Elementary School

Getting Started

Ready to get started?  Class Advisors/Mentors, in this section you'll find the information you need to guide your class through a successful project and ways to get your students excited about helping to save the environment! You'll find a step-by-step description of the Challenge process, detailed information about completing and submitting your application and resources to help you facilitate the Challenge in your classroom.

Follow the steps below to complete the Challenge.

1. Register for the Challenge.

The Class Advisor/Mentor must register for the Challenge to get started.

2. Set up your class team.

Once registered, you can add your class(es) in the Dashboard. You must be logged in to access the Dashboard. Class Advisors/Mentors may have more than one class but each individual student may only be a part of one team.

3. Follow the Challenge Process and utilize free site Resources.

Use the step-by-step guide to help you and your team(s) through the Challenge Process steps: Learn, Plan, Act, Share & Extend, Reflect. On the site, you will also find hundreds of free resources to help facilitate the Challenge in your class including project ideas, e-books, videos, and lesson plans.

4. Complete and submit your application.

Log in and visit your Dashboard to complete your application. Class Advisors/Mentors are responsible for filling out the entire application with input from your class.  You must complete and review all steps (Review/Submit Application), make sure your team information is up-to-date and agree to all Challenge terms before submitting your application. Once you submit your application, you will not be able to make any changes.

All applications are due by March 5, 2013. Early submissions are encouraged.

5. Questions?

If you have any questions or are experiencing any issues, please email wecanchange@discovery.com.

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