1. Early Bird Prize: Get a head start on certification by submitting your online application by the early bird deadline of April 15. Schools who submit before the deadline will be entered into a draw to win a fantastic MEC gift certificate.

2. Get Certified: The April 29 deadline is approaching fast. Next on the agenda for schools is the Follow-up EcoReview and completing all applicable application questions. Also, don’t forget to input your Earth Hour or Earth Week activities in the Environmental Stewardship section.

Check out this 2016 Guide for step-by-step instructions & a timeline for preparing and completing your certification application.

3. Claim Your Campaign: If your school is doing field trips, class projects, or campaigns after April 30, they can still be claimed in your online application. You will need to submit planning notes and the date of the upcoming activity by the application deadline of April 30.