The Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE) is a private, not-profit, 501(c)(3) association, whose mission is the promotion of effective conservation and environmental education throughout the State of Kansas. KACEE was established in 1969 as a public/private partnership made up of representatives of governmental agencies and organizations with an interest in supporting environmental education. Purpose:To serve as a medium for the exchange of information among member agencies and organizations interested or working in environmental and resource-use education. To provide a medium through which programs may be cooperatively developed to promote and encourage the teaching of an understanding of the environment and responsible use of resources. To serve through and Executive Committee as an advisory council to the Kansas State Board of Education. Objectives: Problem-solving skills for responsible decision-making. A positive attitude toward conservation and the proper utilization of natural resources. An understanding of the social and economic implications of environmental issues. An appreciation for the environment. Knowledge of the basic concepts of ecology.
Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE) provides services in the areas listed below:
Copyright 2008 Kansas Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has provided financial assistance to this project through EPA Section 319 Nonpoint Source Pollution Control Grant # C9007405-11