About the Climate Crisis Response Committee
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The Climate Crisis Response Committee (CCRC) will advise the PPS Board of Education on implementation of the Climate Crisis Response, Climate Justice and Sustainable Practices Policy. As the CCRC reviews the Policy, they will discuss and determine specific avenues for arriving at stated policy goals such as, “Goal 1.2: PPS will maximize reductions in Green House Gas emissions from district operations, maintenance, and facilities management.” The CCRC will meet quarterly, provide insight and feedback for the District in setting goals and milestones, and engage with public comment about opportunities and challenges related to the Policy. CCRC Members bring expertise and diverse perspectives on sustainability and climate justice in Portland, and all have connections to Portland Public Schools, as students, parents, or alumni.
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Climate Crisis Response Committee Applications are Open!
If you are a passionate student or community member that wants to make a difference at PPS, apply to join the Climate Crisis Response Committee! This is a committee that reports to the PPS Board of Education. On the committee you will:
- Learn about how PPS is making progress towards the goals in the Climate Crisis Response, Climate Justice and Sustainable Practices Policy
- Provide input and recommendations to the PPS Board on how to better support PPS staff as we advance these policy goals
- Connect with other passionate members of our PPS community from diverse backgrounds, knowledge areas, and lived experiences.
No previous professional experience in climate change or sustainability required! Volunteer experience, lived experience, and a passion for this work are all just as important.
PPS students: CCRC Student Representative Application
PPS community members (adult): Application to serve on the Climate Crisis Response Committee 2025–2027 term.
Deadline to Apply: June 6
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Committee Meetings
- All committee meetings are open to the public to attend. Members of the public who would like to speak at committee meetings are invited to submit a request for public comment by emailing Kat Davis (kadavis@pps.net) or Committee Chair Barbi Alexander (barbialexander@gmail.com).
- All committee meetings have a virtual attendance option, and meeting links will be posted here within three days of the meeting.
Upcoming Meetings
- Thursday, June 5, 2025, 5:30pm-7:00pm
- Hybrid Meeting: In person meeting located at the Prophet Education Center, Windows Conference Room (2nd Floor), 501 N Dixon St, Portland, OR 97267)
- Link to YouTube channel for live stream and recording - https://www.youtube.com/@pps_climatejustice/streams