcome Public Comment (5:30) (two minutes per person for a total time limit of 30 minutes, or by email; see instructions
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: August 28, 2023
This Meeting was be held in person at Common Ground: 358 Springside Ave. New Haven (Outdoor Picnic Pavilion) There is no Zoom link or recording for this meeting New Haven Ecology Project August 28th
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Aug. 28, 2023
This Meeting will be held in person at Common Ground: 358 Springside Ave. New Haven (Outdoor Picnic Pavilion) There will be no Zoom link or recording for this meeting New Haven Ecology Project August
CT Summer at the Museum – FREE Admission for Kids
Common Ground was recently awarded a grant in the amount of $7,000 from Connecticut Humanities to support its participation in the CT Summer at the Museum initiative. The program invites Connecticut children ages 18
Meet the Chefs of Common Ground’s Feast from the Fields ’23!
At Common Ground, we deeply value everyone who makes up our local food ecosystem. These community partners hold the same beliefs that we do - that food can be a celebration, rooted in
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: June 27, 2023
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project, Inc. Common Ground ZOOM RECORDING
Sustainable Partnerships & Community Spaces!
Firehouse 12 recently reopened to the public for the first time since 2020! This unique space is a delight of the senses – a thoughtfully designed jazz and experimental music venue, recording studio, and bar/restaurant.
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: June 26, 2023
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project June 26, 2023 Meeting Recording
Common Ground Annual Board Meeting Agenda for June 27, 2023
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Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for June 26, 2023
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A Helping Hand for Latinx Community in Healthcare
Our 12th graders at Common Ground have been working on their senior capstone projects since September! Each student chose a topic they’re passionate about to research and take action on. One of our seniors, Leslie
Common Ground Garden Party 2023 – Gratitude and Photos!
Common Ground Garden 2023 Party Photos! It truly a pleasure to gather with you to celebrate Common Ground. We are humbled by your support. A special thank you to Nancy and Charles for opening their
The Best Farm: Common Ground Farm
By Christian Sarno, Common Ground Class of 2023 A lot of people in this world want to start their own farm to get their own fruits and vegetables, and not have to spend around 20
Meet Amanda Byam, Common Ground’s Communications Coordinator
Amanda recently joined us at CG as our Communications Coordinator. The Educational Change Internship team -- including Jetaly Traverso, Angel Mercado, Amelia Bragg-Phillips, and Joel Tolman -- had the opportunity to meet with her and
Meet Aurora Coon, Manager of Development & Communications at Common Ground!
by Izabella Eichensehr, Amelia Bragg-Phillips, Luis Diaz, Jetaly Traverso, and Joel Tolman, from CG's Educational Change Intern Team What’s your job at CG? I am the Manager of Development and Communication. I get to celebrate
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: May 22, 2023
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website Link to Meeting Recording: Zoom Recording New Haven Ecology Project
Meet Victor Rios, Student Support Manager!
Victor Rios is the Student Support Manager at Common Ground. He has guided students through high school academically, and emotionally, for years. Educational Change intern Amelia Bragg-Phillips interviewed Mr. Rios to get an idea of
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for May 22, 2023
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Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: April 24, 2023
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project April 24th, 2023 Zoom Recording
Meet Waleska Arroyo, Common Ground Kitchen Assistant!
Meet Waleska Arroyo, Common Ground’s Kitchen Assistant By Izabella Eichensehr, CG '23, Education Change Intern On a recent Wednesday morning, I asked Waleska Arroyo if I could interview her for the Common Ground blog –
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for April 24, 2023
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Meet Ms. Marisa Misbach, Common Ground English Teacher!
Meet Ms. Misbach, Common Ground English Teacher! By Luis Diaz, Angel Mercado, Jetaly Traverso, Amelia Bragg-Phillips, and Izabella Eichensehr, Education Change Interns Ms. Marisa Misbach joined our team in November, stepping in to teach English
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: March 27, 2023
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project March 27, 2023 Zoom Recording Present:
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for March 27, 2023
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Sugaring in the Winter that Wasn’t…
By Mark Loalbo - Site and Facilities Manager Before we begin...it is important to recognize that maple sugaring is an indigenous tradition that precedes the colonization of North America. We are grateful to the people
CG Alum Meet Up in Dominican Republic For Experiential Medical Program
by Carla Lia, School Operations Manager Common Ground alumni are going places! Earlier this winter, I and other staff at Common Ground noticed pictures of two of our alumni, dressed in scrubs and giving medical
Meet Our Green Jobs Corps Coordinator, Ana Reyes!
By Amelia Bragg-Phillips, Izabella, Angel Mercado, Jetaly Traverso Ana Reyes (she/they) joined Common Ground this spring as the Green Jobs Corps Coordinator. Green Jobs Corps has been a program at Common Ground for more than
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: February 27, 2023
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project February 27, 2023 Zoom
Special Notice and Agenda: Board Meeting for Expulsion Hearing
Special Notice and Agenda: Board Meeting for Expulsion Hearings New Haven Ecology Project March 1, 2023 1:00pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86509980540?pwd=UXZsa1RkNGhqRm5OSFlTU1BOclJsdz09 Meeting ID: 865 0998 0540 Passcode: 462919 PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Feb. 27, 2023
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Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: January 30, 2023
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Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Jan. 20, 2023
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FILLED- Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Environmental Science Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Environmental Science Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive,
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Food Justice Education Coordinator
Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the base of West Rock Ridge. The site abuts
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Dec. 18, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project December 19, 2022 Meeting Recording
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Dec. 18, 2022
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Meet Nicole Pertelesi, Common Ground Art Teacher
Nicole Pertelesi joined our team in fall 2022 as our art teacher -- and brings so much to our small school community! Learn more about her in this interview with our Educational Change Intern team,
Meet Ms. McKinnon, Common Ground Special Educator
We're so excited to have Ms. Briana McKinnon on our team at Common Ground this year. Her ability to build loving, accountable relationships with our high school students, her background in math and business, and
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Nov. 28, 2022
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FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Support Educator
Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 225 students form an inclusive, powerful community of learners and leaders. These students benefit from a unique learning environment:
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for November 28 , 2022
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FILLED- Common ground is Seeking a Green Jobs Corps Program Coordinator
Green Jobs Corps Program Coordinator The New Haven Ecology Project/Common Ground Is Seeking a Program Coordinator (part-time). About Common Ground: Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest
Welcome Back To Ms. Burke, English & Reading Teacher!
This fall, we welcomed Jennifer Burke to Common Ground – for a second time! Ms. Burke was a reading and English teacher at Common Ground from 2007 to 2013, and also played an important role
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Schoolyards Teacher and Environmental Educator
Job Title: Schoolyards Teacher and Environmental Educator Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at
Introducing Gammy Moses, Common Ground’s New Student Affairs Manager!
Gamaliel Moses (a.k.a. Mr. Gammy) joined our full-time staff this summer – but, as you’ll learn from this interview, he’s been part of our Common Ground family for much longer than that. We are proud
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Oct. 24, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Minutes Oct.
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for October 24, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda Oct. 24, 2022
Special Notice and Agenda: Board Meeting for Expulsion Hearings
New Haven Ecology Project October 27, 2022 4pm and 6pm 358 Springside Ave, New Haven CT 06515 PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, Special Board Meeting will be at
Common Ground is Hiring a Forest School Teacher and Environmental Educator
Forest School Teacher and Environmental Educator Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage: The Importance of Latino Greek Organizations and Cultural Centers – From Ms. Fernandez and Javi
Hey Common Ground Family! This is Ms. Crystal Fernandez and Javi Fernandez, kicking off Common Ground's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. We thought this would be a great opportunity to highlight organizations that support Latino
Welcoming Ms. Debora Feliz, 9th Grade Special Educator!
By Education Change Intern Team Members Jayden Carty, Taite Popkin, Madison Acampora, Sarah Reynolds, and Joel Tolman Ms. Debora Feliz joined Common Ground’s Special Education team this fall – working in particular with 9th graders,
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Site and Facilities Manager
Job Title: Site and Facilities Manager Organization Overview Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful community of learners and leaders.
Meet Ms. Jacobs, Common Ground’s New School Counselor
Ms. Tashida Jacobs joined Common Ground this Fall as our school counselor! While Common Ground has always supported students in traveling paths to college success, meaningful careers, powerful leadership, and happy healthy lives, this is
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Sept. 19, 2022
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Meet Javier Fernandez, Student Engagement & Out-of-School Program Manager!
Javier Fernandez (he encourages students & families to call him Javi) joined Common Ground’s team this summer as our Manager for Student Engagement & Out of School Programs. Javi hit the ground running – helping
FILLED: Common Ground is Seeking an English Language Arts Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time English Language Arts Teacher (1.0 FTE) About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students
Common Ground is Seeking a Part Time After School Partner
Part Time After School Partner Immediate opening for SY 22-23 Job Description About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students
Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for Sept. 19, 2022
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Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Aug 29, 2022
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Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for August 29, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda August 29, 2022
Meet the Chefs of Feast 2022!
At Common Ground, we deeply value everyone who makes up our local food ecosystem. These community partners hold the same beliefs that we do - that food can be a celebration, rooted in culture
CGHS 2022-23 COVID & Health Update from Nurse Keith
Hello Common Ground Students and Families, This is Keith Riley, Common Ground's School Nurse, and I would like to give everyone some updates from the health office. Health Documents: We are still missing many documents, including
Common Ground is Seeking a Creative Carpenter and Handy Person
Job Title: Creative Carpenter and Handy Person (Part Time) Job Description Help us connect children to nature based learning and play! Seeking a creative carpenter who can design and build a variety of outdoor learning
FILLED Common Ground is Seeking A Part-Time Career and Technology Education Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Part-Time Career and Technology Education Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking A Full-Time Art Teacher (Grade 10)
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Art Teacher (Grade 10) About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an
Common Ground is Seeking an Environmental Educator
Job Title: Environmental Educator Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the base of West Rock
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking Schoolyards Teacher/Environmental Educator
Job Title: Schoolyards Teacher/ Environmental Educator Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the base of
Common Ground is Seeking A Student Affairs Manager
Common Ground Is Seeking A Manager of Student Affairs About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive,
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking A Full-Time English Language Arts Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time English Language Arts Teacher (Grade 10) About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students
Common Ground Board Meeting Minutes for The Annual Board Meeting: June 28, 2022
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FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking A High School Environmental Educator
Job Title: Common Ground High School Environmental Educator - Part-Time Organization Overview Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful community
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: June 28, 2022
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Common Ground Board Meeting Agenda for June 27, 2022
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FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking A Full Time Health Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Health Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
Campfires and College Essays: Juniors Take Control Of Their Own Stories
Marien and Madison, Common Ground juniors, enjoy s'mores and share their college essay plans around a campfire in the woods of West Rock. Last week, students in Heather Nielsen’s Junior Seminar class headed
FILLED: Common Ground is Seeking Food Service Database Implementation Specialist
Vacancy Announcement Food Service Database Implementation Specialist Contract Position: 5 weeks Compensation: $2500 Start Date: July 5, 2022 Application Deadline: June 20, 2022 Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground High School Common Ground High
Common Ground Garden Party 2022 – Gratitude and Photos!
Common Ground Garden 2022 Party Photos! It truly a pleasure to gather in the garden to celebrate the Common Ground community. We are humbled by your support. A special thank you to Bob & David
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Science Teacher for 2022-2023
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Science Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking Summer School Teachers
Common Ground Is Seeking Summer School Teachers in Science About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive,
Common Ground is Seeking a Kitchen Assistant
Vacancy Announcement Kitchen Assistant Part Time: Monday - Friday 10a - 2pm (10 month position) Start Date: August 1, 2022 Application Deadline: July 15, 2022 Salary: $17.50 per/hr Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a School Counselor
Common Ground Is Seeking a School Counselor: College & Guidance About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: May 23, 2022
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Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: May 23, 2022
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Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: April 25, 2022
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Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: April 25, 2022
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Common Ground is Seeking a Facilities and Ground Maintenance Assistant
Job Title: Facilities and Ground Maintenance Assistant Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their urban environment, build community, grow into their
Meet Dan Jordan, English Teacher & 9th Grade Guide!
Mr. Jordan stood out in a strong field of candidates who applied last Spring to join Common Ground’s faculty, and we jumped at the opportunity to bring him onto our team! Now, he teaches English
Common Ground is Seeking a History Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time History Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
Meet Ms. Busby, Common Ground Special Educator
An interview with Jayla Turner, Educational Change Intern, and Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement Ms. Darlitha Busby joined Common Ground’s special education team early in the school year, but she’s the kind of
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: March 28, 2022
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website Recording of the March 28th meeting Present: Bob Parker,
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: March 28, 2022
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Common Ground is Seeking a Mobile Market Assistant
Mobile Market Assistant Part Time Seasonal Position, Early July-Mid November 2022 About Common Ground: Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20
Common Ground is Seeking a Reading Interventionist
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Reading Interventionist About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
Meet Your College Access Advisor, Danielle Dixon
Interview by Liliana McIntosh, Mikela Jones, and Jayla Turner, Education Change Interns At Common Ground, we believe that EVERY student can & should graduate college ready, with admissions to colleges that match their passions and
Common Ground is Seeking Common Ground Summer Camp Staff
Common Ground Summer Camp Staff Common Ground Camp serves children ages 4 - 14. Our campus includes a farm, forest, and lots of opportunities for playing and learning in nature! Camp staff work together to
Meet Dr. Nash, Common Ground’s Assistant School Director
An Interview with Liliana McIntosh, Jayla Turner, and Mikela Jones, Education Change Interns Dr. Nash joined Common Ground as our Assistant School Director at the start of the school year. She sat down to share
Introducing Development & Communications Director, Audrey Nefores!
Dear Common Ground Community, I am excited to share that Audrey Nefores has taken on the role of Common Ground’s Director of Development and Communications! Audrey has already displayed her commitment to our mission and
FILLED- Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Special Education Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Special Education Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive,
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: February 28, 2022
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Meet Nuria Miller, Spanish Teacher & 9th Grade Guide!
We’re excited to introduce Nuria Miller, who joined our team as a Spanish teacher in fall 2021! Besides teaching Spanish 1, 2, and 3, Ms. Miller shares a 9th grade guidance group with French teacher
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: Feb 28, 2022
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Meet Aisha Mobley, Common Ground’s Director of School Culture
Aisha Mobley joined Common Ground’s team as our first-ever Director of School Culture at the end of September. Since then, she’s been building relationships and building systems, reaching out to families and opening her door
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking Applicants for The Urban Farming Internship: 2022 Season
Urban Farming Internship 2022 Season Common Ground is home to a charter high school, a non-profit urban farm and an environmental education center. The site includes 20 acres of forested hiking trails, wildlife and diverse
Meet Math Teacher Rikki Brown & Celebrate Rigorous, Relevant Math at CG!
We know it’s hard this year for families to meet the staff who are working with your children every day, and know what they are up to at Common Ground. So, we want to start
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: January 24, 2022
New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Minutes January 24, 2022 Meeting Recording: CLICK HERE Board Members Present: Bob Parker, Babz Rawls Ivy, Beth Klingher, Peter Ludwig, Chris Hayes, Joseph Melendez, Errol Saunders, Terri Snell,
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: Jan 24, 2022
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Seeking Nominees – 9th Annual Environmental Leader in Residence
Common Ground High School, Urban Farm, and Environmental Education Center are seeking nominations for our 9th Annual Environmental Leader in Residence. Leah Penniman, Common Ground's 2016 Environmental Leader in Residence, is the co-founder of
FILLED- Assistant Teacher in Nature Based Enrichment Programs
Job Title: Assistant Teacher in Nature Based Enrichment Programs Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at
Common Ground High School is Seeking a Manager, Development & Communications
The New Haven Ecology Project/Common Ground: Manager, Development & Communications – full time position About Common Ground Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Dec. 20, 2021
Link to: Zoom Recording Password: Fl%Na8Y& New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Minutes December 20, 2021 Board Members present: Bob Parker, Charles Negaro, Christopher Hayes, Joseph Melendez, Kyeen Andersson, Beth Klingher, Terri Snell,
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: December 20, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Nov. 22, 2021
Link to: Zoom Recording New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Minutes November 22,2021 Board Members present: Bob Parker, Peter Ludwig, Errol Saunders, Christopher Hayes, Charles Negaro, Terri Snell, Kyeen Andersson, Carly Osburne, Deloris Vaughn, Joseph
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: November 22, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: Sept. 27, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: Sept. 27, 2021
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Welcoming Gioia Connell to Common Ground
Common Ground is thrilled to welcome Gioia Connell to our Board of Directors. Gioia is a New Haven based sustainability specialist and design professional with deep experience bridging systems thinking, urban ecology, and interdisciplinary
Common Ground is Seeking a P/T Compost Program Coordinator
Job Title: Common Ground (CG) Compost Program Coordinator (Temporary; P/T) Organization Overview Common Ground (CG) is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on CG’s 20 acre campus
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: October 25, 2021
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FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a P/T Forest School Teacher in the NatureYear Program
Job Title: Forest School Teacher in the NatureYear Program at Common Ground (TEMPORARY POSITION) Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Schoolyards Teacher/Environmental Educator
Job Title: Schoolyards Teacher/Environmental Educator Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the base of West
Common Ground High School is Seeking a Part Time College Advisor
Part Time College Advisor Immediate opening for SY 21-22 Job Description: About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form
DRAFT Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: October 25, 2021
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Feast from the Fields ’21 – Sunday Photos
Thank you for joining Feast for Fams '21. Thank you so much for being a part of Feast and of our joyous and powerful CG family. We loved learning outside alongside you all and we
Feast from the Fields ’21 – Saturday Photos
Thank you for joining Feast from the Fields '21. Feast marked the first public gathering at Common Ground since March of 2020. Thank you so much for being a part of the evening and reminding
Meet the Chefs of Feast 2021!
At Common Ground, we deeply value everyone who makes up our local food ecosystem. These community partners hold the same beliefs that we do - that food can be a celebration, rooted in culture
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: August 30, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Board Meeting Agenda: August 30, 2021
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La Directora de la escuela Common Ground: Cherry Pacquette-Emmanuel!
Estimada familia de Common Ground, Estoy feliz de compartir que la Sra. Cherry Pacquette-Emmanuel ha aceptado y empezado el rol de Directora de la escuela Common Ground! Ms. Cherry fue elegida de manera unánime por
Introducing School Director, Cherry Pacquette-Emmanuel!
Dear Common Ground family, I am excited to share that Ms. Cherry Pacquette-Emmanuel has accepted and started the role of School Director of Common Ground High School! Ms. Cherry was the unanimous first choice of
FILLED-Common Ground is Seeking a Specialist, Culture and Climate
Common Ground High School Specialist, Culture and Climate (Full-time) About the Position We are seeking an engaging and analytical Specialist, Culture and Climate to join our team for the 2021-2022 School Year (Certified position). Candidates
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Part Time Spanish Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Part-Time Spanish Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Support Educator
Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful community of learners and leaders. These students benefit from a unique learning environment:
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Charter School Assistant Director
Common Ground Charter School - Assistant Director About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful community
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Part-Time Math Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Part-Time Math Teacher (.5 FTE) About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an
Common Ground is Seeking a Special Education Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Special Education Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive,
Common Ground Board of Directors Annual Meeting Minutes: June 29, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes: June 28, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Annual Meeting Agenda: June 29, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: June 28, 2021
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FILLED- Common Ground Is Seeking a School Counselor: College & Guidance
About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful community of learners and leaders. These students benefit
DRAFT Board of Directors Minutes- May 24, 2021
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Nature Notes 6/1/21
In our last Nature Notes of the spring, we discuss lady's slippers, picnics, and fireflies. Happy summer!
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking is Seeking A Full-Time Spanish Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Spanish Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
Nature Notes 5/24/21
This week, we learn about the short-lived mayfly, plant seeds, and visit Gilette Castle!
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: May 24, 2021
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FILLED-Common Ground is Seeking Nature Based Teachers and Assistant Teachers
Job Title: Nature Based Teachers and Assistant Teachers Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the
Common Ground is Seeking a Social Studies Teacher for our 2021 Summer School Program
Common Ground High School is looking for a Social Studies Teacher for our 2021 Summer School Program. The Summer School Program starts July 6th to Aug 13th2021, five days a week. The Social Studies Teacher position
Common Ground is Seeking a Math Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Math Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 225 students form an inclusive, powerful
Nature Notes 5/17/21
Baltimore Orioles are nesting, make leaf and flower prints, and visit our baby goats!
Nature Notes 5/10/21
This week, we learn about bloodroot, nature journals, and dandelion fritters!
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking an Art Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time Art Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking an English Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking A Full-Time English Language Arts Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes: April 26, 2021
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Nature Notes 5/3/21
Happy May! This week the buzz is all about honeybees!
Join Us for the Annual Common Ground Seedling Sale- Spring 2021!
Common Ground's Annual Seedling Sale Friday May 14th 12:30-5:30pm Saturday May 15th 9:30pm-4:30pm Monday May 17th 12:30pm-4:30pm The regular rhythms of Spring are still being felt here at Common Ground; the trees are starting to
Nature Notes 4/26/21
Spring ephemerals are here! Plus, explore mosses and learn about marsh marigolds!
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: April 26, 2021
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Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes: March 22, 2021
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Nature Notes 4/19/21
This week: Garter snakes, a soil survey, and spring peepers!
Meet Shauntasia Hicks, A New Member of Our Student Pathways Team
By Destiny Burruss, Yadira Midgette, Christian Ansley-Reis, Tifannie Reyes, Chris Rodriguez & Joel Tolman This Spring, we added a new member to our student pathways team: Shauntasia Hicks. Shauntasia is helping to coordinate Common Ground's
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Mobile Market Assistant (Part Time Seasonal Position)
Mobile Market Assistant Part Time Seasonal Position Late June-Mid November 2021 Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their urban environment, build
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Mobile Market Manager (Part Time Seasonal Position)
Mobile Market Manager Part Time Seasonal Position Late June-Mid November 2021 Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their urban environment, build
Nature Notes 4/12/21
Marcescence and baby chicks!
Nature Notes 4/5/21
Robins are back! Bird watching, tree buds, and chicks round out this spring edition.
Keeping summer safe
By Melissa Spear Executive Director This summer at Common Ground, our staff’s ability to handle emergencies has been put to the test. And I have observed them passing with flying colors. Common Ground staff
Nature Notes 3/29/21
Purple leaves, painting with soil, and checking out the animals who live at Common Ground!
Sugarin’ at Common Ground
By Mark Loalbo - Site and Facilities Manager Before we begin...it is important to recognize that maple sugaring is an indigenous tradition that precedes the colonization of North America. We are grateful to the people
Nature Notes 3/23/21
This week, we're learning about vernal pools and salamanders emerging for spring! Also, make seed balls for some guerrilla gardening and visit the Giant Steps at East Rock Park!
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: March 22, 2021
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Nature Notes 3/15/21
This week, learn about red-bellied woodpeckers, try some sun and shadow art, and take a tour of our sugar shack!
Nature Notes 3/8/21
Did you know that, besides being stinky, skunk cabbage blooms at this time of year because it can actually melt the snow? Plus, plant seeds and explore caves!
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes: Feb. 22, 2021
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Nature Notes 3/1/21
In this week's Nature Notes: winter insects, flower dissection, and NatureYear students discuss the tools of maple sugaring
Black History Month, Class Openers and Senior Capstone: An Interview with Teachers Candi Fulcher and Win Vitkowsky
Senior Capstone is a graduation requirement course where students join community partners to support local social/environmental justice initiatives. Every week the class begins with an opener that sets the tone for group conversation. In honor
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes: January 2021
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Nature Notes 2/22/21
Walking around Common Ground this week, you'll see blue bags hanging on some of the trees. What are they? They're collecting maple sap, to be made into syrup! Learn more about maple sugaring here!
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda: Feb 22, 2021
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Nature Notes 2/16/21
In this week's Nature Notes, learn about smelly foxes and how to identify a maple tree in the winter!
FILLED-Common Ground Is Now Accepting Applications for Our Urban Farming Internship
Now Accepting Applications for our Urban Farming Internship, 2021 Season Common Ground is home to a charter high school, a non-profit urban farm and an environmental education center. The site includes 20 acres of forested
What You Need Wednesdays: High School Innovation
Reflecting on Wednesday, January 13th: By Joel Tolman A screen shot from a recent virtual workshop on comic book character drawing by CG alumn Marcel Farrel In December, CGHS recognized that our students
Nature Notes 2/8/21
This week is all about snow and winter - different textures of snow, a science experiment, winter at the wetland!
Nature Notes 2/1/21
In light of the weather today, this week is all about snow! Learn about animals sheltering in the subnivean layer (what on earth is that?), snow ice cream, and being a nature detective!
Nature Notes 1/25/21
In this week's nature notes, weeds in winter, praying mantis eggs, staying warm (as a bird), and art in the snow!
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda: Jan. 25, 2021
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Nature Notes 1/19/21
In this week's Nature Notes, the chickadee's song announces spring, fire building, and a Sleeping Giant adventure!
Nature Notes 1/11/21
Pileated woodpeckers, plant parts salad, and a visit to the ducks!
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking an Assistant Teacher in Nature Based Enrichment Programs
Job Title: Assistant Teacher in Nature Based Enrichment Programs Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at
Board of Directors Meeting Minutes- December 21, 2020
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New Year Nature Notes
What's happening in nature this week? Animals are adapting for winter - did you know frogs can freeze? Plus, ideas to get you and your children outside this winter!
NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Job Description: Interim Coordinator, Green Jobs Corps & College/Career Pathways
We are no longer seeking applications for this position. Common Ground is seeking candidates for a part-time (20-25 hour/week) position, to provide additional capacity to Common Ground’s Green Jobs Corps and college & career pathways
Solstice Nature Notes 12/21/20
This week's Nature Notes are all about the Winter Solstice and the Great Conjunction! Learn what these two astronomical events are and how we can celebrate them!
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda: Dec. 21, 2020
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Nature Notes 12/14/20
This week, Common Ground NatureYear and High School students visit the poultry yard together. Plus, needle ice, a shape hunt, and some gift ideas!
In the Midst of the Pandemic, Common Ground Students & Staff Build Community, Step Up As Leaders
by Joel Tolman, Lead Teacher - Student Pathways This fall has been the hardest in my 17 years at Common Ground High School. So many of the things that make Common Ground what it is
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Minutes- Nov. 23, 2020
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Nature Notes 12/7/20
We know bees make honey, but how do we get it out of the hive? Plus, why birds fly south for the winter - and why they don't - and some bird-friendly holiday decorations!
Common Ground is Seeking a Horticulturist/Groundskeeper
Job Description and Responsibilities: Horticulturist/Groundskeeper Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, part of a community organization that also operates a community environmental education center and urban farm. Located at the base
Nature Notes 11/30/20
Have you ever wondered what chipmunks do in the winter? Learn what goes on in their burrows, discover the beauty of mushroom spore prints, and take a visit to the beach in winter!
FILLED- Common Ground High School is Seeking Temporary Kitchen Support
IMMEDIATE Vacancy Announcement Temporary Kitchen Support Part Time, Temporary, Month to Month (25 hours a week) December 1 - February 1 with the potential to extend longer Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground
Nature Notes 11/23/20
Let's talk turkey! Learn about wild turkeys and visit the turkeys in our poultry yard. Plus, Alexa teaches us how to make a rose out of maple leaves!
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda: Nov. 23, 2020
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The Bee Cafe: Words from NatureYear Teacher and Beekeeper Tim Dutcher
As a beekeeper, I get stung. A lot. Getting stung hurts, and things that hurt can be scary. I’ve noticed, however, that when I’m opening hives for groups of students, the possibility of getting stung
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Math/Science Support Educator
Common Ground High School -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a Full-time Math/Science Support Educator The
Nature Notes
This week is all about worms! Check out Common Ground's worm bin with Tim, try some worm-y activities and learn how worms survive the winter.
Common Ground is Seeking An Environmental Science Teacher
Common Ground Is Seeking An Environmental Science Teacher About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 230 students form an inclusive, powerful
Nature Notes 11/2/20
This week: Frost in the garden, natural antifreeze, and more about bees!
DRAFT- Board of Directors Minutes: Oct. 26, 2020
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Nature Notes 10/26/20
Learn about Witch Hazel and Virginia creeper, do some apple activities, check out what's going on under a log, and even watch a magic show!
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda: Oct. 26, 2020
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Reflections, Recipes and More from Feast 2020
photo: chef kevin of KAWIT! filipino bbq, taken by joel callaway Dear Friends of Feast, If you attended Feast, you ate locally sourced and grown food, learned alongside talented local chefs, and hopefully
Nature Notes 10/19/20
This week's Nature Notes are all about acorns! Plus, learn about honey production and visit Gillette Castle!
Common Ground Board of Directors: Minutes Sept. 30, 2020
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Minutes Sept. 30, 2020
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: September 30, 2020
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda Sept. 30,
FILLED: Common Ground is Seeking a High School Social Studies Teacher
Vacancy Announcement High School Social Studies Teacher Long Term Substitute SY 2020-2021: Immediate Opening Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school,
Common Ground is Seeking a Full Time Development Associate
The New Haven Ecology Project/Common Ground Database and Research Development Associate – full time position Target Start Date: October 15, 2020 Location: New Haven, CT Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: Annual Meeting August 24
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda August
Common Ground Board of Directors: August 16 Meeting Minutes
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Common Ground Board of Directors: August 13 Meeting Minutes
**For the full recording of this meeting please CLICK HERE, Password: cPp60S#M** New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors Special Meeting August 13, 2020 Board Members Present: Kyeen Andersson, Wendy Battles, Michael Doolittle, Monica Maccera-Filppu,
Alumni Interview: Catching up with Charlie Dow
We recently caught up with Charlie Dow -- CG ‘14, University of New Haven Masters in Environmental Engineering ‘20 -- soon after he defended his thesis research, focused on a new process for dewatering algal
The Space We Held, Everybody Needed – Common Ground Graduation 2020
Class of 2020 Graduation Speaker, Samera Reid “The people who I’m looking at in front of me are intelligent bright leaders that have overcome so many obstacles and challenges...These are the people who
Common Ground Wins with USDA Farm to Families Food Box Program
When COVID-19 arrived in the depth of winter, and Common Ground closed its doors for students, many wondered what was going to be next. 22 weeks ago, Common Ground’s staff took this opportunity to survey
Common Ground Board of Directors: Emergency Meeting August 2020
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website The Board of Directors of Common Ground High School will
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Core 10 Interdisciplinary Methods Lab Instructor
Vacancy Announcement Core 10 Interdisciplinary Methods Lab Instructor SY 2020-2021 Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997.
FILLED- Common Ground is Currently Seeking a High School Interdisciplinary Methods Teacher (Grade 10)
Vacancy Announcement Core 10 Interdisciplinary Methods Lab Instructor SY 2020-2021 Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997.
Common Ground is Currently Seeking a High School English Teacher (Grade 10)
Vacancy Announcement High School English Teacher (Grade 10) Long Term Substitute SY 2020-2021 Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school,
Common Ground is Currently Seeking a High School Math Teacher (Algebra 1)
Vacancy Announcement High School Math Teacher (Algebra 1) Location: New Haven, CT About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is the nation’s longest-running environmental charter high school, founded in 1997. Our 225
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking an Assistant Teacher in Nature Based Enrichment Programs
Job Title: Assistant Teacher in nature based enrichment programs Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at
Learning to Regain that Love: An Interview with Alumni (CG ’16) and Artist Isabella Torres
Earlier this summer, we caught up with Isabella Torres, Common Ground Class of 2016 -- who just graduated Summa Cum Laude with honors from Goucher College. The painting that Isabella and two of her classmates
Board of Directors Minutes- June 2020
This is a draft edition of the Board of Directors Minutes to be approved at the Aug. 24th board meeting. **For the full recording of this meeting please CLICK HERE** New Haven Ecology Project Board
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes: May 2020
**Please click here for an audio recording of this meeting** New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda May 26th Board Members Present: Errol Saunders, Monica Maccera-Filppu, Bob Parker, Beth Klingher, Michael Doolittle, Deloris Vaughn, Brian
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda: June 2020
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda June 29,
Common Ground High School is Seeking a Director of School Operations
Director of School Operations School Year 2020-2021 Location: New Haven, CT In the 2020-2021 School Year, this role can be up to 50% virtual About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is
Will They Listen, Mami? a Poem by Common Ground’s own Crystal Alexandrea Fernández
Will They Listen, Mami? By Crystal Alexandrea Fernández, Mom of four Black Latino Kings Where are we going, Mami? To the peace rally, Papito. What's a peace rally, Mami? A platform to be heard, mi
Celebrating Persistence: CG Alumni Earn Degrees In the Midst of the Pandemic
by Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement Throughout May, I and my colleagues watched our Facebook feeds fill up with photos and stories from Common Ground alumni, celebrating the degrees they earned in this
Common Ground High School is Seeking a Full Time Nurse
Common Ground High School seeks a full time School Nurse, Monday through Friday. Overall responsibilities include the following: Facilitate routine health screenings Maintain student health records Provide student consultations while on campus. Other duties as
Common ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda: May 26, 2020
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda May 26th Scheduled
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- April 2020
New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Minutes April 27, 2020 (Conducted online by Zoom Meeting) **Please click here for a link to the audio recording of this meeting** Board Members Present: Wendy Battles, Errol Saunders,
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: April 27, 2020
PLEASE NOTE: In order to comply with adjusted CT Open Meeting laws, this Zoom meeting will be recorded and posted on the Common Ground website. Public Participation: In order to comply with adjusted Connecticut Open
Request for Bids: Park-Style Classroom Pavilion
New Haven Ecology Project is accepting bids until 3pm on Friday, May 15 for construction of a basic park-style classroom pavilion. All bids should be sent in PDF format to bids@nhep.com, and should include “Pavilion
Teaching Our Cities, Teaching Our Schoolyards: Seeking Applications from Urban K-12 Public Schools
Teaching Our Cities & The Schoolyards Program -- programs of Common Ground -- are seeking applications from schools interested in joining in a year-long effort to co-create new, engaging learning experiences for students. Teams from
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- March 2020
New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Minutes March 23rd (Conducted online by Zoom Meeting) Board Members Present: Kyeen Andersson, Wendy Battles, Michael Doolittle, Monica Maccera Filppu, Beth Klingher, Charlie Negaro, Bob Parker, Babz Rawls-Ivy, Errol
Common Ground’s Inspiring Response to Covid-19
By: Audrey Nefores, Development Manager for Supporter Engagement Common Ground Student enjoying our East Asian and Chinese solidarity cafeteria lunch! Staff at Common Ground began responding to COVID-19 and its impact on the
Rock to Rock Is Moving Ahead – Keeping Community Safe & Raising Critical Support
We've been consulting with local officials and our partner organizations, and following public health guidelines closely -- and we're really excited to share that Rock to Rock is moving ahead in a new direction for
Common Ground Board of Directors Meeting Agenda- March 23, 2020
New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda: Posted Mar 20, 2020 at 12:18pm March 23rd In compliance with the Governor's Executive Order barring in-person gatherings, we are holding this meeting virtually. This is an Open
Para familias de secundaria: un mensaje importante de Liz Cox, directora de la escuela
18 de marzo del 2020 Buenos dias familias de Common Ground, Espero que todos ustedes estén aguantando durante estos tiempos extremadamente difíciles. Como usted sabe, la emergencia de salud pública COVID-19 se ha intensificado en
For High School Families: Learning & Supports While School Is Not In Session
Updated March 23, 2020 Good Morning Common Ground Families, I hope that you are all holding up during this extended period away from school due to the Covi-19 public health emergency. I am writing to
For CGHS Students: You Can Apply for Summer Jobs Now
Attention Common Ground High School Students: While you are home this week, one thing you can be doing is applying for summer jobs at Common Ground and through the City of New Haven! FREQUENTLY ASKED
Celebrating Liz Cox, Beginning the Search for a New School Director
Liz Cox, Common Ground’s school director for the last 10 years, has decided to retire at the end of the school year. This weekend, she shared the message below with Common Ground families, after visiting
Common Ground High School Is Seeking a Part-Time Environmental Education Teacher & Internship Supervisor
Common Ground High School is seeking applicants for a part time position (up to 20 hours per week, with some flexibility based on the schedule of the ideal candidate) focused on building connections between our
Learn More: 2020 Census
The Census is an extremely important endeavor for our City and our country. Not only does the Census generate important statistics that communities and businesses rely on in day-to-day operations and strategic planning, but Census
Common Ground is Now Accepting Applications for our Urban Farming Internship, 2020 Season
Common Ground is home to a charter high school, a non-profit urban farm and an environmental education center. The site includes 20 acres of forested hiking trails, wildlife and diverse natural habitats, and a working
“It’s Definitely a Unique Class, Not Like Any that I’ve had Before”: A Look Inside Junior Seminar
By Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement I wasn’t sure what to expect when I stepped into Heather Nielsen’s first period class last week. I knew the room full of 11th graders was gearing
Presentation of Learning and Leadership: Cooking as a Way of Healing
By: Audrey Nefores, Development Manager for Supporter Engagement Senior Chelsey Reyes and Disha Patel, Common Ground's Food Justice Educator. Common Ground senior Chelsey Reyes stands in the front of a classroom with a
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- January 2020
Minutes of the Board of Directors January 27, 2020 Meeting called to order by Wendy Battles at 5:36 Board Members Present: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Michael Doolittle, Charles Negaro, Brian Springsteen, Kyeen Andersson, Monica Maccera
Common Ground is Seeking Environmental Educators
Job title: Environmental Educator Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the base of West Rock
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: Jan. 27, 2020
New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda January 27, 2020 Welcome Public Participation Business Requiring Approval (5:40) Minutes of the December 16th Board meeting (Secretary) Revised bylaws with changes required by SDE 19-20 Employee Handbook
Three Reasons to Attend the CG Farm & Garden Conference
Every Summer, Fall and Winter The Common Ground Farm and Schoolyards Program hosts a day of learning perfect for the School Educator, Backyard Gardener, small scale Farmer, curious Food Explorer or Food Justice Activist! We
Is Common Ground The Right School For Me? Or For A Young Person I Care About?
By Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement How do you know if Common Ground is right for you or a young person you love? You might already know the answer. If so, you can
Spending Time In Nature Is Good For You
By Rebecca Holcombe, Director of Community Programs Yale recently published an article that surveyed research concluding that spending just two hours per week in nature can result in feeling physically and mentally healthier. This winter,
FILLED: Common Ground is Seeking a Part Time Kitchen Assistant
PART TIME KITCHEN ASSISTANT Responsibilities: Assist kitchen staff, daily prep, salad bar prep, dish washing, maintaining inventory and putting stock away. Monitor all log sheets, making sure all temps are recorded daily. Maintain communication with
Common ground Board of Directors Minutes: Dec. 16, 2019
Minutes of the Board of Directors Dec. 16 2019 Meeting called to order by Bob Parker at 5:38. Board Members Present: Kyeen Andersson, Bob Parker, Michael Doolittle, Beth Klingher, Monica Maccera Filppu, Charles
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda: Dec. 16, 2019
New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda December 16th Welcome Public Participation Business Requiring Approval (5:40) Minutes of the November 25th Board Meeting (Secretary) Invoices Needing Approval Thurston Foods ($7,879.72) Finance Committee Report (Treasurer) (5:45)
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes: Nov. 25, 2019
Minutes of the Board of Directors Nov. 25, 2019 Meeting called to order by Wendy Battles at 5:35 Board Members Present: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Charles Negaro, Michael Doolittle, Beth Klingher, Ilene Crawford,
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Part-Time Math/Science Support Educator
Common Ground High School -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a Part-time Math/Science Support Educator The
There’s Always More to Learn
By Monica Maccera Filppu What I thought I knew About a year ago, Common Ground put out a call for people to apply to be the next Executive Director. It looked like this: Executive Director Position
10th Graders Learn: Our Community Is Full of Changemakers, Teachers
by Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement When Chauncey Robinson walked into his 10th grade English class last week, he did a double take: There were a half dozen extra adults in the classroom,
FILLED: Common Ground is Seeking a Part-time Long Term Biology Substitute
Common Ground — the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders — is seeking a passionate, creative, outstanding Part-time Long Term Substitute Biology
FILLED: Common Ground is Seeking a Certified Biology Teacher
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a passionate, creative, outstanding certified Biology teacher. This
Common Ground is Seeking a CT Schoolyards Program Manager
Job title: CT Schoolyards Program Manager Program Description Common Ground’s CT Schoolyards Program supports teachers in integrating outdoor learning and play into their school. Core CT Schoolyards activities include: Consultation, design, installation, and ongoing maintenance
How does Common Ground matter to you?
Aeryn Boyer at Open Farm Day By Kimball Cartwright, Director of Development A generous anonymous supporter will match, up to $10,000, 1:1, all individual gifts of up to $1,000 that come in between
A November day for Common Ground’s Environmental Education Center
By Rebecca Holcombe, Director of Community Programs Field trip time! On a recent sunny November morning, students from four different New Haven Public Schools arrived by yellow school bus to join us for
A November Day at Common Ground High School
by Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement What’s a typical day like for the 224 students at Common Ground High School? This time of year at Common Ground, as the weather snaps cold …
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes: October 2019
Minutes of the Board of Directors October 28, 2019 Board Members Present: Beth Klingher, Ilene Crawford, Michael Doolittle, Babz Rawsl Ivy, Wendy Battles, Monica Maccera Filppu, Kyeen Andersson, Errol Saunders, Charlie Negaro, Brian Springsteen Staff
Common Ground is Seeking a Development Manager for Supporter Engagement
The New Haven Ecology Project/Common Ground Development Manager for Supporter Engagement – full time position Target Start Date: January, 2020 Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, its mission is inviting
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking an Assistant Chef
Job Title: Assistant Chef (Full-time, Temporary, with benefits, November 15-March 31) Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their urban environment, build
Common Ground’s Board of Directors Minutes- October 2019
Draft Minutes of the Board of Directors October 28, 2019 - For Approval at the November Meeting of the Board Board Members Present: Beth Klingher, Ilene Crawford, Michael Doolittle, Babz Rawsl Ivy, Wendy Battles, Monica
I/We love Common Ground because . . .
By Kimball Cartwright, Director of Development Kimball Cartwright loves Common Ground Your (un)selfie, this November, can help Common Ground leverage $10,000 for all its amazing programs! Monica Maccera Fillpu loves Common Ground
Charter School Renewal Update
By Monica Maccera Fillpu On Thursday, October 10th, the CT State Department of Education (SDE) hosted a public hearing at Wilbur Cross High School for the purpose of hearing testimony relevant to Common Ground High
What makes a leader a leader?
An interview with Elaine Blanck, by Kimball Cartwright, Director of Development Elaine Blanck, CG Outdoor Leadership Teacher "Ever wonder why Fortune 100 corporations send their executives on survival trips into the woods?" Elaine
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda- October 2019
New Haven Ecology Project Board Meeting Agenda October 28, 2019 Welcome Public Participation Business Requiring Approval Minutes of the September 23rd board meeting (Secretary) Code of Conduct Finance Committee Report (Treasurer) Finance Report Summary Sheet
Calling All Artisans and Crafters 2019
The Winter Festival is coming up on Saturday, December 14 from 10am-2pm. We are currently accepting crafters who’d like to table at this event. To register, please complete this form and then use the PayPal
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking an Assistant Manager of Facilities and Grounds (Part-Time)
Job Title: Assistant Manager of Facilities and Grounds (Part-Time) Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their urban environment, build
Common Ground is Seeking a Full-Time Special Education Teacher
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a full-time Special Education teacher. This teacher will
Common Ground is seeking an Out-of-School Time (OST) Program Manager–Interim
OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME (OST) PROGRAM MANAGER--Interim Common Ground offers a wide variety of programs and services that help students to engage with Common Ground and the New Haven community in meaningful contexts beyond the classroom, including
Common Ground’s Board of Directors Minutes- August 2019
Board of the New Haven Ecology Project August 26, 2019 Welcome Board: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Monica Maccera Filppu, Brian Springsteen, Charles Negaro, Kyeen Anderson, Ilene Crawford, Beth Klingher, Jane Lee, Michael Doolittle, Terri Snell,
Executive Director Reflections – September 2019
by Monica Maccera Filppu, Executive Director Transitions are hard. They take you out of your comfort zone and throw off your balance. I’m reminded of this every fall, when the new school year starts and
Common Ground’s Charter Is Up For Renewal, And We Need Your Voice
by Liz Cox, School Director & Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement Common Ground High School’s charter is up for renewal this year. If you value what our small high school contributes to the
Common Ground Board of Director’s Agenda- August 2019
Board of the New Haven Ecology Project MEETING AGENDA August 26, 2019 Welcome Public Participation Business Requiring Approval Minutes – June 24, 2019 Revised NHEP Board Bylaws Student Confidentiality Policy Accounting Manual Employee Handbook
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- June 2019
June 24, 2019 Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes Present: Wendy Battles, Beth Klingher, Michael Doolittle, Jane Lee, Brian Springsteen, Errol Saunders, Kerry Lord, Charles Negaro, Terri Snell Regrets: Bob Parker, Kyeen Anderson,
Remembering Christopher Franco, Supporting His Family
On July 26, 2019 Common Ground graduate Christopher Franco was hit and killed while riding a motor scooter. Christopher was a beloved member of the school community, and this is a heartbreaking loss. Chris was
What do you do with a School Garden in the summer?
Suzannah Holsenbeck, CT Schoolyards Program Manager The CT Schoolyards Program frequently hears the question: what do you do with school gardens in the summer when schools aren’t in session? It’s an excellent question and points
Teaching Our Cities 2019
Expertise comes from everywhere By Kimball Cartwright, Director of Development School officially closed in mid-June but for many Common Ground educators and peers from three other schools across the Northeast U.S., the summer was a
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Grade 10 Interdisciplinary Methods Teacher
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, part of a community organization that also operates a community environmental education center and urban farm -- is seeking a passionate, creative, effective, inclusive Interdisciplinary
New Haven Independent: Volunteers Bring Out The Best In Cherry Ann Park
by Sophie Sonnenfeld | Jul 22, 2019 7:31 am Sophie Sonnenfeld photo A crew of neighbors and nature-promoters from throughout the city braved Saturday’s scorching heat to see the wonders that have arisen at Cherry Ann
New Haven Independent: Teen Makes Comics to Help Furry Friends
by Sophie Sonnenfeld | Jul 18, 2019 10:07 pm Angela Fernandez-Ayala Thursday at the animal shelter. Angela Fernandez-Ayala has loved animals since she was little. She’s known she wanted to become a veterinarian since she was
Young People Write: What’s It Like To Be A Common Ground Student?
By Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement This year, a group of smart, funny, creative, critical Common Ground students signed on to be Education Change Interns. We met three times a week during the
CG Grad is back to lead the next generation!
By Halima Flynn, Development Associate Recent hire Crystal Fernandez is no stranger to Common Ground, she’s a 2005 alumnae who brings eleven years of non-profit community based experience working with youth. Her focus? Youth Leadership,
The Mobile Market is Back!
By Halima Flynn, Development Associate Alonzo gets help selecting his scallions. In 2012 a team of Common Ground high school seniors focused their senior project on food insecurity for the elderly. After surveying
CLOSED-Common Ground is Seeking a CT Schoolyards Program Coordinator
Job Title: CT Schoolyards Program Coordinator To Apply: Please email resume and cover letter to Suzannah.holsenbeck@commongroundct.org and include “CT Schoolyards Program Coordinator” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Program
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- May 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors May 20, 2019 Present: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Michael Doolittle, Brian Springsteen, Errol Saunders, Jane Lee, Terri Snell, Charles Negaro, Beth Klingher, Ilene Crawford, Kyeen
FILLED-Common Ground is Seeking a Long Term Substitute English Teacher
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking one passionate, creative, and certified English teacher. This
Congrats to the Grads – Class of 2019 Graduation
We couldn't be more proud! Take a look at our recent graduates!
This is Shakespeare……CG Style!
By Halima Flynn, Development Associate This past semester, as we reported in a previous blog post, Common Ground students took a college level Shakespeare course. They studied Julius Caesar, and in true thespian fashion, took
Welcoming Common Ground’s new Executive Director
On July 15, Monica Maccera Filppu will join Common Ground as our Executive Director -- leading the community nonprofit organization that operates Common Ground High School, Urban Farm, and Environmental Education Center. Monica will steer
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda- April 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors April 22, 2019 Agenda Welcome Public Participation Business Requiring Approval Minutes - March 25, 2019 Finance Committee Finance Dashboard HR Report Organizational Updates Program Dashboard
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda- May 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors May 20, 2019 Agenda Welcome Public Participation Business Requiring Approval Minutes – April 22, 2019 Minutes, Executive Session – May 6, 2019 Finance Committee Finance
Common Ground Board of Directors Agenda- June 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors June 24, 2019, Room 103 5:30-7:30pm Agenda Welcome Public Participation Business Requiring Approval Minutes – May 20, 2019 Limited English Proficiency Program polic Individualized Education
Common Ground is Seeking an Environmental Educator-FILLED
Job title:Environmental Educator Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common Ground’s 20 acre campus at the base of West Rock Ridge.
Common Ground is Hiring Nature Year Teachers (Full and Part Time Available)
Job Title: Forest School Teacher in the NatureYear Program at Common Ground Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common
FILLED-Common Ground is Seeking a School Social Worker
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a full-time passionate, creative, and certified School Social
FILLED – Common Ground is Seeking a Mobile Market Manager
Mobile Market Manager & Farm Crew Support Part Time Seasonal Position: Late June-September 2019 Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- April 2019
New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors April 22, 2019 Present: Kyeen Andersson, Wendy Battles, Mike Doolittle, Jane Lee, Kerry Lord, Charles Negaro, Bob Parker, Errol Saunders, Terri Snell, Brian Springsteen Regrets: Ilene Crawford, Babz
The weather hasn’t held back the CT Schoolyards Program!
Despite our spotty weather this April, the CT Schoolyards program has been planting and working away!!!
Common Ground is Seeking a Forest School Teacher in the NatureYear Program
Forest School Teacher in the NatureYear Program at Common Ground Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut where a diverse community of children, young people, and
Internships: New Independent Learning & Leadership Opportunities @ Common Ground
By Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement This spring, Common Ground students are diving into a new kind of learning opportunity: credit-bearing internships during the school day. Here’s a taste of what these interns
Common Ground Board of Directors- Executive Session May 6, 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors May 6, 2019 Present: Kyeen Andersson, Wendy Battles, Ilene Crawford, Michael Doolittle, Beth Klingher, Jane Lee, Kerry Lord, Charles Negaro, Bob Parker, Errol Saunders, Brian
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- March 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors March 25, 2019 Present: Wendy Battles, Robert Parker, Beth Klingher, Michael Doolittle, Kerry Lord, Charles Negaro, Kyeen Andersson, Errol Saunders, Babz Rawls Ivy, Terri Snell,
How do you get from Philly to Common Ground?
By Halima Flynn, Development Associate for Special Events and Communications When you first meet Brother Tommy (or Tommy Joshua Caison as he’s also known), you’re welcomed with an enigmatic smile and a generosity of
Dual Enrollment (1+1= more than 2)
By Brian Kelahan, College and Career Teacher Common Ground’s population of “Dualists” is growing, representing more than 15% of the student population! Of course, a “dualist” is not a misspelling of a different word
Common Ground in the News!
Common Ground's Schoolyards Program and Beecher School were in the New Haven Register today. Great photos and article on the importance of combining outdoor exploration and education! Read the full article at this link.
FILLED – Common Ground is Seeking a Certified Full-time Mathematics teacher
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking one passionate, creative, and certified Full-time Mathematics teacher
It’s Spring! And it’s time to Re-Awaken your Garden
By Halima Flynn, Development Associate for Special Events and Communications Spring is Here!! And that means it’s time for Common Ground’s Annual Seedling sale! Common Ground grows nearly 10,000 lbs of fresh produce annually, including
CG Students are Mixing it Up!
By Halima Flynn, Development Associate for Special Events and Communications Once a semester, CG mixes it up and students get to design their day with the help of facilitators like Z Bell and Disha
Common Ground Has A New Mission Statement
By Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement Nearly 30 years ago, when a group of educators, environmental activists, and city residents were dreaming of the organization that has grown into Common Ground, they wrote
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- February 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors February 25, 2019 Present: Robert Parker, Beth Klingher, Michael Doolittle, Charles Negaro, Wendy Battles, Errol Saunders, Kyeen Andersson, Brian Springsteen, Ilene Crawford Staff: Betsy Sneath,
FILLED- Common Ground is Now Accepting Applications for our Urban Farming Internship, 2019 Season
Common Ground is home to a charter high school and a non-profit urban farm and environmental education center. The site includes 20 acres of forested hiking trails, wildlife and diverse natural habitats, and a working
Common Ground is Seeking a Camp Nurse
Common Ground Camp is a farm and nature based day camp in New Haven, CT. Campers ages 4 – 13 enjoy games, cooking, hiking, imaginative play, art, music, and outdoor adventures! We serve approximately 300
SEARCH POSTPONED – Common Ground is Seeking a Campus and Facilities Manager
Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their urban environment, build community, grow into their full potential, and contribute to a just
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- January 2019
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors January 28, 2019 Present: Wendy Battles, Charles Negaro, Brian Springsteen, Errol Saunders, Babz Rawls-Ivy, Michael Doolittle, Beth Klingher Staff: Liz Cox, Elena Augusewicz, Deborah Greig,
Common Ground is Seeking a Part Time School Nurse
Common Ground High School seeks a part time School Nurse, 4-5 hours/day, Monday through Friday. Overall responsibilities include the following: Facilitate routine health screenings Maintain student health records Provide student consultations while on campus. Other
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- Dec. 2018
Meeting of the Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes Dec. 17, 2018 Board members: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Kyeen Andersson, Charles Negaro, Kerry Lord, Jane Lee, Ilene Crawford, Beth Klingher, Mike Doolittle, Errol Saunders,
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Certified English Teacher
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a passionate, creative, and certified English teacher. This
Common Ground is Seeking Our Next Green Jobs Corps Manager
The Green Jobs Corps Program Manager is responsible for overall success of Green Jobs Corps – a long-running youth employment program that connects over 80 high school students with paid environmental jobs, leadership and career
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking Camp Teachers/Environmental Educators
Job Title: Camp Teacher/Environmental Educator Camp Details: See www.commongroundct.org to read about our camp. The camp instagram at https://www.instagram.com/commongroundcamp/ is full of pictures and videos that give a great idea of what a Common Ground
FILLED – Common Ground is Seeking a Development Associate for Special Events and Communications
Development Associate for Special Events and Communications – full time position Organization Overview From humble beginnings 20 years ago, Common Ground has grown into a nationally recognized center for environmental learning and leadership in New
The best of…the CT Schoolyards Program 2018
Suzannah Holsenbeck and Kendra Dawsey CT Schoolyards Program The year is winding down and we're looking back and some of the best moments from the year. Below you'll find shorts stories and photos from some
Filled- Common Ground is Seeking a Part-time, Seasonal Event Coordinator
Part-Time, Seasonal Job Opening: Coordinator, Rock to Rock Earth Day Ride Common Ground -- a high school, urban farm, and environmental education center -- is hiring a part-time, seasonal event coordinator to play a key
Common Ground Board of Directors- Nov. 26, 2018 Minutes
Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors November 26, 2018 Present: Wendy Battles, Bob Parker, Beth Klingher, Charles Negaro, Michael Doolittle, Brian Springsteen, Jane Lee, Staff: Kimball Cartwright, Deborah Greig, Henry Chisholm,
Join us for our Nature Playdate!
Rebecca Holcombe Director of Community Programs Join us December 30 for our Nature Play Date! Come play outside - science says it is good for you! Children who play in nature have reduced
Common Ground students create Ethnic Studies curriculum
Common Ground students are working to create Ethnic Studies curriculum! Check out the video to see what they're doing and how they're doing it!
FILLED-Common Ground is Seeking a Food Justice Education Coordinator
FOOD JUSTICE EDUCATION COORDINATOR 2019 Job Description ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Common Ground is a center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut, dedicated to a more socially and environmentally sustainable society. Farm meets forest
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- October 2018
October 25, 2018 Present: Ky Anderson, Wendy Battles, Ilene Crawford, Mike Doolittle, Beth Klingher, Jane Lee, Kerry Lord, Charles Negaro, Bob Parker, Errol Saunders, Terry Snell, Melissa Spear Staff: Kimball Cartwright, Liz Cox, Deborah Greig,
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- September 2018
September 17, 2018 Minutes Present: Ilene Crawford, Bob Parker, Mike Doolittle, Melissa Spear, Brian Springsteen, Errol Saunders, Jane Lee, Kerry Lord, Kyeen Andersson, Babz Rawls-Ivy Staff: Z Bell, Joel Tolman, Elena Augusewicz, Stefan Christiansen, Henry
Give to Common Ground this Giving Tuesday
By Henry Chisholm Development Associate Helps us keep our Free Family Weekend Events free and offer more financial aid in our community programs by giving to CG this Giving Tuesday! Giving Tuesday is
What are Common Ground staff thankful for?
We’ve all got something to be thankful for. Regardless of the season, it’s always good to reflect on the good in our lives. Check out what CG staff are thankful for below! So much
CG Seeks an Environmental Educator
Program Description Common Ground offers children in grades K – 8 the opportunity to learn, explore, have adventures, and make friends on our urban farm and forest site, located in West Rock Park. Activities include
Position FILLED- CG Seeks a Support Educator
Common Ground High School -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a Support Educator. The SUPPORT EDUCATOR
Fall Farm and Garden Institute is Saturday, November 10 at Common Ground
Suzannah Holsenbeck CT Schoolyards Manager Fall Farm and Garden Institute is Saturday, November 10! On Saturday, November 10th, we hope you’ll join us for our 2nd Annual Fall Farm & Garden Institute -
Creepytown II returns to Common Ground October 27 at 4!
Brandi Ocasio CG student and Creepytown II organizer Creepytown is back!!!! Come by October 25 from 4 pm-8 pm. Join us Saturday, October 27th from 4 pm-8 pm at Common Ground for
Farm Share program thrives
Adam Kelley Interim Farm Manager The Farm Share Program concludes Thursday, Oct. 25. Through our student Farm Share Program, we're currently serving 15 families who receive 2-3 bags of fresh produce, herbs, and
Executive Director Reflections: A Time of Transition
By Melissa Spear Executive Director Melissa Spear, CG's Executive Director, is moving on. This weekend I hiked the Mattabasset Trail along Powder Ridge Mountain in Middlefield. From the summit I could see all
Common Ground 10th Graders Break New Ground
by Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement The school year has just started, but Common Ground 10th grader Anthony Mitchell has already left the classroom behind. On the very first day of class, Anthony
Common Ground Board of Directors- June 2018 Minutes
Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting June 25, 2018 Present: Ky Andersson, Wendy Battles, Ilene Crawford, Mike Doolittle, Beth Klingher, Jane Lee, Kerry Lord, Frank Mitchell, Charles Negaro, Bob Parker, Errol Saunders, Melissa Spear,
Position FILLED-Common Ground Seeks a Part Time Kitchen Assistant
Responsibilities: • Assist kitchen staff, daily prep, salad bar prep, dish washing, maintaining inventory and putting stock away. • Monitor all log sheets, making sure all temps are recorded daily. • Maintain communication with kitchen
Students, Parents, Neighbors voices heard in Bus Route Change
We raised our voices, and CT Transit listened! Starting August 26th -- in time for the new school year -- the 243-B bus will pass by Common Ground on the way to and from downtown New Haven, dropping off students
FEAST your eyes on this! CG was on News 8 talking Feast from the Fields
Feast from the Fields is about a month away and we're excited! Check out this interview Executive Director Melissa Spear, and Feast chefs Craig Hutchinson and Alex Lishchynsky did with News 8 promoting Feast!
Henry Chisholm
Henry joined Common Ground in the Spring of 2018 as the Development Associate in charge of communications and special events. He spent the last 10 years as a reporter, covering stories for the Connecticut Post,
Position FILLED- Common Ground Seeks a Part Time After-School Recreations Programmer
Common Ground High School is looking for a Part Time After-School Recreations Programmer. Founded in 1997, Common Ground High School, is the nation's oldest environmental charter high school. We use our unique 20-acre campus as
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- Jan. 2018
Board of Directors Meeting Minutes Jan. 8, 2018 Present: Melissa Spear, Wendy Battles, Michael Doolittle, Kerry Lord, Bob Parker, Beth Klingher, Claudia Merson, Jane Lee Staff: Elena Augusewicz, Joel Tolman, Kimball Cartwright, Rebecca Holcomb, Liz
Meet our new Environmental Leadership Manager…Candi Fulcher!
Common Ground has a new Environmental Leadership Manager! Her name is Candi Fulcher, she’s from New Haven and is excited to get started at CG! Check out the Q & A and accompanying video
CG Crews get the job done, have fun in the process
Henry Chisholm Development Associate Back-to-school commercials are on full rotation, stores are putting out their fall displays and that glorious two and half month period known as summer vacation is almost over. Bummer.
Common Ground students work with artist Roberto Lugo on mural
Henry Chisholm Development Associate Every Thursday the students in the Artspace Apprenticeship Program participated in “Thankful Thursdays.” The students lock arms and talk about what and who they’re thankful for. Artist Roberto Lugo was
Executive Director Reflection: On Freeing our Children to Play
By: Melissa Spear It is a beautiful summer day here at Common Ground. Flowers are in full bloom across our site. The garden is bursting with produce. A gentle breeze is keeping the heat from
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- May 2018
Board of Directors Meeting 5/21/18 Present: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Babz Rawls-Ivy, Claudia Merson, Joel Tolman, Jane Lee, Beth Klingher, Monique Frasier, Michael Doolittle, Melissa Spear, Kerry Lord, Frank Mitchell Staff: Elena Augusewicz, Brian Springsteen,
Position FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking an Assistant Manager of Facilities and Grounds
Job Title: Assistant Manager of Facilities and Grounds Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut where a diverse community of children, young people, and adults cultivate
July Recipe of the Month: Shredded Beet and Kale Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Servings: 6 servings Author: Krissy Allori Ingredients 1 bunch of kale stems removed and leaves sliced thinly 5 small or 2 large red beets, peeled and grated 1 red onion peeled and sliced paper thin 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
FILLED- Common Ground seeks part-time Grants Associate
Organization Overview Common Ground is an educational center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut, and dedicated to a more socially and environmentally sustainable society. Common Ground is uniquely positioned to do this.
The Mobile Market is open for business (and in the news!)
Thomas Chu & Stephen Stanley II Mobile Market The Mobile Market is open for business!!! This is Stephen and Tom reporting from the Mobile Market’s first day! It was Tuesday July 10, and
Position FILLED-Common Ground is Seeking a Full-time Teaching Assistant (TA)
Common Ground High School -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a Full-time Teaching Assistant (TA). The
Position Filled-Common Ground is Seeking a Certified Part-time Social Studies/History teacher.
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking one passionate, creative, and certified Part-time Social Studies/History
Teachers Discuss Curriculum, Building Blocks at Summer Institute
By Henry Chisholm Development Associate Thumbs up for another successful institute! The school year officially ended on June 15 with the Class of 2018 graduating. Still, there is work to be done. Teachers
Position FILLED-Grade 10 Interdisciplinary Methods Lab Instructor
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, part of a community organization that also operates a community environmental education center and urban farm -- is seeking a passionate, creative, effective, inclusive Interdisciplinary
The Best of the Class of 2018’s Graduation Speeches
By Henry Chisholm Development Associate Em Perry used their graduation speech to talk about loving those that harm you and being direct in your fight against injustice. Graduation was about a month ago,
Seniors CG experience summarized in one sentence
By Henry Chisholm Development Associate After four years of hard work, you deserve a group selfie! The end of your time as a high school student can be overwhelming. After four years of
Campus safety and security at Common Ground
Melissa Spear Executive Director Spring is a busy time at Common Ground. From my desk every morning I watch students arriving to school; NatureYear kids pass by as they skip up the hill to start
The Summer Farm and Garden Institute is June 23rd!
Suzannah Holsenbeck Schoolyards Manager Stop by Common Ground Saturday, June 23rd and you will find teachers, farmers, childcare providers, backyard gardeners, community members, school garden coordinators and Common Ground staff spread out around campus, learning
Progress! Creating Safe Routes to Common Ground and a More Connected West Rock Neighborhood
by Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement Starting August 26th, CT Transit buses will loop through the West Rock neighborhood, passing by Common Ground on their way to and from downtown New Haven.
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Mobile Market Manager & Farm Crew Support
Mobile Market Manager & Farm Crew Support Part Time Seasonal Position July-September 2018 Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut where a diverse community of children,
Position FILLED-Common Ground Seeks a Part-Time School Nurse
Common Ground High School seeks a part time School Nurse, 4-5 hours/day, Monday through Friday. Overall responsibilities include the following: • Facilitate routine health screenings • Maintain student health records • Provide student consultations while
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- April 2018
April 23, 2018 Present: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Babz Rawls-Ivy, Betsy Sneath, Michael Doolittle, Melissa Spear, Liz Cox, Beth Klingher, Monique Frasier, Joel Tolman Staff: Brian Springsteen, Henry Chisholm, Elena Augusewicz Regrets: Claudia Merson, Frank
Free Summer Meals! Comidas De Verano Gratis!
Free Summer Meals! Comidas De Verano Gratis! For Sites near you call 211 Text "CTmeals" to 877877 www.CTSummerMeals.org Childhood food insecurity remains at unacceptable levels across the country and children are most acutely at risk
Seniors excel during Senior Defenses: Yaritza’s story
Yaritza Santiago CG senior Senior Yaritza Santiago (middle) faced her fears and thrived during her senior defense. Picture this, you’re floating around aimlessly in space looking for that certain galaxy where you belong.
Spring Farm update: We’ve got seedlings!
Deborah Greig Farm Director Every Spring I get antsy for that first day when I can throw my winter coat into a pile of weeds as I get busy adding compost to a farm bed
Food & Liberation: Reflections from Gabriela Alvarez, Environmental Leader in Residence
by Gabriela Álvarez Common Ground's 5th Annual Environmental Leader in Residence Gabriela Álvarez, Common Grounds 2018 Environmental Leader in Residence. I arrived in New Haven on Monday morning and was welcomed to Common
FILLED- Common Ground is seeking a Full Time Teaching Assistant (TA).
Common Ground High School -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a Full Time Teaching Assistant
The Great Give is on!
Henry Chisholm Development Associate Common Ground is participating in The Great Give and could really use YOUR help. Click on the link here and to get to our Great Give page. A small gift makes
FILLED- Common Ground is Seeking a Part-time Science Teacher
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a passionate, creative, part-time science teacher -- certified
FILLED- Common Ground Seeks Environmental Leadership Manager
Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, part of a community organization that also operates a community environmental education center and urban farm -- is seeking a passionate, creative, effective, inclusive Environmental
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes- March 2018
Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes March 26, 2018 Attending: Wendy Battles, Jane Lee, Michael Doolittle, Bob Parker, Monique Frasier, Melissa Spear, Kerry Lord, Beth Klingher, Babz Rawls-Ivy Staff: Rebecca Holcombe, Deborah Greig, Brian Springsteen,
Getting to know…..Environmental Leader in Residence Gabriela Alvarez
Special thanks to Gabriela Alvarez for spending a week at Common Ground High School! Learn more about her, including what she would do if she were not a chef, in the video above.
Common Ground Podcast club has a lot to say!
Henry Chisholm Development Associate The Podcast Club has a lot to say! Some interesting things are said in the attic of the high school when Common Ground students are working on their
Common Ground Dance Team wows crowds at Southern
Sierra Vasquez CG Dance Team member The Common Ground Dance Team has the moves! The Common Ground dance team usually practices every Thursday after school and we create and practice the dance