Cathy Jordan

Introduction

Dr. Cathy Jordan, pediatric neuropsychologist by training, is a Professor of Pediatrics as well as a Senior Scientist at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB). At MIDB, Cathy is developing an initiative to advance nature-based learning and supporting the development of "Flourish," a research and research translation pediatric integrative brain health initiative. 

Cathy was previously the Institute on the Environment's Director for Leadership and Sustainability Education. She also serves as the consulting Director of Research for the Children & Nature Network, a national nonprofit leading a global movement to increase equitable access to nature so that children – and natural places – can thrive. In this role, Cathy leads efforts to make the burgeoning body of research evidence on nature's benefits accessible and understandable to diverse audiences. 

Cathy co-founded and co-facilitates the Teacher Field School, an intensive, nature-immersed professional development program to enhance the knowledge, skills and confidence of MN K-6th grade teachers in utilizing nature-based education - teaching in, with and through nature, across the curriculum.