The Public Education Workgroup of NC One Water is here to support North Carolina families, teachers, and students in discovering the importance of clean water and how it connects to our daily lives, health, environment, and future.
We offer fun, educational, and free programs and resources that spark curiosity, build awareness, and inspire young minds to become tomorrow’s water protectors.
For K–12 Students
We believe learning about water should be exciting and hands-on! Our student programs are designed to encourage creativity, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving.
Model Water Tower Competition
Students work in teams to design and build working water towers using everyday materials. It’s a great way to learn about engineering, water systems, and teamwork.
Committee members attend regional and state science fairs to judge and reward water-related projects. We also nominate outstanding students for the Stockholm Junior Water Prize, an international competition for innovative water science.
We identify and support promising student researchers to compete for this prestigious award, which honors outstanding water-related science projects, and sponsor the State level winner’s attendance at the National Competition.
Every year our Public Education Committee holds poster contests for grades K-8. There are themes each year relating to water and water conservation. Prizes are awarded to the winners of the state poster contest, including certificates and cash prizes.
Early exposure to water education helps children develop a lifelong respect for the environment and understand how water impacts everything- from public health to climate resilience. Whether you're a parent,teacher, or student, we invite you to explore our resources and be part of building a water-smart North Carolina.
