Open to all teachers in Montgomery County, MD.

How do we tell the story of our local environment? Who are the characters? What is the plotline? What themes, settings, and points-of-view shift the narrative? Join the Lathrop E. Smith Center and the Chesapeake Bay Foundation for two days of local discovery and three days of Bay exploration and curriculum connections. Field-based investigations will introduce you to the plants and animals that share our watershed. Dive into the past, present, and future while learning how to elevate student voices as the storytellers of their local environment and community. Montgomery County teachers in all content areas and grade levels are encouraged to participate to enhance the cross-curricular experience.

Length & Location: Five days of collaborative, outdoor learning. Monday-Tuesday in Montgomery County, MD. Wednesday-Friday at CBF’s Smith Island Environmental Education Center for a residential experience where dorm-style housing, meals, and ferry transport are provided.

Course Credit: Upon successful course completion, Maryland teachers are eligible for 3 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits from MSDE. Graduate credit is also available and requires additional forms and fees.. See details on the Professional Learning Credits page.

Orientation Date: Attendance at one virtual orientation is required prior to the course. Orientations are hosted at 7 p.m. on May 22, June 12, and July 24. Meeting links will be provided.

Cost: $75, reduced fee thanks in part to a grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute through the Inclusive Learning Group.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made before June 1 will receive a full refund minus a $75 processing fee. No refunds will be granted after June 1; however, we are happy to transfer registration to another course, based on availability. All cancellation requests must be made in writing. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to request a cancellation or transfer.

Registration deadline: June 24, 2024

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