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In service of the Academy's core mission - to explore, explain and protect the natural world - we've significantly expanded our range of teacher and student offerings. Plan the perfect field trip, check out our new curriculum-based resources, browse our growing catalog of classes and workshops, and connect and share ideas with other educators. If you have any suggestions or comments, please feel free to

In the Teacher's Lounge
News from the Naturalist Center January 6, 2009
 In case any of you are unfamiliar with the Naturalist Center, I’d like to introduce this wonderful space, a hidden treasure on the 3rd floor of the museum. Stocked with juvenile literature, videos, dvds, and specimens representing the main research divisions of the Academy, the Naturalist Center has some great FREE resources available for teachers and students. More
International Year of Astronomy December 31, 2008
 People all across the globe will look towards the sky in 2009, proclaimed the International Year of Astronomy (IYA) by both the International Astronomical Union and the United Nations. Although the San Francisco fog often obscures the night sky, don’t let that stop you from teaching your students about the contents of the universe — and how they too can observe the heavenly bodies with ease. More
Bad News For Tuna Lovers December 4, 2008
 Protecting the sustainability of life on Earth is at the forefront of the Academy’s mission, but there is often a stated conflict between commercial interests and conservation groups. The plight of the bluefin tuna is a prime example.More

Special Programs

Careers in Science
Know a teen with a passion for science? Learn more about our high school internship program. Applications available Spring, 2009.

Reservation Update

Field trips slots for the 2008-2009 school year have been filled. Registration for academic year 2009-2010 will not open until summer 2009. Please check back in with us in late May for detailed instructions!


Spaces are available for teacher professional development workshops. To book a workshop:
 (800) 794-7576

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TEACHER INSTITUTE ON SCIENCE
AND SUSTAINABILITY

Dedicate yourself to becoming an environmental expert! The Academy is offering a new 2-year professional development program for science teachers. Learn More


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FEATURED RESOURCES

Sustainable Fishing in the Philippines
Grades: 3-8
Exhibit: Philippine Coral Reef

Mapping Mockingbirds
Grades: 6-12
Exhibit: Islands of Evolution

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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

Exhibits Workshop
January 21, 2008
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
 

Coral Reef Workshop
January 24, 2008
Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm
 
 
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