STUDENT IMPACT

Benefits for Students

Each year, NC State University researchers evaluate Muddy Sneakers partnerships’ impact on the students and teachers we serve.

Etowah Elementary School students listen attentively to their Muddy Sneakers Instructor during a Matter expedition on their own school grounds.

NC State University’s evaluation of Muddy Sneakers is distributed to teachers twice a year and to students once at the end of the program. Below are findings from the most recent report.

STUDENTS REPORTED:

After Muddy Sneakers,

80%

reported wanting to spend more time outside.

After Muddy Sneakers,

84%

reported wanting to protect nature.

70%

said Muddy Sneakers made them better at solving problems

Valle Crucis Elementary School Students look at a map of Julian Price Memorial Park Trail System during a Muddy Sneakers Expedition