Foundations and Innovations with Jackson Hole High School
The best of traditions build upon historic foundations of success and continue to innovate. Jackson Hole High Schools’ Art and Literature in Nature is a perfect example of the best of traditions. Building upon 37 years of history, …
Teacher Spotlight: Pat Taylor of Saratoga Middle & High School
Pat Taylor, long-time friend of Teton Science Schools, recently announced that she is retiring. While she was here with the Saratoga 8th grade students in April, I interviewed her about her experiences with Teton Science Schools over the years and her plans for the future. …
Climate Change – Alpine Ecosystems Need a New Playbook
Contemporary climate change has re-written the rules of extinction. While some species may move upslope to beat the heat, their food sources or preferred habitats may not follow. With continued warming projected, conservation in alpine ecosystems requires a new approach. …
Sounds of Spring
The sense of sight is one of the strongest for humans. I challenge you to use your ears. Next time you have a “quiet” moment; close your eyes and listen for some of our wild neighbors. …
Why Be Bothered With Aspen?
Why Be Bothered With Aspen? Because it is in serious decline and it contributes enormously to landscape functionality as well as wildlife habitat. It is estimated that Wyoming has lost approximately 53% of its historic aspen acreage. …
Have You Signed Up For Summer Yet?
Summer will be here before you know it. Kindergarteners through twelfth graders are welcome to come spend five days or more with Teton Science Schools in the beauty of the National Parks and Teton Valley. …
The Anatomy of a Successful School Partnership
For the past nearly three years, Teton Science Schools has been working closely with the community of Saratoga and Carbon County School District #2 to improve science education in a place-based way across the district. …
Look Who’s Back
The warm southern winds have been a welcome reprieve from the cold short days of winter. If you listen closely you can hear the trill of red-winged black birds (Agelaius phoeniceus) and alarm calls of American Robins (Turdus migratorius). …
Education, Innovation and Sea Monsters at Journeys School
In the final week of the Teaching Practicum experience at Journeys School, I like to walk through the levels to observe the various products of graduate student efforts. Through the weeks of planning and conversation, …
Annual Fund Drive in Full Swing; Mark Your Calendars for August 25th!
Spring is in the air! Which means we have entered the final stretch for our 2011-2012 Annual Fund Drive. A huge thanks to everyone who has already made a gift to Teton Science Schools this year. …
