Testimonials
“This workshop was among the best I have attended. The curriculum guide is user friendly and the activities are meaningful.”” (Summer Institute Participant, 2003)
“The workshop went great! The books are filled with many great activities, arranged in a very user-friendly format. Thanks so much for bringing the workshop to [my] attention. I would most certainly recommend it for any prospective teacher.” (UNH Student, 2004)
“I truly enjoyed the workshop and I think I will be able to use some of the information in my teaching. I think the workshop has given me options to use that are nearby and local – including local education is becoming more important to me as a teacher.” (Walk in the Forest Participant, 2003)
“I love to go to science workshops to learn exciting ways to teach science, and then go back to school and… read the science book. Somehow I have no ambition to gather all the goop, stuff, things that I have no idea where to buy them, etc. BUT yours was different. With just a little time, and some well-placed questions, I can wow the class into learning science. We’re going to start out right. Thank you for making this workshop teacher friendly.” (Elementary School Teacher, 2003)
“Keep on doing what you are doing!! Thank you for such an informative workshop.” (High School Teacher, 2005)
"Not only did I get to network with professionals and teachers from the State of NH, but I got to spend quality time with members of my own school community. My colleagues and I got to know each other much better, we learned a lot more about what each of our strengths and weaknesses are as teachers, and also how to make our schoolyard a better place. I was so fortunate to have attended this institute with individuals who really care about their integrity as educators.” (Summer Institute Participant, 2005)
“I wouldn’t have given this week up for anything. It was definitely a worthwhile journey and I’m thankful for the opportunity to have learned all that I did from these intelligent, passionate teachers! I cannot speak highly enough about this week.” (Summer Institute Participant, 2005)
“I really did feel like a kid in a candy show. To have so many great activities to choose from was and is fantastic!” (Summer Institute Participant, 2005)
“Ever since I was a grade school student myself, I have always been a bit afraid of Science. This workshop really helped me get over that fear. It made me feel very empowered and even confident (!) that I can lead my students on scientific adventures.” (Elementary School Teacher, 2003)
“As a non-teacher going into the conservation education field, this workshop was excellent! It has made me more confident in being able to present any of the activities.” (Non-formal Educator, 2005)
“This workshop, along with the materials, will be an unbelievable tool for me as a beginning teacher! I am excited to implement them into my classroom.” (Plymouth State University student, 2004)