We are excited to invite you to the newly redesigned Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s visitor center for a transformative learning experience!
This year’s program includes hands-on activities and outdoor exploration, and will be a time for discovery and nature connection. We will highlight best practices in participatory science and nature-based education.
For more information:
https://www.birds.cornell.edu/k12/2025-retreat/
Who should attend?
This experience is especially designed for 3-8th grade classroom educators, STEM coordinators, and school librarians looking for innovative ways to teach STEM content and develop science literacy. This retreat will help you incorporate participatory science and nature exploration into classrooms. The curricula we will be training on are classroom focused or best for nonformal educators who have multiple sessions with the same students. We welcome nonformal educators, and previous attendees have found activities and ideas useful in their settings.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available thanks to donors. Deadline to apply for the scholarship is 11:59 pm ET on March 16, 2025. Please do not register until you hear back regarding your scholarship status.
Cost and Registration
Workshop costs are being supplemented by grant and sponsor funds. The registration fee is $600, which includes:
- Delicious meals and plenty of snacks during workshop hours.
- Your choice of either the 3-5 or 6-8 eBird Explorer kits. Additional kits are available for pre-order, with payment due at the retreat.
- Participants can request a completion letter with contact hours, CTLEs (NY teachers), or CEUs from Cornell University.
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2025, or until retreat is filled.
If you applied for a scholarship, please do not register until you hear back from us.
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