I am passionate about people and nature, health, education, social justice, equity, and community. Because of its intersectional power across all of those passions, I focus on nature-based learning in public K-12 school settings. I've been fortunate to spend much of my life sleeping under the stars leading wilderness expeditions in remote reaches of our planet - from the Canadian Arctic to the Bolivian Andes. And, I've spent equal parts of my life as a teacher and school administrator in some unconventional roles and awesome educational environments. Across all education roles, I have designed innovative curriculum centering voices of marginalized communities, emphasizing inclusion, strengthening community through immersive, authentic learning experiences, and deepening connections with nature. I am continually humbled by the lessons my students and Mother Nature teach me. And, as a human beyond work, I love: being in nature (especially on a mountain bike), connecting with friends, cooking (and eating!), and spending time with my hilarious husband, Eric, two magical daughters, Clara & Nora, and our silly pup, Arty.Please reach out - beccakatz@gmail.com - if you want to connect!
Listed skills include Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Outdoor Education, and 7 others.