In this issue, we look at ways that school board members can reduce their districts’ impact on the environment. Among the examples—rural Louisa County, Virginia, where the district is innovating with Wi-Fi hot spots powered by solar energy. Such green solutions have the potential for numerous benefits, including cost savings, increased educational opportunities, and improved student well-being.

Investing in schoolyards may improve academic outcomes like test scores while decreasing poor behavior, all while providing more recreation outlets for underserved students.