Teton Science Schools: 2011 Catalog

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High School Field Ecology

Field Natural History

Lights, Camera, Jackson!

The Ultimate Yellowstone Adventure

Wyoming Wildlife Wonders

The Game of Life

Teton Champions

Middle School Field Ecology

Pics in the Park

Surviving Jackson Hole

Earth Heroes

Trails, Tents & Canoes

Build It, Break It!

Adventures in Etiquette

Paint the Park

Super Stream Team

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Journeys School Enrichment Practical applications of subjects such as language, arts, economics and science.

Teton Junior Science School Traditional youth adventures designed to explore science in the outdoors.

Service Learning Service projects may meet requirements of school or youth groups.

Flat Water Canoeing Equipment and instruction will be provided on area lake.

Lodging Overnight Lodging and meals provided at one of our campus locations.

Camping Overnight Tent camping and meals provided at established campground.

Backpacking Overnight Tent camping and meals provided at backcountry location.

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Summer Selector .................................................. 1–2 Table of Contents ...................................................... 3 What’s New in 2011 .................................................. 4 Educational Programs Summer Youth Adventures ......................... 5–10 Teton Valley Summer Youth Adventures ........ 11 Adult & Family .................................................... 12 Road Scholar ...................................................... 13 (formerly Elderhostel)

Partner Programs .............................................. 14 Facilities & Instructors ....................................... 15 Wildlife Expeditions ................................................ 16 Teacher Learning Center ....................................... 17 Graduate Program .................................................. 18 Journeys School ...................................................... 19 Conservation Research Center ............................ 20 Registration Information ....................................... 21 Support Us ............................................................... 22

TETON SCIENCE SCHOOLS are excited to announce a great summer lineup once again this year. With more than 100 adventures being offered to learners of all ages, there is truly something for all the outdoor adventurers in your family. Many of these offerings have been made possible with the tremendous support we receive from partners, and we want to extend a special thanks to each and every one of them!

Online Registration

Extended Day – AM/PM

Introduced last year, online registration has become a secure and convenient way to register regardless of day of week or time of day. Registration for most adventures can be found at www.tetonscience.org.

This year, Extended Day will allow children entering Kindergarten through Grade 6 supervised, unstructured playtime before and after traditional summer adventure hours.

Summer Selector New this year is the Summer Selector. This two page dashboard was designed to make choosing the right adventure easier than ever by organizing who, what, where and when in one location.

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Teton Valley, Idaho With more adventurers than ever coming from both sides of Teton Pass, we are excited to offer a selection of adventures in Teton Valley, Idaho. Look for these offerings for students entering Grades 1–4. Page 11

Cover photograph © Neal Henderson, reactionphoto.com

Extended Day AM: 7:45 am–8:30 am at an additional cost of $37.50 per week Extended Day PM: 3:00 pm–5:15 pm at an additional cost of $75 per week

Optional Overnight Students in Grades 7–9 come from Jackson Hole and across the country. Recognizing the need some of these adventurers have for overnight lodging and meals, this option has been added to one new offering this year. See descriptions for Lights, Camera, Jackson! Page 10

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Entering Kindergarten All programs run 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday – Friday Immerse your children in exploration of nature through structured play and learning on the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools. Imaginations will thrive as youngsters dig and hike in the forests and open space surrounding the PreKindergarten classrooms of Journeys School and enjoy one excursion off-campus. Your children will be encouraged to become active and at ease outdoors while learning that the natural world provides endless adventures. Each week brings a new theme with instructors and special guests providing natural interpretation.

Participants must be entering Kindergarten and age 5 by December 31, 2011.

• Nature Art

Create works of art with materials like leaves, sticks, bark and rocks.

June 20–June 24

$299 (5 days)

• Mini Mammals

Discover the universe of voles, squirrels, chipmunks, badgers and foxes.

June 27–July 1

$299 (5 days)

Find, create and enjoy colorful wildflowers.

July 4–July 8

$299 (5 days)

• Tracker Training

Search for tracks on campus and even create your own.

July 11–July 15

$299 (5 days)

• Homes & Hideaways

Examine natural habitats and create forts using natural materials.

July 18–July 22

$299 (5 days)

• Water World

Explore wild water worlds and the creatures that call them home.

July 25–July 29

$299 (5 days)

• Incredible Insects

Discover adaptations of insects and the key roles they play in the natural world.

August 1–August 5

$299 (5 days)

• Mega Mammals

Learn about the habits and adaptations of moose, bears, elk and bison.

August 8–August 12

$299 (5 days)

• Wonderful Wildflowers

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Adventuras en Español

Call of the Wild

Explorers

June 20–24, July 25–29

June 27–Jul 1, August 1–5

July 4–8, August 8–12

8:30 am–3:00 pm

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You already know “hola” and “adios,” and maybe more, but do you know what “adventura” means? Adventure!

Come play, act, sing, dance and learn in Spanish. At this camp, Español comes easily because you are having fun. At the end of the week you will be ready to show us what you know at the final fabulous fiesta and proudly say: “hablo español!”

Have you ever wondered how a bear finds enough food to eat or where a moose sleeps for the night? Investigate the wild world of Jackson Hole by following tracks, turning over rocks and exploring streams.

Use your senses and the tools of a naturalist to explore the homes and habitats of our animal neighbors.

You already have the tools to be an explorer! Follow your senses and your curiosity on an adventure through the wild lands of Jackson Hole. See the world in a new way, exploring the big and small and the near and far using magnifying glasses, binoculars and field guides. Get down and dirty studying the world beneath your feet and honing your naturalist skills.

$299 (5 days)

$299 (5 days)

Wet, Wonderful World

Tracks & Trails

Play Team

July 11–15, August 15–19

July 18–22, August 22–26

8:30 am–3:00 pm

8:30 am–3:00 pm

Imagine what it would be like to live your entire life under, on or near the water. What adaptations would you need to survive? Join us to answer this question by collecting critters, observing beaver dams and finding tracks along the water’s edge. We will investigate the animals and plants that inhabit our streams, rivers and wetlands.

Have you ever found animal signs and wondered who left them behind?

Have you ever seen the leftovers of a squirrel’s dinner? Have you ever looked down a trail of animal tracks and wondered where it leads? Join us on a safari across Jackson Hole to learn about the grand animals that grace this beautiful landscape and the stories their tracks share.

Offered Weekly Monday–Friday, June 20–August 26, 8:30 am–3:00 pm (Except June 27–July 1)

$299 (5 days)

$299 (5 days)

$395 (5 days)

Grades 1–4

Play Team is a place where you can play and have fun. Let your imagination go wild this summer creating, exploring and playing in the outdoors. This unique program acknowledges the need for increased unstructured playtime in children’s lives and provides the perfect location for kids to just have fun at the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools. $215 (5 days)

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3 &4 Mad Scientists

Mundo Español

Mighty Stewards

June 20–24, July 25–29

June 27–July 1

July 4–8, August 8–12

8:30 am–3:00 pm

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Put on your lab coat and goggles and get ready to make a mess! Ask glowing questions, propose messy hypotheses, develop dirty methods and collect goopy data during a week full of science experiments. Have you ever seen a bouncing egg or a flying film canister? Have you ever wondered how to make a bottle into a rocket, build a simple machine or make a tornado? Come investigate with us and create your own science experiments.

Español is fun! Enjoy being immersed in the world of Español through natural and cultural activities including language, arts and outdoor exploration. It will be easy and "divertido" to build on your Spanish skills while singing, playing, hiking, cooking and dancing. Show off your skills at the end the week with a fabulous fiesta.

Do you know your own power? Grab your gloves and a friend and find out just how much kids can change the world in a week! Help build trails, destroy invasive weeds and turn compost. Team up with friends new and old to have fun and make a difference for plants, animals and people in Jackson Hole.

$395 (5 days)

$225 (5 days)

$395 (5 days)

Play Team

Grades 1–4

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Super Stream Team July 11–15, August 15–19 8:30 am–3:00 pm Put on your water shoes, push up your sleeves and prepare to discover a whole new world—the world at the water’s edge. Collect insects that live all or part of their lives in water, look for tracks and other signs of animals visiting the riverbed and get to know the critters that make their homes in the water. You’re bound to get your hands dirty and your feet wet as you complete your watery mission! $299 (5 days) 7

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Adventures in Etiquette August 1–5 8:30 am–3:00 pm

Paint the Park

Grand Teton National Park is one of nature’s masterpieces where shapes, colors and patterns are all around you. Have fun capturing them through drawing, painting, sculpture and writing.

Expand your palette when you use art materials found in nature such as leaves, sticks, bark and rocks to inspire and create your art.

What would you do if you had to shake hands with the president, eat dinner with a rock star or entertain a foreign guest?

Come learn the best ways to make a first impression, make someone feel welcome and have a conversation with someone new. In a fun and interactive environment, learn and practice etiquette related to greetings, basic manners, courtesy, communication skills, dining skills and table manners. End the week with a formal luncheon where you share your new skills with others.

$299 (5 days)

$395 (5 days)

July 18–22, August 22–26 8:30 am–3:00 pm

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Grades

5&6 Build It, Break It!

Trails, Tents and Canoes

Earth Heroes

July 4–8, August 8–12

July 11–15, August 15–19

July 18–22, August 22–26

8:30 am–3:00 pm

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Play with construction and destruction using fun tools, materials and teamwork.

Pit your creations against the elements and other engineers. How much weight can your bridge hold? Can you build something that will withstand the other teams’ methods of destruction? How long can a raft made of recycled materials stay afloat? Experiment with creative designs and become a master engineer!

Get your hands dirty and feet wet as you travel on foot and by boat to investigate the animals and plants that inhabit our waterways. Learn the story of how our lakes were formed while practicing paddling skills and making new friends.

After a day of canoeing, you will camp Thursday night at Jackson Lake and spend the evening eating dinner and watching the sun set.

Overgrown trails, invasive species and discarded trash are no match for the Earth Heroes! Team up with your friends, grab a tool and make a difference in the valley. Summon your group’s powers to do good in the world and, for your efforts, end the day feeling happily exhausted and proud of your accomplishments.

$299 (5 days)

$340 (5 days, 1 night)

$225 (5 days)

Pics in the Park August 1–5

Surviving Jackson Hole July 25–29

8:30 am–3:00 pm

Can you hack it?

You’ve come to the right national park!

Everything from awesome animals to pretty plants begs to be captured by camera. Learn how to take intriguing pictures then use editing software to polish them for presentation on Teton Science Schools’ online photo album and in an end-of-the-week art show. The best camera is the one you have with you so bring what you have, all cameras welcome including camera phones.

$299 (5 days)

$395 (5 days)

8:30 am–3:00 pm Could you survive in the wild? In this course you will master crucial survival skills such as making a fire, building a shelter, finding food and water, tracking animals and identifying uses for local plants. Each day is a new challenge for survival.

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7 to 9 Middle School Field Ecology

Teton Champions

The Game of Life

Grades 7–9, June 19–30

Grades 7–9, July 4–8, August 1–5

Grades 7–9, July 11–15

Join students from around the country in a growing leadership movement that connects youth to nature. Hike and canoe through the mountains of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem while sharing ideas to impact your generation. This “once in a lifetime experience” is based at the Kelly Campus of Teton Science Schools and includes seven nights on campus and four nights camping in a backcountry setting.

8:30 am–3:00 pm

8:30 am–3:00 pm

Lace up your sneakers and come ready for laughs, fun and some friendly competition. This week will be full of sports, games and challenges including tug-of-war, relay races, kickball, soccer, four-square, obstacle courses and games created by you to determine the title of Champion of the Tetons.

Do not pass go, do not collect $200. Go directly to the bank where the amount in your virtual account depends on how well you manage your money. Luck will decide how your virtual life begins, but you will need all your skills to turn it into your greatest dreams. This interactive program puts you in the driver’s seat while you manage your resources and interact with members of the Jackson Hole business community. Will you be able to buy a dream car? Bargain with a local car dealer. Can you afford to buy a house? Visit a real estate agent. Do you have money to support a worthy cause, go on a fabulous vacation or start your own business? Manage your money right and you just might…win it all!

$299 (5 days)

$1500 (12 days, 11 nights)

Wyoming Wildlife Wonders (Girl Scouts of the USA) Ages 13–15, July 24–30, overnight Do you want to change the world? There is no better place to find inspiration than in Yellowstone, our first national park or at the base of the Tetons, where the Wilderness Act was envisioned. Teton Science Schools have worked with Girl Scouts since 2001 to offer this program to scouts from across the world. Give back through science and service and explore careers that promote sustainable ecosystems. Develop leadership skills to influence change in your home and beyond. $898 (7 days, 6 nights)

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$395 (5 days)

Grades

9 t o 12 The Ultimate Yellowstone Adventure

Field Natural History

Grades 7–9, August 7–16 Have you been on a canoe camping trip?

What part of Yellowstone do you want to see? Join a group of adventuring teens and help plan a canoe overnight camping trip and four days of Yellowstone exploration.

This ten-day adventure, designed by teens for teens, is one you won’t want to miss.

Develop your skills as a field naturalist in the tradition of Aldo Leopold, John Muir and the Murie family. Hike and canoe while viewing the magnificent wildlife and diverse landscapes of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.

Creatively express your understanding of the natural world through art, writing, and discovery-based scientific research. High School credit received through Journeys School of Teton Science Schools. This program is based at the Kelly Campus of Teton Science Schools and includes eight nights in lodges, five nights camping in a backcountry setting and six nights camping in Yellowstone.

$1250 (10 days, 9 nights)

$2800 (20 days, 19 nights)

Lights, Camera, Jackson!

High School Field Ecology

Grades 7–9, July 17–25, optional overnight

Grades 11–12+, July 3–Jul 29

8:30 am–3:00 pm Though you may imagine Hollywood has it all, the tools and tricks for creating your own professional-grade short film are all available here in Jackson Hole! Explore the Tetons from behind the lens of a camera and learn how to edit your own videos and pictures to make an original creation. Experiment with digital cameras, handheld video cameras, smart phones and other devices. End the program with a film festival to see what others have dreamed up. We will have a variety of cameras for you to use, and you are also welcome to bring your own.

Join the 44th edition of this flagship summer program for students interested in ecology and applied field research. Immerse yourself in the study of the natural sciences in one of the most beautiful and ecologically-complex places in North America.

Sharpen your critical and analytical scientific skills through extended group field-research addressing a current conservation issue. High School credit received through Journeys School of Teton Science Schools. This program is based at the Kelly Campus of Teton Science Schools and includes thirteen nights in lodges, three nights camping at a backcountry field research station, four nights camping in Yellowstone and six nights backcountry camping.

$710 (9 days)

$3780 (27 days, 26 nights)

Grades 9–11, July 10–July 29

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Entering Grades 1-4

Art in the Outdoors

Mighty Stewards

July 4–Jul 8

July 11–July 15, July 25–July 29

Shorten the morning and afternoon commute for your young adventurers by dropping them off in Teton Valley, Idaho for a place-based experience in their own backyard. Each of these programs will be custom-tailored to take advantage of the unique opportunities available in this community.

8:30 am–3:00 pm

8:30 am–3:00 pm

Teton Valley is one of nature’s masterpieces where shapes, colors and patterns are all around you. Have fun capturing them through drawing, painting, sculpture and writing. Expand your palette when you use art materials found in nature, like leaves, sticks, bark and rocks to inspire and create your art.

Do you know your own power? Grab your gloves and a friend and find out just how much kids can change the world in a week! Help build trails, destroy invasive weeds and turn compost. Team up with friends new and old to have fun and make a difference for plants, animals and people in Teton Valley.

$299 (5 days)

$225 (5 days)

Mad Scientists July 18–Jul 22 8:30 am–3:00 pm Put on your lab coat and goggles and get ready to make a mess! Ask glowing questions, propose messy hypotheses, develop dirty methods and collect goopy data during a week full of science experiments. Have you ever wondered how to make a bottle into a rocket, build a simple machine or make a tornado?

Come investigate with us and create your own science experiment. $395 (5 days)

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Evening Hike and Campfire

Evening Canoe and Picnic

Marshmallow Mondays

Water Wednesdays

June 13, 20, 27 – July 4, 11, 18, 25 – August 1, 8, 15, 22

June 15, 22, 29 – July 6, 13, 20, 27 – August 3, 10, 17, 24

Jackson Campus, 6:00 pm–9:00 pm

Jackson Campus, 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

Bring your family to the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools to learn how to navigate using a Global Positioning System (GPS). You and your family will use GPS to navigate our scenic trails, solve a scavenger hunt and learn about the cultural and natural history of Coyote Canyon. End the night relaxing by a fire and roasting marshmallows.

Join us for a paddle on a pristine waterway in Jackson Hole. We will provide transportation from the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools, supply canoeing gear and teach basic paddling skills. Enjoy breathtaking views, encounter magnificent wildlife and find the perfect location for a light picnic dinner on the shore.

Adult: $60 and Child 6–17: $40

Adult: $15 and Child 6–17: $15

Bird Banding and Breakfast Feathered Fridays June 24 – July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – August 5, 12 Kelly Campus, 7:00 am–10:30 am Help our team of bird researchers with the international Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) Program during a unique opportunity to see and study the birds of Jackson Hole. This popular early-morning activity is an ideal blend of science and education for the outdoor learning family, and includes a hot breakfast.

Adult: $30 and Child 3–17: $20

See Inclement Weather Policy on page 21.

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Road Scholar (formerly Elderhostel) has served as the worldwide leader among education and travel organizations for adults since 1975. Teton Science Schools are proud to have partnered with Road Scholar for over 20 years, and this year 12 Road Scholar programs are being offered. The following six day/five night adventures are being offered through the summer of 2011.

Register at www.roadscholar.org or 1.877.426.8056.

“Snow”pourri: Winter in Jackson Hole and the Tetons #18292

Intergenerational: Generations Serving the Wild Lands of the Tetons #16168

February 13 – February 18

June 19 – June 24

Hiking Jackson Hole: Grand Teton Ecosystem Studies #15399

Intergenerational: Wyoming’s Watchable Wildlife and Ecological Explorations #13668

May 28 – June 2, August 28 – September 2

June 26 – July 1

Grand Teton Ornithology #15955

Canyons and Canoes in the Tetons: An Intergenerational Adventure #17688

May 28 – June 2

August 15 – August 20

Intergenerational: Hands and Hearts in Jackson Hole #13684 June 8 – June 13

Mountains, Magma and Ice: Geology of the Teton and Yellowstone Regions #14180 August 21 – August 26

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School and Youth Groups Teton Science Schools provide year-round, custom educational programs for student and youth groups from across the country.

Typically three to seven days in length, these programs are developed collaboratively with school leaders, assuring that educational standards and objectives are integrated into program design. Students stay in dormitory-style buildings on the Jackson Campus or in historic cabins on the Kelly Campus while exploring Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.

Partner Programs Teton Science Schools partner with numerous organizations around the country to provide exciting learning experiences ranging from college courses to programs for military families.

If you are interested in creating a college program or partnership with Teton Science Schools, contact info@tetonscience.org.

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Jackson Campus

Instructors

Located in Coyote Canyon less than two miles from the town of Jackson, this campus is nestled on a nearly 900-acre site comprised of creeks, ponds, aspen, conifer and sage habitats. All buildings were designed and built using high-performance materials with low-level organic compounds and using minimal resources. Natural lighting and innovation in space design have resulted in an environment that benefits all who live, work and visit here.

The Field Science Education Team is comprised of professionals dedicated to creating fun and educational experiences for participants of all ages from around the country and the world. All instructors are at least 21 years old and many have advanced degrees in science and education. Each member of our teaching team completes a thorough application process including interviews, reference checks, drug testing and driving and criminal background checks.

All members of our teaching team also receive extensive and ongoing training in risk management, driving, first aid, CPR, teaching methods and the cultural and natural history of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Our team is excited to welcome you as part of our family and to share amazing educational adventures in the mountains and valleys of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. If you are interested in joining our team, please visit our website for details about position openings and Teton Science Schools’ Graduate Program.

Kelly Campus Located inside Grand Teton National Park, this is the longtime home of Teton Science Schools. From here one may enjoy views extending from the foot of the Gros Ventre Mountains through the sage flats of Jackson Hole and across the Snake River to the majestic Teton Range. This campus includes two bunkhousestyle dormitories and the Murie Museum, a world renowned collection of specimens representing most families of North American mammals and plants.

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Connecting people and nature through responsible wildlife observation and natural history explorations.

• Nonprofit Organization You will support an educational nonprofit founded in 1967 while benefiting from decades of field and conservation experience.

• Local Biologists You will learn from a wildlife biologist trained by researchers and networked with others to monitor wildlife activity.

• Custom Vehicles You will travel in one of twelve comfortable safari-style vehicles with roof hatches, sliding windows and unobstructed views.

• Ecofriendly Adventures You will enjoy healthy snacks or lunch from regional providers and take home a reusable mug or water bottle.

GRAND TETON AND YELLOWSTONE EXPEDITIONS DEPARTING DAILY GRAND TETON EXPEDITIONS Sunrise Expedition - Year-round, 4 hours Sunset Expedition - Year-round, 4 hours Wildlife Discovery Expedition - Year-round, 8 hours Scenic Float and Wildlife Expedition - Late May–Early September, 7 hours Wildwater and Wildlife Expedition - Late May–Early September, 8 hours Wildlife, Art and Sleigh Expedition - Mid-December–Early April, 8 hours YELLOWSTONE EXPEDITIONS Old Faithful Expedition - Mid May–Early November, 10–12 hours Lower Loop Expedition - Mid May–Early November, 12–14 hours WWW.WILDLIFEEXPEDITIONS.ORG | 307.733.2623

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Engaging teachers, parents and organizational leaders in professional development that integrates educational excellence, innovation, leadership and place.

• Workshops The Teacher Learning Center offers a wide array of professional development opportunities designed for teachers and administrators in public and independent schools.

• Conferences Campus buildings offer flexible meeting, dining and lodging space for intimate gatherings or larger groups of up to 300 people for conferences of teachers, administrators and other educational professionals.

• Customized Experiences Experiences include visits to our facilities in Jackson Hole and on-site training at schools across the country and the world.

For example, Teton Science Schools' faculty recently led a two-day workshop on Place-Based Education for the teachers at the Episcopal School of Arcadiana on-site at their school in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Place-Based Professional Development for Teachers, Administrators and Educational Leaders

Wyoming Stream Team June 26 – July 1 This classroom and field-based course is available to teachers and educators of Wyoming and neighboring watersheds. The program focuses on training in water quality monitoring and includes monitoring supplies, meals, lodging, and two graduate credits, funded by a grant from the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality. Participants will build the foundation to initiate monitoring projects in their home communities.

The workshop will culminate in a full day of hands-on stream testing. Participants will receive a full set of monitoring equipment upon completion of the workshop and will be eligible for a follow-up visit during the academic year from Wyoming Stream Team staff to assist in their monitoring projects. Based at the Kelly Campus of Teton Science Schools. $100 (6 days, 5 nights)

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Integrating ecology and place-based teaching to develop innovative leaders in science and education.

• Field Ecology You will learn to how to address complex ecological and conservation issues, processes and systems.

• Experiential Education You will become a skilled place-based educator who uses varied instructional strategies and assessment tools to create positive, hands-on learning for students.

• Outdoor Leadership You will build effective communication techniques that demonstrate clear leadership and organizational management in outdoor settings.

• Community Building You will enjoy living among a community of committed individuals who share educational ideas, reflect on their profession and practice sustainable living on local and global scales.

One Year of Challenging Academics and Field Teaching in Grand Teton National Park Specific master’s level credits are accepted at one of these partnering universities:

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Integrating ecology, culture and community to ensure academic excellence and personal success for Pre-K through 12th Grade students in a college preparatory, independent school setting.

• Academic Excellence Strong college-preparatory, academic program guided by both critical knowledge and core competencies.

• Extraordinary Relationships Commitment to supportive relationships among students, teachers and parents.

• Place-Based Education Understanding of ecological and cultural communities on local and global scales.

• Global Citizenship Preparing students to learn, communicate and thrive in a diverse, global community.

Celebrating Our First 10 Years

Offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program Journeys School was accredited by the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools in 2006 and is accredited to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for Grades 11 and 12.

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Promoting natural resource stewardship through research and education.

• Research Examining and monitoring ecosystem responses to change through applied, relevant and scientifically rigorous studies. Results of our work are shared with resource managers, planners, scientific peers and the public.

• Contract Stewardship Offering professionally-trained and experienced staff to assist landowners in developing a conservation ethic that improves the wildlife habitat and ecological health of their properties.

• Education Introducing students and teachers to ecological research, the scientific process and land stewardship through creative, hands-on programs.

Contract Stewardship Our Contract Stewardship Program evolved due to increasing requests for assistance from landowners and land managers seeking to balance the needs of wildlife, natural resources and people. We offer expertise in the following areas: Field Research Land Use Planning Property Management

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Program Size and Location: Typical program size varies from 12-15 participants per session. All programs meet at the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools unless specifically noted in description.

Space is Limited: Registrations will be processed in the order they are received and must be accompanied by full payment for most programs. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express as well as money orders or personal checks. An acceptance packet with all pertinent details will be sent to confirm your enrollment. Need-based financial aid is available for most programs.

Switch Policy: Once registration is complete for a summer youth, adult or family adventure, a $10 nonrefundable administrative fee will be assessed per adventure that is switched to a different date or adventure.

Cancellation Policy: If you cancel, a refund will be issued up to 30 days prior to the start date, less a $25 administrative fee per program. If cancellation is less than 30 days prior to start date, refunds will not be issued. Although we make every effort to adhere to our program schedule, extenuating circumstances may cause Teton Science Schools to cancel a program, in which case a full refund will be issued.

Adult & Family Adventures Inclement Weather Policy: Adult & Family Adventures will be adapted to any weather condition. Please bring closedtoed shoes and appropriate outdoor gear for the weather forecast. Evening Canoe and Picnic will depart campus in any weather and make a final decision about canoeing at the lake. If the weather is not conducive for canoeing, the group will hike or enjoy a wildlife tour through the park. If there is a threat of bad weather, families may choose to opt out of a program with a full refund up to thirty minutes prior to the program.

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Teton Science Schools depend on your generous support!

Teton Science Schools rely on the generosity of alumni, parents, grandparents, parents of alumni, faculty, trustees, friends and foundations to help us meet our operating costs.

Donations to our Annual Fund cover 21% of our yearly operating expenses. Tuition and fees fund 60%, auxiliary revenue (rentals, special events, etc.) 18% and earnings from endowment 1%.

Teton Science Schools have scored a four-star rating for seven consecutive years with Charity Navigator.

Please make your donation today! www.tetonscience.org/support or 307.733.1313 Volunteer Teton Science Schools have many volunteer opportunities available throughout the year. Opportunities include stewardship, maintenance and administrative projects at both campuses of Teton Science Schools. If you would like to volunteer please call 307.733.1313 or email volunteer@tetonscience.org.

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Teton Science Schools 700 Coyote Canyon Road Jackson, WY 83001

Summer Registration Now Open! www.tetonscience.org 307.733.1313

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Teton Science Schools are a private, 501 (c)(3) non-profit educational organization operating year-round in Jackson Hole, Wyoming in partnership with Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks and as a permittee of the Bridger-Teton National Forest.

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