2022 – 2023 Annual Report
We are delighted to present our 2022-2023 Annual Report with heartfelt appreciation for our donors, partners, and supporters' incredible impact on our students, educators, and the state.
We are delighted to present our 2022-2023 Annual Report with heartfelt appreciation for our donors, partners, and supporters' incredible impact on our students, educators, and the state.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF MUDDY SNEAKERS<br />
Findings from the <strong>2022</strong>-<strong>2023</strong> NC State University Program Evaluation <strong>Report</strong><br />
CONNECTION TO NATURE<br />
82%<br />
97%<br />
85%<br />
89%<br />
84%<br />
76%<br />
90%<br />
81%<br />
Students report that Muddy Sneakers<br />
introduced them to local public lands for<br />
the first time.<br />
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT<br />
Teachers agree or strongly agree that because of Muddy Sneakers, students...<br />
Have a better understanding of science.<br />
Score higher on science tests.<br />
Demonstrate improved critical thinking<br />
skills.<br />
SUPPORT FOR EDUCATORS<br />
Teachers agree or strongly agree that Muddy Sneakers has helped them...<br />
Teach science more effectively.<br />
Teach more effectively overall.<br />
Feel supported as a teacher.<br />
Connect with their students.<br />
SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL WELL-BEING<br />
Students report that Muddy Sneakers made them feel...<br />
48%<br />
71%<br />
70%<br />
64%<br />
Focused & ready to learn.<br />
More calm.<br />
Desire to share what they learned with<br />
family and friends.<br />
More likely to come to school.<br />
Teachers report that Muddy Sneakers helps students...<br />
Form relationships with peers they may<br />
87% not connect with in the classroom.<br />
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