Blog: Voices from our work

Pileated woodpeckers, plant parts salad, and a visit to the ducks!

We know bees make honey, but how do we get it out of the hive? Plus, why birds fly south for the winter - and why they don't - and some bird-friendly holiday decorations!

Have you ever wondered what chipmunks do in the winter? Learn what goes on in their burrows, discover the beauty of mushroom spore prints, and take a visit to the beach in winter!

Let's talk turkey! Learn about wild turkeys and visit the turkeys in our poultry yard. Plus, Alexa teaches us how to make a rose out of maple leaves!

This week is all about worms! Check out Common Ground's worm bin with Tim, try some worm-y activities and learn how worms survive the winter.

This week's Nature Notes are all about acorns! Plus, learn about honey production and visit Gillette Castle!

Director of School Operations School Year 2020-2021 Location: New Haven, CT In the 2020-2021 School Year, this role can be up to 50% virtual   About Common Ground High School Common Ground High School is

The Census is an extremely important endeavor for our City and our country. Not only does the Census generate important statistics that communities and businesses rely on in day-to-day operations and strategic planning, but Census

Common Ground High School -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a Part-time Math/Science Support Educator The

Common Ground -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a passionate, creative, outstanding certified Biology teacher. This

By Rebecca Holcombe, Director of Community Programs Field trip time! On a recent sunny November morning, students from four different New Haven Public Schools arrived by yellow school bus to join us for

The Winter Festival is coming up on Saturday, December 14 from 10am-2pm. We are currently accepting crafters who’d like to table at this event. To register, please complete this form and then use the PayPal

Suzannah Holsenbeck, CT Schoolyards Program Manager The CT Schoolyards Program frequently hears the question: what do you do with school gardens in the summer when schools aren’t in session? It’s an excellent question and points

Job Title:  Forest School Teacher in the NatureYear Program at Common Ground   Organization Overview   Common Ground is a center for environmental learning in New Haven, Connecticut. Farm meets forest meets city on Common

Mobile Market Manager & Farm Crew Support Part Time Seasonal Position: Late June-September 2019 Organization Overview Common Ground is a center for learning and leadership, inviting people across ages and identities to connect to their

Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors March 25, 2019 Present: Wendy Battles, Robert Parker, Beth Klingher, Michael Doolittle, Kerry Lord, Charles Negaro, Kyeen Andersson, Errol Saunders, Babz Rawls Ivy, Terri Snell,

Meeting of the New Haven Ecology Project Board of Directors February 25, 2019 Present: Robert Parker, Beth Klingher, Michael Doolittle, Charles Negaro, Wendy Battles, Errol Saunders, Kyeen Andersson, Brian Springsteen, Ilene Crawford Staff: Betsy Sneath,

Meeting of the Common Ground Board of Directors Minutes Dec. 17, 2018   Board members: Bob Parker, Wendy Battles, Kyeen Andersson, Charles Negaro, Kerry Lord, Jane Lee, Ilene Crawford, Beth Klingher, Mike Doolittle, Errol Saunders,

The Green Jobs Corps Program Manager is responsible for overall success of Green Jobs Corps – a long-running youth employment program that connects over 80 high school students with paid environmental jobs, leadership and career

Development Associate for Special Events and Communications – full time position Organization Overview From humble beginnings 20 years ago, Common Ground has grown into a nationally recognized center for environmental learning and leadership in New

Part-Time, Seasonal Job Opening: Coordinator, Rock to Rock Earth Day Ride Common Ground -- a high school, urban farm, and environmental education center -- is hiring a part-time, seasonal event coordinator to play a key

FOOD JUSTICE EDUCATION COORDINATOR 2019 Job Description ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW Common Ground  is a center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut, dedicated to a more socially and environmentally sustainable society. Farm meets forest

We’ve all got something to be thankful for. Regardless of the season, it’s always good to reflect on the good in our lives. Check out what CG staff are thankful for below! So much

Common Ground High School -- the nation’s oldest environmental charter high school, creating the next generation of successful college students and powerful community and environmental leaders -- is seeking a Support Educator. The SUPPORT EDUCATOR

Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting June 25, 2018 Present: Ky Andersson, Wendy Battles, Ilene Crawford, Mike Doolittle, Beth Klingher, Jane Lee, Kerry Lord, Frank Mitchell, Charles Negaro, Bob Parker, Errol Saunders, Melissa Spear,

By: Melissa Spear It is a beautiful summer day here at Common Ground.  Flowers are in full bloom across our site. The garden is bursting with produce.  A gentle breeze is keeping the heat from

Organization Overview Common Ground is an educational center for environmental learning and leadership in New Haven, Connecticut, and dedicated to a more socially and environmentally sustainable society. Common Ground is uniquely positioned to do this.

by Joel Tolman, Director of Impact & Engagement Starting August 26th, CT Transit buses will loop through the West Rock neighborhood, passing by Common Ground on their way to and from downtown New Haven.

                                                      By Common Ground Students: Brandi Ocasio, Emalee Ocasio and

Now is the time to register your child for a fun-filled outdoor program. We have multiple programs for children of all different ages. Toasted marshmallows help warm our students from the inside out

NatureYear parent Tim Sway is an artist and upcycler, and one of his many hobbies includes making things and having adventures with his son Vance, some of which he documents on video. Tim made a video about

Samantha Torres, class of 2014, did maintenance at the Common Ground site, worked as a camp counselor, planted trees with the Urban Resources Initiative, worked for CitySeed, and interned with The Nature Conservancy in Vermont.

Over the next few months we will be featuring recipes written or much-loved by staff and community members. If you have a great recipe that's always a hit, let us know! Email me at elena.augusewicz@commongroundct.org

Board of Directors Meeting 10/23/17 Present: Melissa Spear, Wendy Battles, Michael Doolittle, Kerry Lord, Bob Parker, Beth Klingher, Monique Frasier, Claudia Merson Staff: Elena Augusewicz, Joel Tolman, Kimball Cartwright, Rebecca Holcomb, Liz Cox Regrets: Jane

By Rebecca Holcombe Director of Community Programs Fresh air, time in nature, and active play are still essential for children even as the days turn colder and darker. Children at Common Ground enjoy lots of

Present: Babz Rawls Ivy, Monique Frasier, Bob Parker, Beth Klingher, Frank Mitchell, Mike Doolittle, Kimball Cartwright, Shannon Raider Ginsberg, Betsy Sneath, Liz Cox, Melissa Spear, Rebecca Holcombe, Meredith Odinak, Cornell Wright, Kerry Ellington, other Common Ground