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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

Students using the watershed tapestry to show how water moves through a waterched.
Building Environmental Literacy Through Watershed Education
See how the Stroud Center turns freshwater research into place-based education through partnerships that build environmental literacy and stewardship.
A mother and son conduct a stream investigation.
Plan a Better Stream Investigation
Use our guide to help make every trip to the stream safe for participants, respectful of the ecosystem, and rewarding for everyone involved.
Teachers birding at White Clay Creek Preserve.
PA Educators Learn to Bring Watershed Science to Life
Stroud Water Research Center’s Outdoor Teaching and Learning Camp taught educators how to guide students toward environmental stewardship.
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.