Louisiana’s rich and dynamic environment encompasses a vast area of land, water, and culture that serve as the lifeblood of this great state. Making wise decisions about using these resources is therefore necessary for us to maintain both a healthy environment and a vibrant economy. At Messages From The Mississippi our goal is to provide resources and opportunities for young people to engage in meaningful environmental education that foster environmental literacy and stewardship. We design these place-based science experiences to empower young people to recognize and investigate environmental issues in the areas where they live, and build their capacity to engage their communities in developing collective, just solutions. To date, Messages From The Mississippi has worked directly with educators from five schools across three parishes, impacting over 300 K12 students.