Teacher Workshop

Mississippi Museum Of Natural Science Teacher Workshop


  • DATE: Monday, March 10, 2025
  • TIME: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • LOCATION: Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
  • 2148 Riverside Drive
    Jackson, MS 39202(Hinds, Co.)

  • CEU VALUE: 0.6 CEUs from Mississippi College
  • COST: $30.00 non-refundable registration fee, $15.00 cash or check due to Mississippi College on the day of the workshop if requesting CEUs.
  • DESCRIPTION: Journey into the wide world of Aquatic life as we explore Project WILD Aquatic! Six hands-on interdisciplinary activities designed to engage and captivate students with aquatic wildlife topics and lesson plans. This Workshop is catered to primarily Elementary and Middle School teachers but can be adapted to benefit all ages K-12.
  • NOTE: Please bring your lunch and a reusable water bottle. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather as we will be outside for some activities.
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  • DATE: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
  • TIME: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • LOCATION: Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
  • 2148 Riverside Drive
    Jackson, MS 39202(Hinds, Co.)

  • CEU VALUE: 0.6 CEUs from Mississippi College
  • COST: $30.00 non-refundable registration fee, $15.00 cash or check due to Mississippi College on the day of the workshop if requesting CEUs.
  • DESCRIPTION: Award winning Project WET and Wonders of Wetlands (WOW!) are hands-on, interdisciplinary resources and activity guides which integrate water and wetland education into every school subject. Learn about clean water, water's incredible journey, critters and creatures found in our wetlands, and wetland conservation. Learn how to use this information to teach across multiple curriculums. This workshop is open to all educators in all concentration and content areas. Bring wetland conservation to your ELA, science, or math classes.
  • NOTE: Please bring your lunch and a reusable water bottle. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather as we will be outside for some activities.
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  • DATE: Wednesday, March 12, 2025
  • TIME: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • LOCATION: Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
  • 2148 Riverside Drive
    Jackson, MS 39202(Hinds, Co.)

  • CEU VALUE: 0.6 CEUs from Mississippi College
  • COST: $30.00 non-refundable registration fee, $15.00 cash or check due to Mississippi College on the day of the workshop if requesting CEUs.
  • DESCRIPTION: Soar into learning with Flying WILD! This engaging curriculum is a fun way to introduce interdisciplinary, standards-based activities that highlight the unique lives of birds. Throughout the workshop, educators will be introduced to hands-on resources and activities aimed at helping students develop an understanding of birds' unique physical characteristics, their habitats, and the role birds play in their ecosystems.
  • NOTE: Please bring your lunch and a reusable water bottle. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather as we will be outside for some activities.
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  • DATE: Thursday, March 13, 2025
  • TIME: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • LOCATION: Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
  • 2148 Riverside Drive
    Jackson, MS 39202(Hinds, Co.)

  • CEU VALUE: 0.6 CEUs from Mississippi College
  • COST: $30.00 non-refundable registration fee, $15.00 cash or check due to Mississippi College on the day of the workshop if requesting CEUs.
  • DESCRIPTION: Get WILD about Mississippi wildlife! This engaging workshop will offer educators a chance to get outdoors and develop lessons that will encourage student learning outside of the classroom walls. With a focus on wildlife, habitat, and food chain, these curriculum standards-based activities are sure to get your students excited about learning!
  • NOTE: Please bring your lunch and a reusable water bottle. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather as we will be outside for some activities.
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  • DATE: Saturday, March 15, 2025
  • TIME: 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • LOCATION: Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
  • 2148 Riverside Drive
    Jackson, MS 39202(Hinds, Co.)

  • CEU VALUE: 0.5 CEUs from Mississippi College
  • COST: $30.00 non-refundable registration fee, $15.00 cash or check due to Mississippi College on the day of the workshop if requesting CEUs.
  • DESCRIPTION: Buzz into nature with us and discover the fascinating world of native bees! Our workshop begins with a guided hike through local habitats, where we'll observe and learn about the diverse bee species in our area. Afterward, we'll capture their beauty in a creative painting session. Teachers are invited to stay for an additional training session featuring engaging bee-related activities designed for classroom use. This workshop is perfect for families who want to explore nature together and teachers looking for engaging classroom resources.
  • NOTE: Please bring your lunch and a reusable water bottle. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather as we will be outside for some activities.
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  • DATE: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
  • TIME: 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
  • LOCATION: Mississippi Museum of Natural Science
  • 2148 Riverside Drive
    Jackson, MS 39202(Hinds, Co.)

  • CEU VALUE: 0.6 CEUs from Mississippi College
  • COST: $30.00 non-refundable registration fee, $15.00 cash or check due to Mississippi College on the day of the workshop if requesting CEUs.
  • DESCRIPTION: Spring is a time of year when nature comes back to life after winter. It's a season of new beginnings and transformations, with longer days, milder temperatures, and blooming flowers. This workshop is designed for teachers looking to bring a little springtime learning and fun inside and outside of the classroom using some of the activities from Project WILD. Not just for science teachers, Project WILD provides integrative curriculum activities sure to satisfy teachers across many ages and disciplines.
  • NOTE: Please bring your lunch and a reusable water bottle. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather as we will be outside for some activities.
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