
Mission Critical
Teaching resilience through nature
For over fifty years, Teton Science Schools have connected learners of all ages to their backyards, America’s national parks and the world by inspiring curiosity, engagement and leadership through transformative place-based education.
Learning is in our nature
Teton Science Schools provides place and space for learners who are academically driven, naturally curious and inspired by the great outdoors.
Wildlife Tours
Experience Our Wild Classrooms with a tour to Yellowstone or Grand Teton National Park.
Mountain Academy
Two campuses. Preschool to 12th grade independent school.
Field Groups
Join us for outdoor adventure, hands-on learning and fun. Year-round programming for students across the country.
Teacher Development
Virtual and in-person professional and development opportunities for aspiring and current educators.
Place Network
A collaborative network of rural K-12 schools that connect learning and communities.
Graduate Program
A nine-month immersive, residential learning experience in Grand Teton National Park.
Profiles in Place
Our Blog

Partnership Highlight – Ruch Outdoor Community School
Finding Our Place at Ruch Outdoor Written by Kim Neiswanger, First Grade Teacher, Ruch Outdoor Community School – Originally published in Applegater, an Oregon-based Community Newsmagazine Community SchoolWith a commitment to help students find a sense of purpose and belonging through a deeper connection with the community, Ruch Outdoor Community School has been following a place-… read more