Teaching Wildfire Science with Google Earth Engine: A Place-Based Project from Bhutan
Written by Alex Sivitskis, Teton Science Schools Education Research Faculty and Professional Learning Coach
We’re excited to share a new publication that highlights how place-based learning and geospatial technology are coming together for students in Bhutan. …
Beyond the Big 5
While bears, wolves, elk, bison, and moose often steal the spotlight in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE), a closer look reveals a vibrant world teeming with some fascinating, lesser-known creatures. This August, as the summer hums along, …
Roar of The Rut: Bison Mating Season
August in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is a time of incredible natural spectacle, and for many, the highlight is the thundering drama of the bison rut. As the peak of summer unfolds, these magnificent animals engage in their annual mating season, …
Jack Shea Innovation Fund Supports Teacher-Led Place-Based Initiatives at Mountain Academy
Written by Katie Rose Griffith, Farm and Garden Coordinator, Mountain Academy Teton Valley Campus
Over the past six years, the Jack Shea Innovation Fund has been a gift to my programming, providing vital equipment and funding for hands-on learning in our farming, …
Did You Know? Plein Air Paintings on Display at the Welcome Center
Next time you stop by the Jackson Campus Welcome Center, take a moment to look around; you’ll find a beautiful collection of plein air paintings by local artists who share a deep love for Wyoming’s wild and open spaces. …
What to Pack for Summer Backpacking in the Tetons
Written by Brendan Barnard, Program Coordinator – Camping
June in the Tetons means it’s time to finally pull out that summer backpacking and camping gear and prepare to explore the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem on foot! …
Explore Grand Teton and Yellowstone with Road Scholar and Teton Science Schools
— An Unforgettable Learning Adventure for Lifelong Explorers —
Teton Science Schools is proud to partner with Road Scholar to offer a one-of-a-kind learning adventure in the heart of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. …
Can You See Wolves in Jackson Hole?
Dreaming of a wolf sighting in the American West? Good news! You can absolutely see wolves in the wild near Jackson Hole, Wyoming, particularly within the vast landscapes of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. …
July Wildflower Guide
July in Grand Teton National Park is a time when the landscape truly bursts into a vibrant tapestry of color. At Wildlife Expeditions of Teton Science Schools, we’re not just passionate about wildlife; we’re also captivated by the dazzling display of wildflowers that blanket the meadows, …
Rooted in Place, Growing with Purpose: Mountain Academy’s Teton Valley Campus
Tucked in the middle of Victor, Idaho, the Mountain Academy Teton Valley Campus is more than just a school; it’s a learning community rooted in curiosity, compassion, and a deep connection to place. As we participate in this year’s Tin Cup Challenge, …