Since 2017, Katy Lucas, Environmental Education Supervisor at the Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD), has been a driving force in advancing environmental education across the region. In recognition of her outstanding work, Katy has been honored by the Ohio Division of Wildlife with the 2025 Ohio Project WILD Facilitator of the Year Award.
Through her deep dedication to the Project WILD curriculum, Katy has empowered hundreds of teachers to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. Over the past eight years, she has led more than 13 workshops, reaching over 260 educators with engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
“Katy’s work with Project WILD has a ripple effect,” said Alex Pearl, Board President of the Centerville-Washington Park District. “By training educators to bring environmental concepts to life in their classrooms, she’s helping thousands of students better understand and care for the natural world.”
Katy’s passion for environmental literacy extends beyond instructor sessions. She has built strong partnerships with Centerville High School and Wright State University, where she guides pre-service teachers preparing to enter the field. She has also inspired and supported colleagues to become facilitator-trained, expanding the number of qualified Project WILD leaders and increasing access to workshops across the region.
“I’m honored to be a part of this movement to connect educators and students to nature,” said Lucas. “Project WILD provides the skills needed to make decisions that preserve and support conservation efforts.”
The Centerville-Washington Park District is proud to celebrate Katy Lucas’s professional achievements and her outstanding contributions to environmental education, both in our community and beyond.
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