Sarah Johnson.

Sarah R. Johnson, MAEd

Sarah R. Johnson, MAEd

Adjunct Faculty
srjohnson2@coloradomtn.edu
Pronouns: She/Her

Education

  • MAED: NSEE (Master of Arts in Education with a focus on Natural Science and Environmental Education), Hamline University
    • Master's thesis explored innovative science teacher professional development programming at biological field stations.
  • B.S. Biology with a minor in Geology, Missouri State University
  • Grand Canyon Semester, Northern Arizona University,

Professional Interests/Associations

• Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education
• National Association of Geoscience Teachers
• North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE)

Awards

  • Innovative Environmental Education Program Award, Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education, (September, 2020)
  • Water Availability in Colorado Deliberative Forum Guide, a publication of the NAAEE Environmental Issues Forums and the Kettering Foundation (September 2016).
  • "In the Field: Teachers Learning From Scientists," an article published in Clearing Magazine (October 2016).
  • "Sea Ice and Ocean Currents Connecting People, Science, with Small Wooden Boats: Fostering Community with Float Your Boat and Arctic Buoys" presented at
    International Arctic Science Committee Arctic Science Summit Week, Boulder Colorado (March 2025).
  • "The Promise of Civic Engagement for Environmental Issues: Synergy of Environmental Education and Civic Education," a discussion paper published by the North American Association for Environmental Education (June 2020).
  • "Using Environmental Issues Forums (EIF) to Enhance Deliberation: Case Studies," an article published by the North American Association for Environmental Education (January 2018).
  • "Youth Climate Action Planning in Colorado," presented at the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (September 2025).
  • "Breaking Barriers: Deep Learning and Inclusion of Virtual Leave No Trace Instructor Courses," presented at the Leave No Trace Global Summit (October 2024).
  • "Connecting People to the Arctic Ocean - Scientists, Schools, and Wooden Boats," presented at the National Science Teacher Association, Denver National Conference (March 2024).
  • "Public Lands in the United States: A More Inclusive Perspective," presented at the Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (September 2022) and the Wilderness Education Association Annual Conference (February 2021).
  • "Lessons Learned from Youth Water Leadership Program," presented at the Water Educator Symposium, Water Education Colorado (August 2020).

Personal interests

I am passionate about the environment and love to bring my real-world experiences into the classroom. You'll often find me out on the rivers or in the mountains, so I get to see firsthand the importance of enjoying and protecting our public lands. I've always had a veggie garden, which keeps me connected and grounded to the living systems we talk about in class. I've even had the amazing opportunity to work on the Arctic Ocean sea ice, and I love sharing my experiences from that with students. These personal interests fuel my love for teaching environmental science!

Programs

  • Biology
  • Ecosystem Science and Stewardship
  • Sustainability Studies