# Plain Language Summary: Supporting Climate Change Education in Schools

This resolution expresses support for teaching climate change in K-12 schools across the country. It's not a law that forces anything to happen, but rather a statement from the House of Representatives saying that climate education should be a priority. The resolution calls for schools to teach students about what causes climate change, how it's already affecting us, and what solutions exist to address it. It also encourages schools to include this education across multiple subjects and grade levels, not just in science class.

The resolution highlights why this matters in practical terms. It points out that climate-related disasters like hurricanes and floods already keep kids out of school and damage school buildings. It also notes that learning about climate change can actually help young people feel more hopeful and capable, since understanding problems and solutions builds confidence. The resolution mentions that there's strong public support for this—84 percent of parents and 86 percent of teachers surveyed support climate education in schools.

Beyond just teaching the science, the resolution emphasizes preparing students for actual jobs. It points out that renewable energy and clean infrastructure jobs are growing rapidly, with millions of positions expected by 2032, but there aren't enough trained workers to fill them. The resolution encourages vocational programs and job training so students can pursue careers in solar, wind, electric vehicles, and environmental restoration. It also recognizes that climate education should address the mental health impacts on young people who are worried about the future.

The resolution calls on the Department of Education to work with states and local schools to develop climate education standards, fund teacher training, and create an Office of Climate Literacy to coordinate these efforts. It emphasizes that education should be tailored to different learning styles and that students, teachers, and scientists should have a voice in developing these programs.

Supporting the teaching of climate change in schools.

Lee, Barbara

 <p>This resolution supports and encourages climate education in K-12 schools.</p>