{"id":1857,"date":"2026-07-08T19:17:28","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T19:17:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/?page_id=1857"},"modified":"2026-07-08T19:18:44","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T19:18:44","slug":"monthly-newsletter-june-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/cosee\/monthly-newsletter-june-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Monthly Newsletter: June 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Happy June!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We hope that finals went well for all students! We have entered summer and we hope you enjoy the weather! We have some very exciting updates as well as upcoming events that we are thrilled to share with you all!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amazon Wishlist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve launched an Amazon Wish List<\/a> featuring tools, supplies, and materials that directly support our restoration work, educational programs, and adaptive children\u2019s library. If you\u2019d like to contribute, your support helps sustain hands-on learning and stewardship at the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please ship to<\/strong>: 17927 113th Ave NE, Box 358522, Bothell WA 98011<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Catch Up with Our Recent Blogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Professional learning series for inclusive environmental education<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This series helps educators build more inclusive environmental education, with practical tools, shared experiences, and space to rethink who feels welcome in environmental learning spaces. Read the full article here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Yard by Yard Update<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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16 homeowners helped & 2000 native species planted in place of invasive species<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In this last month, the Yard by Yard project has planted at the final property of this second round of native plantings. A few weeks prior, Casey’s family, the Yard by Yard team, and neighbors from last round came together to remove a dense mat of invasive periwinkle in preparation for the incoming plants. A few weeks later, neighbors, friends, additional CoSEE interns and the team got together once more to replant with native groundcovers and shrubs. These native plants will not only create an attractive native landscape, but will also help manage runoff from the driveway, create a privacy screen, and insulate the forest right at the property\u2019s edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Yard by Yard team is proud to say that, so far, we have helped 16 homeowners plant 2000 native species in place of invasive species and lawns with much help from friends, family, community members, and neighbors along the way. We don\u2019t want to stop here! We aim to foster a local community with experienced, novice, and curious native plant gardeners, and we hope to support additional homeowners in transforming their own spaces. If you want to participate, check out results, or learn more about the Yard by Yard project, please visit our new Yard by Yard webpage on our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Recap & June Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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June Nature Walk<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We had such a great time at our second nature walk of the series. Thank you to everyone who came out and joined us, it was an amazing turnout! We can\u2019t wait to see you again next month. Our Nature Walks take place on the third Saturday of every month, so mark your calendars and bring a friend!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Volunteer Work Party at Saint Edward State Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Volunteers supported the removal of English Holly and laurel. They worked on completing removal around the Plateau trail. Thank you to everyone who showed up as well as a big shout out to our past invasive interns, Sydney and Kylie, who helped work on and plan the past restoration events, and we look forward to seeing you next month on July 19th from 10am – 1pm!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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CoSEE End of Year Party<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We had our first end of year party to celebrate the amazing work that our past 2025-2026 cohort has completed through their projects. This was an afternoon filled with collaboration and celebration with CoSEE partners, current and past interns, as well as CoSEE staff and our faculty committee. Thank you to everyone who showed up, and we are looking forward to hosting events like this in the future!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Intern Summer Kickoff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This summer we are welcoming our biggest cohort yet of interns at CoSEE. We put on our first event for this new group of interns which was filled with community building and getting to know more about our programs. We are so excited to work with everyone this summer and cannot wait to see what the summer holds! Thank you to everyone who showed up!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Internship Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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CoSEE Full Academic Year, Fall, and Winter Interns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get ahead and start looking at our full term or fall and winter term internship pathways! We want to allow interns to work with us over the academic year for more fantastic research and community opportunities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Upcoming Events in July (& Beyond!)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Volunteer Work party at Saint Edward State Park<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcc5 Date & Time:<\/strong> July 19, 2026 | 10:00am
\ud83d\udccd Location<\/strong>: EERC Classroom, 14445 Juanita Dr NE Kenmore, WA 98028 – Volunteers can use free parking passes for the duration of their service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for a day of stewardship and discovery at Saint Edwards State Park, where we will be continuing where we worked on removing English Holly and Cherry Laurel last month. All ages 8+ are welcome; no experience needed. Please dress for the weather we work rain or shine! Register for the work party here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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