Rare Piebald Elk Spotted on the National Elk Refuge in Jackson Hole

“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?” — Dr. Seuss
On the National Elk Refuge this winter, there’s one elk that’s especially hard to miss.
If you’ve noticed an elk with a patchy white coat among the herd, …
Michael Thompson Community Conversation: The Pressured Child

Teton Science Schools invites parents, educators, and community members to join us for a meaningful evening of conversation with Dr. Michael Thompson, a nationally recognized clinical psychologist, author, and speaker. This community conversation, …
Become a Wildlife Scientist This Winter: Weekends in the Park for 5th Graders

This winter and spring, Teton Science Schools invites curious 5th graders to step into the role of wildlife scientist through Weekends in the Park, a three-day, two-night adventure rooted in science, exploration, and discovery in and around Grand Teton National Park. …
Where to See Wolves in Yellowstone This Winter (And What to Expect)

Winter in Yellowstone is nothing short of magical. Snow blankets the landscape, steam rises from thermal basins, and with the crowds of summer long gone, the park’s quieter months offer unmatched opportunities for wildlife viewing, …
How Yellowstone Wildlife Survives the Cold: Fascinating Winter Adaptations of Wolves, Elk & More

While much of the country slows down in winter, Yellowstone National Park transforms into a stark, stunning frozen landscape, home to resilient wildlife. Snow blankets the valleys, geysers steam in the cold, and tracks in the snow hint at the quiet drama unfolding across the park. …
Building a Culture of Connection at Mountain Academy

Building a Culture of Connection at Mountain Academy
At Mountain Academy, community isn’t just something we talk about; it’s something we live every single day. Our students are part of a warm, tight-knit school where every child is seen, …
Why Yellowstone in Winter Is the Best Time to Visit

If you ask our guides when Yellowstone truly feels wild, we’ll point you to the stretch between December and March. With roads groomed for over-snow travel, steam rising off the Firehole River, and wolf tracks stitched across fresh powder, …
Yellowstone in Winter: Your Ultimate Wildlife Spotting Guide

Winter strips Yellowstone to the essentials: snow, steam, and tracks that read like a story. With most park roads closed to regular vehicles, guided snowcoach tours in Yellowstone National Park are the safe and efficient way to reach the interior. …
Teton Science Schools 2025 Annual Report

Each year, Teton Science Schools’ story unfolds in new ways, across generations, campuses, and landscapes.
This year, we invite you to explore highlights that reflect who we are and where we’re headed: connecting people, …
Place-Based Education 2024-25 Annual Report

This year, Professional Learning continued to strengthen partnerships with schools, educators, and organizations across the country and around the world. Together, we advanced our shared vision that place-based education can inspire meaningful learning and foster thriving communities. …