CROTON-ON-HUDSON, NY (May 3, 2025) — More than 180 students and teachers from 14 public and private high schools across Westchester, Putnam, and Ulster counties competed in the 2025 Westchester County Regional Envirothon on April 25 at Croton Point Park, showcasing their environmental science expertise.
The event, featuring 30 teams, tested knowledge in Forestry, Soils and Land Use, Wildlife, Aquatic Ecology, the Current Issue—Roots and Resiliency: Fostering Stewardship in a Canopy of Change—and an Oral Presentation. Winners included Rye Neck, 8R in Forestry; Scarsdale, 6R in Soils and Land Use; Fox Lane, 23R in Wildlife; Lincoln High School, 19R in Current Issue; Rye High School, 10R in Aquatic Ecology; and Rye Country Day, 11R in Oral Presentation. Mount Academy, 16L, was named overall champion, with Rye Neck, 8, as Westchester County winner, Mahopac, 17, as Putnam County winner, and Mount Academy, 16, as Ulster County winner.
“The students’ passion for environmental issues are inspiring,” said Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins. “Congratulations to overall champion, Mount Academy 16L, and to Rye Neck 8, who will represent Westchester County at the New York State Envirothon.” Commissioner Kathy O’Connor of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation added, “Croton Point Park’s rich natural diversity and unique ecological features made it a fantastic setting for the Envirothon.”
Planning Commissioner Blanca P. Lopez noted, “Envirothon is a truly unique educational and competitive program that unites students from various school districts across Westchester and Putnam counties.” Soil and Water Conservation District Chair Suzanne Nolan said, “It has been inspiring to see the commitment of each student participant as they further their knowledge of the environment and resource management.”
The event was co-sponsored by the Westchester County Soil and Water Conservation District and Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation, with support from various organizations, including Rockland and Ulster Counties Soil and Water Conservation Districts, Bronxville Rotary Club, and Westchester Land Trust.
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