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Education Department

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The Education Department interprets and communicates the research of our scientists and watershed restoration staff for many different audiences by developing and delivering K-12 school programs, training and professional development workshops, community outreach events, and curricula.

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Education Staff

Kathryn Difo headshot.

Kathryn Difo

Education Program Manager
Steve Kerlin, Ph.D.

Steve Kerlin, Ph.D.

Education Research Associate
David Kline on a snowy mountain.

David Kline

Watershed Education Specialist
Steve Mohapp

Steve Mohapp

Watershed Education Specialist
Tara Muenz

Tara Muenz

Interim Director of Education and Leaf Pack Network Administrator

Education News

Electrofishing in a headwater stream.
Hot Science Summer: A Stroud Center Photo Album
The hottest thing this summer? Freshwater science. Browse photos of research, education, restoration, and … basketball?
A student learns to identify stream insects from a leaf pack study.
Using Leaf Packs to Increase Access to Environmental Learning Experiences
Traditional stream studies can be challenging for students receiving special education services. Leaf packs offer a creative solution.
Stroud Center staff in Belize
Building Freshwater Stewardship in Costa Rica and Belize
Stroud Center helps communities establish trusted freshwater data, strengthen local monitoring, and protect vital freshwater resources.
Closeup of a Radnor MS macroinvertebrate poster featuring a hellgrammite.
Students Transform Stream Studies Into Scientific Storytelling
Middle school students were challenged to create informational posters about the macroinvertebrates they discovered during a visit to the Stroud Center.
Teachers perform a stream study as part of a workshop.
When White Clay Creek Watershed Becomes a Classroom
From rubber duck races to Junior Ranger badges, the White Clay Creek watershed becomes an outdoor classroom for students, teachers, and families.
Philadelphia Catholic Schools Connect Watershed Science to Their Communities
Philadelphia Catholic Schools Connect Watershed Science to Their Communities
With funding from the Connelly Foundation, students have participated in hands-on studies of freshwater ecology, watershed science, and stream restoration.