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             ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

       STUDENT ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

                      PHILADELPHIA AREA

           2011 INFORMATION & APPLICATION FORM
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        http://www.epa.gov/region3/ee/sedp.htm

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          Student Environmental  Development Program (SEDP)
EPA's Mission:
The  mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to
protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA
has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the
American people and the world population.

The  SEDP Mission:
SEDP is committed to cultivating a stewardship towards the
natural  environment for students  through  an  interactive,
holistic approach to environmental education. This interactive
approach  encompasses hands-on  classroom activities  and
relevant extended learning experiences (fieldtrips). This well-
rounded program addresses a variety of environmental topics,
cultural awareness,  leadership development,  communications
training, career development and more - all of which the
students can take back to their schools and communities.

Beginning in 2011,  EPA will partner with a co-sponsor to run
the program.  The co-sponsor has not been determined at this
time  but will be announced in conjunction with the  student
selections.

Program Overview:
SEDP, established  in 1993, is a six week environmental
education, leadership development, and college  preparatory
program for  rising eighth  graders  (current seventh grade
students) in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania metropolitan area
schools. Each school may nominate up to three seventh grade
students. The  nominations should be based  on the  student's
academic  achievement (A-B students), attendance,  conduct,
interest  in  math,   science,  human  health,  and/or   the
environment.  EPA  plans to  continue the success of previous
years by creating a class with as  much racial, cultural and
economic diversity as possible.

A licensed science  teacher, EPA  staff, and guest  lecturers
teach environmental  topics,  communication skills, cultural
awareness, personal  development  and more.  Much  of the
material is taught in a hands-on fashion, so each students full
participation is necessary to completely learn the material and
make the program fun and educational for all participants.

Topics addressed during  the week  are often  supported by  a
relevant fieldtrip.  For example, during water week students
might visit a watershed, estuary, or a water treatment  plant.

Throughout  the six  weeks,  the  students  participate  in
communication skills  classes  building towards the  end  of
program team skits  covering an  environmental or  health-
related topic that they've learned  during the program.  The
skits will be presented to Fish and Wildlife Service staff at the
National   Conservation   Training  Center,    http://
training.fws.gov/.  in Shepherdstown, West Virginia,  and to
EPA  staff during   the  August  14-17 trip to Baltimore,
Washington, DC, and Shepherdstown, WV.
The students also perform their skits for EPA staff, their
families and  friends at  the  end of program  graduation,
tentatively scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Tuesday,  August 23,
2011.

The program runs from Tuesday, July 6, 2010, to Tuesday,
August 23, 2011. Class hours are  from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30
p.m.,  Monday - Friday.  Hours are extended on fieldtrip
days.  Classes are held at the EPA Regional Headquarters at
1650 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Conditions for Participation in SEDP:
Participation in SEDP is  a privilege. Students who do not
follow these rules or refuse  to fully participate will be re-
moved from the program. Students are required  to follow
actual workplace practices  and maintain excellent  atten-
dance, punctuality and conduct.  Students are only allowed
to miss two days of class. Please do not submit an applica-
tion if you have a scheduling conflict.

How to Apply:
Applications must be postmarked by Earth Day,  April 22,
2011,  and selections will be announced by May  10, 2011.
Selected students must attend a mandatory orientation with
their parent or legal guardian.  The  date, time and location
of the orientation will be announced at the time of selection.

Please keep in mind that acceptance to  SEDP is very com-
petitive. Space is  limited to  30 students. Early applications
have a better chance of acceptance into the program.

Please fill out the application on the next page completely.
Incomplete applications will not be considered for selection.
Applications must be postmarked by Earth Day,  April 22,
2011.  Final selections will be announced by May 10, 2011.

          Thank you for your interest in SEDP!
         http://www.epa.gov/region3/ee/sedp.htm
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 Student Environmental Development Program Application Form
Application Requirements:

All of the following materials must be returned together for
your application to be considered:
•   A self nomination (50 - 100 words) describing why you
    want to participate in SEDP, what skills and interests you
    offer, and how it will prepare you for your future goals.
•   A copy of your most recent report card. An application is
    not complete until a report card is received.
•   3 letters of recommendation: one from your science
    teacher, another school official, and a personal reference
    (non-family). Each must include:
        - In no more than 100 words, why this student is
        recommended for the program, and
        - Please include any unique obstacles the
        student has encountered in pursuit of their academic
        and personal goals.
        - The letter must be signed by the person
        completing the application and include a contact
        phone number or email address.

Student Information
Last Name
Address
City
First Name
State

Zip
Date of Birth _

School Name
                               Gender
School Address
School Phone Number

School Fax Number
What jobs, extracurricular activities, and or community service
are you currently, or have been involved in that demonstrate your
level of dedication, dependability, responsibility, and or willingness
to help others?
What have done to help protect the environment or your community?
What talents do share with others (music, dancing, acting, etc.)?
                                                      7th-Grade Science Teacher (Primary Nominator)
                                                      Last Name
                                                      Science Teacher Phone (_
                         First Name
                                      _(best time to call)
                                                      Email Address
                                                      Parent, or Guardian Information
                                                      Last Name
                 First Name
Relationship
                                                      Daytime Phone Number (_

                                                      Evening Phone Number (_

                                                      Cell Phone Number (	
                                                      Email Address
                                                      Alternate Contact Information
Last Name         First Name          Relationship

Daytime Phone Number (	)	

Evening Phone Number (	)	

Cell Phone Number (	)	

Email Address
                                                        All applications must be postmarked by April 22,2011
                                                         Apply early to increase your chances of being accepted!

                                                        Please send, or fax all the materials in one envelope to:
                                                                      Ellen Lucchetti (3PAOO)
                                                               U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
                                                            Student Environmental Development Program
                                                                         1650 Arch Street
                                                                      Philadelphia, PA 19103
                                                             (215) 814-3287 or (800) 352-1973 ext. 43287
                                                                        (215) 814-5102 (fax)

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Application Checklist:

•  Fully Completed Appli-
   cation Form
•  Copy of your most
   recent report card
   including grades,
   Behavior
•  Self Nomination Essay
•  3 Letters of
   Recommendation
         All applications must be postmarked by
               Earth Day, April 22, 2011
Remember, the earlier you apply, the better your chances of
                    being accepted!

        Please send, or fax all materials to:
                Ellen Lucchetti (3PAOO)
         U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
      Student Environmental Development Program
                    1650 Arch Street
                Philadelphia, PA 19103
      (215) 814-3287 or (800) 352-1973 ext. 43287
                 (215) 814-5102 (fax)
                lucchetti. ellen@epa.gov
           EPA Region III
           Mailcode: (3PAOO)
           1650 Arch Street
           Philadelphia, PA
           19103-2029
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          -consumer fiber and process chlorine free.
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