Human Impacts
In the Human Impacts program (formerly called “Energy and Natural Resources”), students will take an in-depth look at how we impact our environment through our waste – how is it generated, what problems it creates, and most importantly what we can do to make a positive change for the future. NGSS Program.
Available options: In-Person, Synchronous, Asynchronous.
In-Person
Total time for each classroom: 90 minutes
Classroom Activities: Loathsome Litter; Landfills; What is Waste?; Where Does Waste Go?; Human Impacts: Intro and Conclusion
Synchronous
These live, interactive programs help students review how and what trash is generated in their own homes to explore the concepts of sustainability, conservation, etc.
Total time for each synchronous lesson: 30 minutes
Lesson Options: Loathsome Litter; Landfills; What is Waste?; Where Does Waste Go?
Asynchronous
These activity packets are designed for students to easily do at home with some adult supervision, using tools and items which can be found around the house to explore how we generate, use (and maybe even re-use) trash in their own homes. See Asynchronous Programs for more details.
Activity Options: Loathsome Litter; Landfills; What is Waste?; Where Does Waste Go?
*”Nature in Your Neighborhood” Field Trip option available
NEW NGSS Marine Ecology*
(In-Person Only) In the new Marine Ecology program, students will explore the interdependence of different organisms living in the Marine environment, how they adapt to the stresses in a tidepool environment, and will have the opportunity to create their own Marine Organisms.
Total time for each classroom: 90 minutes
Classroom Activities: Details coming soon
*Standard Field Trip option: Fitzgerald Marine Reserve (subject to availability)
Fitzgerald Site Guide
Fitzgerald Map
*”Nature in Your Neighborhood” Field Trip option also available