To help, here is a list of some upcoming learning opportunities:
“Know thyself, know thy enemy. A thousand battles, a thousand victories.” — Sun Tzu, The Art of War
New York State schools and schools in many other states follow pesticide restrictions designed to keep students, teachers/staff and the environment safer. Pesticide reduction in schools is dependent on the application of Integrated Pest Management. Integrated Pest Management is dependent upon knowledge.
2025 New York State Invasive Species Expo
September 14-16, 2025, Best Western Plus Kingston, Kingston, NY
Join us for the 2025 NYS Invasive Species Expo! This is a unique conference focusing on invasive species, and will combine classic presentations and creative use of outdoor space to appeal to a wide range of attendees. The Expo will be hosted within the unique, historic architecture of beautiful Saratoga Spa State Park and will be open to the public with no cost for general attendance. The Expo will be an immersive, hands-on experience featuring:
- Unique presentations – including multiple Cornell IPM experts
- Interactive demonstrations
- Hands-on workshops
- Small-group discussions
- Field trips & outdoor activities
- Exhibitor tables – come say hello!
New York State School Environmental Health Conference 2025
November 6, 2025, Best Western Plus Kingston, Kingston, NY
School professionals, including administrators, facilities managers, nurses, and teachers are invited to join us this November in historic Kingston, New York! This year’s theme is Indoor Air Quality Matters: Engaging Schools in a Dynamic Landscape. This free conference provides a forum for NYS school personnel to learn practical solutions related to school environmental health from experts. Learn about the different factors that influence indoor air quality, see how schools across the state have improved their indoor air, and so much more! Get ready to engage and connect with others who share your commitment to student and staff well-being. Breakfast and lunch will be provided at no cost to attendees. More information about the agenda will be shared soon!
What’s Bugging You? Webinars
First Friday of each month, 12 PM – 12:30 PM, virtual
Experts share practical information and answer questions on using integrated pest management (IPM) to avoid pest problems and promote a healthy environment where you live, work, learn and play. We’ll end with an IPM Minute, and cover a specific action you can take in the next few days to help you avoid pest problems.
- September 5: Top 5 Rodent Exclusion Tips + Feeding Friendly Insects: Get Ready to Plant
- October 3: Winterize Your Home Orchard + Feeding Friendly Insects: Fall is for Planting
- November 1: Understanding Indoor Cockroaches + Invasive Tawney Field Cockroach
- December 5: IPM For Clothes Moths And Pantry Moths
For other Cornell Integrated Pest Management events, click here.
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