Explore the resources and support offered by DarkSky International. Joining this organization is free and can provide valuable insights, networking opportunities, and additional tools to further your club's mission in reducing light pollution. You can also sign up for the newly formed Los Angeles County chapter here.

If your school has environmental advocacy clubs, seek their assistance in promoting dark sky initiatives. They can help in approaching the administration for lighting audits and recommending night-sky-friendly lighting. If no such club exists, consider forming a dedicated night-sky-friendly club. Engage with STEM/STEAM coordinators for a stronger impact.

Raise awareness within your school and local community about reducing light pollution. Organize star-gazing nights, workshops, seminars, or presentations to educate others on the impact of excessive artificial lighting on astronomy and the environment. Plan events like a star party or invite guest speakers.

Reach out to your school administration to present the findings from your lighting audit. Discuss the benefits of reducing light pollution for astronomy enthusiasts and the broader community. Collaboration with school officials is crucial for implementing changes on school grounds.

Connect with city officials or community leaders to discuss your club’s initiative. They may provide support, guidance, or resources to help implement changes. Use municipal regulations or guidelines related to outdoor lighting to your advantage.

Write to elected officials to support dark sky initiatives. Address city and county officials as well as state assembly members and senators. Advocate for the designation of the California Nebula as the state astronomical object, following Oklahoma's example with the Rosette Nebula.

Explore creative ways to raise funds, such as organizing events or seeking sponsorships from local businesses, astronomy organizations, or environmental groups. Look into grants that align with your mission to support your initiatives.

Encourage participation in the Globe at Night program by visiting urban, suburban, and rural areas to estimate sky brightness. Conduct group observations to discuss findings and identify sources of light pollution, such as athletic field lights left on after hours.

Find a motivated student to develop and present an online talk on the local light pollution issue.  Information on the application process can be found here.

Begin by assessing the current lighting around your school and neighborhood. Identify excessive or unnecessary lighting and areas for improvement. Extend the audit to include nearby homes and areas. Consider organizing workshops to teach students how to participate in the Globe at Night program, enhancing their understanding of light pollution and contributing valuable data to this global citizen science project.

Prepare for International Dark Sky Week, celebrated in April, by drafting sample resolutions for key stakeholders. Start in December, ensuring continuous follow-ups to keep the issue a priority. Organize educational events during IDSW to highlight your club’s initiatives and engage withlike-minded individuals and organizations.  DarkSky International has many resources to help get started:  a video, as well as many updated sample letters found on the DSI website.