Len Carlman signs on as Chief Philanthropy Officer

34 years after wrapping up his studies as a Teton Science Schools summer High School Field Ecology student, TSS alumnus Len Carlman has joined the staff as Chief Philanthropy Officer. Between then and now he received his undergraduate and law degrees, …

Research Accomplishments and New Adventures

After nearly seven years with the Conservation Research Center (CRC), I’ve learned that the most rewarding accomplishments often come from surprising places. While analysis and data collection are central to research, some of my most meaningful days come from congratulating a seasonal technician on their new full-time position, …

What Does It Mean To Be Number 1?

Wildlife Expeditions joined the Teton Science Schools umbrella of educational programs in 1999. Prior to becoming Wildlife Expeditions (WE), we were know as Great Plains Wildlife Institute (GPWI). GPWI incorporated tourism and wildlife research in a very unique way. …

PLACE Learning and Civic Engagement Program Begins Year 2

In partnership with the University of Wyoming, the year-long Place Learning and Civic Engagement professional development program begins its second year. The PLACE program serves elementary school teachers from Cheyenne, Laramie, Casper, and Saratoga, WY by providing 4 workshops over the course of a calendar year focused on teaching science in a place-based way. …

Marshmallow Mondays and More

At six o’clock pm on a Monday evening, another instructor and I greeted a family in the Welcome Center on the Jackson Campus of Teton Science Schools. The family signed up for Marshmallow Monday, one of our four evening programs that take place throughout the week. …