Exploring the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem with Road Scholar: Summer 2024 Highlights

Written by Lena Goss, Program Coordinator – Adult Programs
Exploring the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem with Road Scholar: Summer 2024 Highlights
Summer 2024 was an unforgettable season for Road Scholar (RS) participants who explored the breathtaking landscapes of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. …
Join Us for the Murie Spirit of Conservation Wilderness Celebration: Honoring the 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Wilderness Act

On October 6, 2024, Teton Science Schools will host the Murie Spirit of Conservation Wilderness Celebration, at the Murie Ranch, a special event marking the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Wilderness Act. From 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, …
Celebrating 60 Years of Wilderness Protection and the Murie Legacy

Celebrating 60 Years of Wilderness Protection and the Murie Legacy
Today marks the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Wilderness Act, a monumental piece of legislation that has profoundly shaped the way we protect and cherish our nation’s wild places. …
Teton Science Schools Announces Launch of President Search

“We are excited for the future at Teton Science Schools and are announcing our search for the next leader of Teton Science Schools.” shared Board Chair Leah Corrigan. “Teton Science Schools has a long history of leading the movement for place-based education, …
Best Practices for Community Partnerships

Written by Leslie Cook, Head of Professional Learning
Building partnerships between school and the community is a core idea in place-based education. As we start this process with schools looking to enhance their place-based teaching and learning, …
Understanding the Connection: Place-Based Education and Nature-Based Education

Written by Sharon Laidlaw, Director of Place Network
Educators are increasingly turning to innovative teaching methods that transcend the traditional classroom setting. Place-based education and nature-based education are two such approaches that are often considered together. …
Mountain Academy Jackson Campus Announces Suspension of its Upper School Programming

Mountain Academy Jackson Campus Announces Suspension of its Upper School Programming
Young Toddler – 8th Grade Education and Programming will Continue at Coyote Canyon Campus
Jackson, Wyoming – Teton Science Schools Board of Directors and the Mountain Academy Advisory Board (MAAB) announced this week they are suspending programming for the Upper School at Mountain Academy Jackson Campus. …
“Math in the Mountains” Brings Math Olympians to Teach Young Learners in Jackson

Teton Science Schools program hosts renowned mathematicians to mix math recreations with outdoor adventures
Many of today’s top thinkers developed their creative minds and problem solving skills through learning mathematics. …
TARTANS Take to Training in the Tetons

A unique trip brought together two RSC hub partners for intentional learning, memorable experiences, and crucial relationship building in the beautiful snow-covered Teton Mountains.
Recently, members of the Monmouth College (Illinois) TARTANS Rural Teacher Corps took a trip to Teton Science Schools. …
Ozarks Teacher Corps: Rural Place-based Learning in Missouri

We joined Teton Science Schools, Community Foundation of the Ozarks, and several RSC Grants in Place veteran teachers at a collaborative, rural teacher corps training in the Missouri Ozarks Hub. The future is bright for these aspiring rural educators! …