Connected Learning Ecosystem

The White Mountains Connected Learning Ecosystem brings together formal and informal educators from rural communities across the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The goal of the White Mountains CLE is to support student learning in climate, climate change, and data literacy. Our CLE is proud to have representatives from STEM and environmental learning centers, research institutions, 4-H organizations, libraries and STEM teachers from various schools in northern New Hampshire. Our group meets monthly to share resources and discuss how to best support our local youth.

Lead Educators

  • Brian Fitzgerald, smiling outside with a bright orange coat, brown hair and beard.

    Brian Fitzgerald

    MWOBS Director of Education

  • Jackie Bellefontaine

    MWOBS School Programs Coordinator

  • Rebecca Steeves

    Lin-Wood Public School Science Teacher

Get to Know Our Community

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    Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest

    The Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest is located in the southwestern part of the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire. The experimental forest occupies a 3,179-hectare (~7,854-acre) and hosts a multidisciplinary community of scientists, students, technicians, educators, artists, and environmental leaders contributing to the long-term Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study.

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    The Mountain Conservation Center

    Tin Mountain Conservation Center is located on the southern edge of the White Mountains and offers year-round nature education and access. Their beautiful trails and varied educational programs bring in hikers, walkers, outdoor enthusiasts, and learners of all ages.

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    White Mountain Science Inc

    Located northwest of the White Mountains, the White Mountain Science Inc (WMSI) brings STEM excitement directly to students with in-class visits, after-school enrichment programs, as well as a variety of camps offered throughout the year

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Mount Washington

Mount Washington is located in the heart of the White Mountains National Forest in New Hampshire. Mount Washington is a legendary and iconic mountain of New Hampshire that experiences some of the most extreme weather recorded on Earth, and has earned the name “Home of the World’s Worst Weather”. The Mount Washington Observatory maintains a staffed weather station that engages in innovative and exciting scientific research and educational outreach on New England’s highest peak.

Schools and Partners

Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study

Tin Mountain Conservation Center Inc

UNH Cooperative Extension

White Mountain Science Inc