The Science of Snow: Snowpack, Snowflakes, and the Subnivean World of the GYE
Snowpack in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
In the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the snowpack acts as a vital water source, gradually releasing its stored water throughout spring and summer. Snowfall varies significantly across the region, …
Teton Science Schools Celebrates New Executive Director
Wayne Turner Appointed Executive Director of Teton Science Schools
We are proud to announce the appointment of Wayne Turner as its new Executive Director. Turner’s connection to the organization spans nearly four decades, …
Mountain Academy Jackson Campus Middle Schoolers Shine at Statewide Lego Challenge Competition
This December, a group of talented Mountain Academy Jackson Campus students, including a third grader and a team of middle schoolers, traveled to Casper, Wyoming, to participate in the highly anticipated Statewide Lego Challenge competition. …
The Big Horns of Bighorn Sheep
The Big Horns of Bighorn Sheep
Bighorn sheep are one of 8 ungulate species in Grand Teton National Park. Unlike elk, moose, and deer, which have antlers, bighorn sheep have horns. Both male and female sheep grow horns; …
Tracking in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) is a vast and diverse landscape that is home to a variety of wildlife. In the winter, when the ground is covered in snow, animal tracks can be a great way to learn about the species in the area. …
Nature As Our Guide | Place As Our Passion – 2024 Annual Report
Nature As Our Guide | Place As Our Passion – Teton Science Schools 2024 Annual Report
Dear Friend of Teton Science Schools,
As I reflect on the past year at Teton Science Schools, …
Unpacking the Impact of Place-Based Education: Findings from Fall 2023-2024 Evaluation
Written by Alex Sivitskis, Teton Science Schools Education Research Faculty and Professional Learning Coach
At Teton Science Schools, we believe that place-based education has the potential to connect learning and communities in ways that foster student and educator engagement, …
The Long & Short (Tailed) Of It: Weasels in Winter
Winter in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem poses significant challenges for its year-round residents. Food, especially for herbivores, can be is scarce, and the weather is harsh, with cold, windy, and unpredictable conditions. While it’s easier to see how large mammals like bison can survive these extremes, …
How(l) Do Wolves Survive Yellowstone Winters
Winter casts a cold spell over Yellowstone National Park, transforming the landscape into a breathtaking wonderland of snow and ice. While many animals retreat, hibernate, or enter torpor, one mammal thrives in these frigid conditions: the majestic gray wolf. …
Empowering Place-Based Education: Collaboration and Innovation at the Boggs School
Written by Sharon Laidlaw, Director of Place Network
Empowering Place-Based Education: Collaboration and Innovation at the Boggs School
Professional Learning Coach Kate Gessford recently spent three days with the James and Grace Lee Boggs School in Detroit, …
