How We Used ChatGPT to Craft Rigorous, Place-Based Learning Experiences with the Boggs School
Written by Sharon Laidlaw, Director of Place Network
From Standards to Community Impact: How We Used ChatGPT to Craft Rigorous, Place-Based Learning Experiences with the Boggs School
This year, Professional Learning Coaches partnered with the James and Grace Lee Boggs School in Detroit to design a three-year cyclical curriculum integrating science and social studies. …
Walking the Neighborhood: How Pinnacles Prep and Parque Padrinos Connect Culture, Community, and Education
Written by Kate Gessford, Professional Learning Coach
At the beginning of each school year, the staff at Pinnacles Prep—a Place Network partner school in Wenatchee, Washington—step out of the classroom and into the community. …
Place-Based Education is Unique to Each Place: Experiences in Bhutan
Written by Leslie Cook, Head of Professional Learning
We truly believe place-based education will take different formats in each unique location where it is practiced. Recently, part of our Professional Learning team worked with school partners and educators in Bhutan to further place-based education practices there. …
Revisioning the Graduate Program with Empowering Emerging Leaders
Written by Leslie Cook, Head of Professional Learning
In July 2024, a group of 13 educators from La Paz, Mexico began a year-long professional development program with Teton Science Schools. They have explored their connection to places in La Paz, …
Teton Science Schools Celebrates New Executive Director
Wayne Turner Appointed Executive Director of Teton Science Schools
We are proud to announce the appointment of Wayne Turner as its new Executive Director. Turner’s connection to the organization spans nearly four decades, …
Nature As Our Guide | Place As Our Passion – 2024 Annual Report
Nature As Our Guide | Place As Our Passion – Teton Science Schools 2024 Annual Report
Dear Friend of Teton Science Schools,
As I reflect on the past year at Teton Science Schools, …
Unpacking the Impact of Place-Based Education: Findings from Fall 2023-2024 Evaluation
Written by Alex Sivitskis, Teton Science Schools Education Research Faculty and Professional Learning Coach
At Teton Science Schools, we believe that place-based education has the potential to connect learning and communities in ways that foster student and educator engagement, …
Empowering Place-Based Education: Collaboration and Innovation at the Boggs School
Written by Sharon Laidlaw, Director of Place Network
Empowering Place-Based Education: Collaboration and Innovation at the Boggs School
Professional Learning Coach Kate Gessford recently spent three days with the James and Grace Lee Boggs School in Detroit, …
Announcement: Kendall Peacock Appointed Head of Field Education
We are excited to share the news that Kendall Peacock has officially accepted the role of Head of Field Education at Teton Science Schools (TSS). This marks a significant milestone in Kendall’s remarkable journey with TSS, …
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. …
