Teacher Workshops
From Drops to Drink
Protecting Tampa Bay's Drinking Water
Teachers of grades 9-12 are invited to join us for a workshop that will explore Tampa Bay’s regional drinking water sources and the impact watersheds have on supply. Inquiry-based activities will be conducted. Teachers will also receive related classroom lesson plans focused on stewardship to empower students to lead the way to a healthier Bay system.
An $80 stipend will be provided to teachers after completion of the workshop.
Who: Teachers in grades 9-12 from Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, and Pasco counties only.
When: Select one day
Saturday, August 24, 2024; 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Saturday, October 5, 2024; 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Saturday, October 19, 2024; 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Where: The Florida Aquarium
Carol J. and Barney Barnett Learning Center Lab
701 Channelside Drive Tampa FL, 33602
Full capacity is critical to the ongoing availability of grant funding and workshop opportunities. We ask for your cooperation and commitment to this program upon registration. Select a date to register for from the options below. For assistance, contact us at (813) 273-4015 or education@flaquarium.org.
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NEW! Amazing Animal Adaptations
Science teachers in grades 6-12 are invited to join The Florida Aquarium for an exciting new one-day workshop exploring how animals thrive in their natural habitats. During this workshop, educators will delve into the fascinating adaptations of a wide range of animals, both aquatic and terrestrial. Teachers will leave with standards-aligned curricula focused on the traits that enable animals to flourish in their natural habitats.
An $80 stipend will be provided to teachers after completion of the workshop.
Who: Science teachers in grades 6-12
When: Saturday, September 28, 2024; 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Where: The Florida Aquarium
Carol J. and Barney Barnett Learning Center Lab
701 Channelside Drive Tampa FL, 33602
How to Register: Click the link below and complete the online form. Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email with materials. For assistance, contact us at (813) 273-4015 or education@flaquarium.org.
Molluscs and Microplastics:
Examining plastic pollution trends in Tampa Bay Oysters
Science teachers in grades 9-12 are invited to join The Florida Aquarium for a one-day workshop in plastic pollution trends in Tampa Bay. Through this interactive workshop, educators will participate in STEM activities and receive related curricula for their classroom. These innovative methods will allow students to explore microplastics from a variety of perspectives.
A stipend will be provided to teachers after the completion of the workshop.
Who: Science teachers (biology, marine biology, environmental science) in grades 9-12 in the following counties (due to grant restrictions): Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Manatee.
When: Saturday, November 2, 2024; 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Where: The Florida Aquarium
Carol J. and Barney Barnett Learning Center Lab
701 Channelside Drive Tampa FL, 33602
Register for a Workshop
Full capacity is critical to the ongoing availability of grant funding and workshop opportunities. We ask for your cooperation and commitment to this program upon registration. Click the link below to register. Once you’ve registered, you will receive a confirmation email with materials. For assistance, contact us at (813) 273-4015 or education@flaquarium.org.
