
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

Hearth and Home
The spirit of the Muries remains ever strong, exemplified through a remarkable honor bestowed upon long-time Murie Ranch Docent, Dan McIlhenny in 2021. Grand Teton National Park Chief of Interpretation and Partnerships Vicki Mates awarded Murie Ranch’s “Docent Dan” McIlhenny the prestigious title of Honorary Interpretive Park Ranger this fall. McIlhenny announced his retirement in… read more