School Of Environmental Studies Education Foundation

It’s officially day! Please consider supporting our amazing school as we work to ensure every student has an equitable opportunity to participate in the vast diversity of experiences we offer.

https://www.givemn.org/organization/School-Of-Environmental-Studies-Education-Foundation

School of Environmental Studies

Huge thanks to everyone who participated in yesterday’s SESEF Give To The Max campaign. We’re far from our goal of $20,000 but appreciate every dollar given to help continue and support the mission. From all of us at SESEF, we see and appreciate you, THANK YOU! 🌎

GIVE TO THE MAX!!!

🌎 TODAYS THE DAY!!! Please bee generous and GIVE TO THE MAX today to help support the SES Education Foundation!

Bee sure to join myself and Tom Goodwin later this afternoon via Facebook Live a little after 3:00pm CST today. We’ll bee at the School of Environmental Studies to share in some of our favorite memories and experiences. 😃

LINK TO DONATE IN THE COMMENTS!!!



If you’re not in a position to give, please like and share! THANK YOU!!!

🌎 Greetings everyone! Later this week … aka … Thursday, watch for some live feeds and posts surrounding GIVE TO THE MAX. In full disclosure, I (Jacob Rylander) was recently elected as the President/Chair of the SES Education Foundation, better known as SESEF.

SESEF will be participating in this years event and to put it directly, WE NEED YOUR HELP! Each year SESEF provides tens of thousands of dollars to ensure equitable opportunities for students to participate in intensive themes and field studies. We oversee over $10k in scholarships and help with specialized funding for facility and faculty improvements.

Covid has effected us all and over the last several years SESEF’s means of fundraising has been extremely limited, all while the demand ever increasing for our assistance.

I humbly ask that you please strongly consider giving any amount of financial assistance to help us continue this necessary service to current SES students and future fellow alumni. SES has been one of the most influential aspects of my life and I know many of you can easily say the same.

Thank you and stay tuned for more as we try to GIVE TO THE MAX this week!

v/r: Jacob Rylander

Follow the link to give: https://www.givemn.org/organization/School-Of-Environmental-Studies-Education-Foundation

🌎SAVE THE DATE 🌎

School of Environmental Studies Education Foundation (SESEF) was established in 1999 as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community foundation to support the students and staff of SES by providing funds through grants and scholarships. On November 17, 2022, SESEF will be participating in Minnesota’s campaign!

We need your help to continue our amazing work in ensuring equitable opportunities and experiences. This academic year, we’re looking to fund the following:

● Student Scholarships given to five seniors to help pay for their post-secondary education. ($5,000)

● Students Grants to help students participate in field trips, intensive themes, and senior project funding. ($15,000)

● School Activities Grants to support the Junior and Senior Classes and other school activities such as the Earth Day Celebration, MLK speakers, Junior Picnic, and Senior Party. ($3,500)

● Faculty Professional Development and course and curriculum development to create innovative instruction and further academic achievement. ($5,000).

Give anytime, with our official campaign kicking off on November 1, and with our big push on the 17.

SESEF GTM Link:
https://www.givemn.org/organization/School-Of-Environmental-Studies-Education-Foundation

Great way to help support this years graduating class!

Support the SES Graduation Site Council through our annual Holiday Greens and Poinsettia Fundraiser!

The council is a student-led group that plans and fundraises for the SES graduation ceremony each year. The plant sale is one of our primary fundraisers with all funds raised going directly to supporting the SES graduation ceremony.

Easily place your order online through Thursday, October 20 at 10 PM. Follow the link below to order!
https://www.gertensfundraising.com. Enter the Store ID code 109 for SES into the text field and click ‘Enter ID to Continue’.
Pick-up your order November 22 from 2-5 p.m. inside the SES front entrance.
More information will be shared prior to the delivery date in the Friday Field Notes, here, and the SES website.

PLEASE SHARE the online fundraiser link and school store ID code with family and friends. Be sure to include your student’s name or special identifier when you checkout, so we can better sort the plants for distribution. If you are a friend of alumni of SES, list your name in the checkout spot.
Questions? Please contact [email protected]

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It’s Graduation Day for the School of Environmental Studies!!!

If you or a loved one are unable to physically attend the ceremony this evening, here’s where you can watch it being streamed live.

Thanks ETV!

School of Environmental Studies 2022 Graduation Congratulations to the School of Environmental Studies class of 2022! Watch their graduation ceremony at the Minnesota Zoo amphitheater.

🎊CONGRATULATIONS to this years, SES Class of 2022, SES Education Foundation Scholarship Award Recipients!!!

The School of Environmental Studies Class of 2022 will be graduating this June and the Senior Party Planning Committee could use your help if you’re in a position to give!

Due to the uniqueness of this last academic year and throughout the pandemic, the SES Education Foundation is offering to match up to $3,500 between now and the end of May to support these awesome students. We want to ensure their final days of high school are filled with memories beyond distance and hybrid learning.

Each year SESEF injects tens of thousands of dollars into student and teacher grants to support activities and intensive themes, purchase new books, equipment, finance scholarships…and so much more! We’re excited to be able to support this years graduates in way that will hopefully encourage others to help as well.

Please like and share, we understand that times are challenging. If you’re not in a position to give, please consider passing this on to those in your circle of influence. THANK YOU!!!



https://gofund.me/a090b9e0

2022 SES Senior Blast Graduation Party, organized by Rachel Worner The 2022 seniors at SES have had a high school experience like no class that has… Rachel Worner needs your support for 2022 SES Senior Blast Graduation Party

If you’re in need of some dinner or a snack tonight and want to help out this year’s graduating class, be sure to hit up Jersey Mike’s tonight in Rosemount.

50% of sales will be generously donated to this years SES Class if 2022!

Tomorrow night is SES’s Annual Environmental College and Career Fair!
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WHERE: SES! 12155 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124
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WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 8 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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WHAT: 25 colleges and environmental organization have confirmed participation.
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WHO: Current students… BUT, there is no pre-registration and the event is open to the public, meaning come on by alumni!!!
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Questions: Contact Nathan Nelson at: [email protected]
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Confirmed for the SES College Fair on Feb. 8, 2022:

Alexandria Technical College
Animal Rights Coalition
Augustana (South Dakota)
Coe College (Iowa)
Conservation Corps of Minnesota and Iowa.
Cornell College (Iowa)
DCTC
Hamline University
Inver Hills Community College
Itasca Community College
Lake Superior College (Duluth)
Minnesota State Univ. Moorhead
Minnesota Mosquito Control District
Michigan Tech
Normandale Community College
North Dakota State University
Northland (WI)
Northern Michigan University
St. Olaf
St. John’s University
College of St. Benedict’s
University of Minnesota Crookston
University of Minnesota Morris
University of Minnesota Twin Cities (Bio Products/ Engineering)
University of Missouri
University of Wisconsin River Falls

Hope to see you there!!!

Great to see students back after winter break! This last week Juniors were out embracing the snow and cold, while Seniors were presenting and participating in the annual Population Conference.

SES is truly a unique educational experience and we’re grateful to be apart of these students journey. Lots happening in the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned for Intensive Theme updates and so much more!!! 🌎

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

We hope you’re enjoying the holidays with family and friends! Be sure to check out this holiday recycling guide for some quick tips and reminders. 🌎

LAST CALL for priority enrollment applications!

The application lottery will be held tomorrow, Thursday, Dec 23 for the 2022-2023 academic year. Get those applications in before midnight tonight (Dec, 22) and apply online at: ses.district196.org

Priority enrollment closes tomorrow (Weds, 12/22) at midnight! Next year’s SES junior cohort is filling up quickly, so be sure to share and let folks know to get their application in now to increase the likelihood of joining us next fall.
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Thanks for your help getting the word out this year SES community! Staff know that choosing the SES experience was right for us, and we also know how lucky we are for this crew of students, families, partners, and alumni who feel the same!

Be sure to get those applications in before Midnight on December 22, 2021 for priority enrollment!

SES is more than a great education, it’s a life changing experience! APPLY ONLINE TODAY!

When the teacher says, “Meet me in the outdoor classroom,” and you have to ask, “Which one?”… you are at the right place.
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Share on your stories that it’s priority enrollment season here at SES! Share your SES experience and let sophomores know to apply before winter break to secure a spot for 2022-23 school year through our website: https://ses.district196.org

🌎 ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN 🌎

The School of Environmental Studies is now taking applications for the 2022-2023 school year for incoming 11 and 12 graders!

Apply online at ses.district196.org

Priority registration is given to those who apply before winter break, so don’t delay!

🌎 GIVE TO THE MAX 🌎

Today’s the day and nows the time to GIVE TO THE MAX!

Help support our mission to ensure is able to continue their vision of building “a thoughtful community of leaders engaging with others to create a sustainable world.”

Together we can and do make the difference the world needs!

Support School of Environmental Studies Education Foundation on GiveMN                   Support this little school that does big things!                              The School of Environmental Studies Education Foundation (SESEF) was established in 1999 by a group of parents, teachers, alumni, and community members to encourage high...

Greetings SES Alumni & Friends! 🌎

Remember that time at SES when ....?

We each have a few favorite memories from time spent at SES. Maybe it was on a field study to the Galapagos? Or maybe you actually enjoyed Journal checks? It could be a friend you made, a teacher who inspired you, or an awareness of the world around you. It is these experiences that help to build the strong community that shapes SES.

The unique curriculum at SES allows our students opportunities that can be found nowhere else. However, SES is nowhere near adequately supported by the school district, and depends on donations to fund their unique programs. If SES has made a difference in your life, we hope you’ll consider making a donation to SESEF so in future years, the School is able to continue to develop active citizen leaders who are environmentally informed, self-perpetuating learners, and who are connected to the local and global community.

It has never been more important to invest in supporting our SES community leaders. $1, $5, $10 - every penny helps! Please make a gift in any amount you can through our GIVE to the MAX page:

https://www.givemn.org/organization/School-Of-Environmental-Studies-Education-Foundation

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Thank you to all those who have selflessly served in defense of our great Nation. 🇺🇸

OPEN ENROLLMENT for the School of Environmental Studies 2022-2023 school year has begun! Go to ses.district196.org to learn more and apply!

Explore the exciting educational opportunities District 196 magnet schools have to offer! We have five theme-based elementary schools, a STEM-focused middle school and an environmental studies high school for juniors and seniors. The application window is now open! Learn more at www.district196.org/magnetschools !

❗️LAST CALL❗️

Get that seasonal holiday order placed TODAY! 🌎

FINAL DAY to order!!!

Support the SES Graduation Site Council through their annual Holiday Greens and Poinsettia Fundraiser! The council is a student-led group that plans and fundraises for the SES graduation ceremony each year. The plant sale is one of our primary fundraisers with all funds raised going directly to supporting the SES graduation ceremony.

Easily place your order online through Thursday, October 21 at 10 PM. Follow the link below to order!
https://www.gertensfundraising.com. Enter the Store ID code 109 for SES into the text field and click ‘Enter ID to Continue’.

Pick-up your order November 29 from 3-6 p.m. inside the SES front entrance.

More information will be shared prior to the delivery date in the Friday Field Notes, the SES website and other social media platforms.

PLEASE SHARE the online fundraiser link and school store ID code with family and friends. Be sure to include your student’s name or special identifier when you checkout, so we can better sort the plants for distribution.
Questions? Please contact Molly Melton: [email protected].

Congratulations to Sera Cooper on being recognized at last nights School Board meeting for being a National Merit Scholars Semifinalist and Commended Student! 🎉🥳🎉

Well done Sera!!! 🌎



Pictured: SES Dean of Students Trent Thompson and Sera Cooper

The school greeted students and staff in a very special way this morning. We’re bias, but think the new sign looks GREAT!!! 🌎

🌎 WELCOME BACK!!! We couldn’t be more excited to see students return to SES!

We can’t wait to see what new adventures this year will bring and how we can continue to support this amazing community.

Cheers to being back! 😃

Yesterday was the first day of the all been Adventure Camp! was happy to help support this new initiative by providing the SES tee shirts campers tie dyed! We can’t wait to see and hear more about the weeks adventures. 🌎

Congratulations to the ! Go forth into the world and continue to make it a better place! 🌎

School of Environmental Studies 2021 Graduation Congratulations to the School of Environmental Studies class of 2021! Watch their graduation ceremony at the Minnesota Zoo amphitheater