Professional educators are essential and respected partners in fulfilling the Aquarium's conservation, education and science missions. Each year hundreds of teachers and school administrators come to the Aquarium to enhance their knowledge and add to their collection of classroom activities.
Upcoming Programs
Connecting with Marine Science Teacher Institute
- Grades 9–12
- June 17–21, 2019
- Registration closed
Examine the role that humans have played in the stability and change of Monterey Bay.
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Coastal Systems Teacher Institute
- Grades 3–5
- July 7–12, 2019 (Year 1)
- Year 2 not offered in 2019
- Registration closed
Learn how to integrate science, literacy and technology while exploring Monterey Bay's coastal ecosystems and its animals.
Project-Based Science Teacher Institute
- Grades 6–8
- July 15–19 (Year 1)
- Year 2 not offered in 2019
- Registration closed
Deepen your understanding of the nature of science and student-driven projects and get tools to enhance your curriculum.
Splash Zone Teacher Institute
- Grades PreK–2
- July 28–Aug. 2, 2019 (Year 1)
- June 24–June 28, 2019 (Year 2)
- Registration closed
Explore coastal habitats and learn to integrate hands-on science, literacy and technology applications during this year-long institute.
All Other Programs
Teacher Open House
- Grades PreK–12
- Check back in 2020
- Registration closed
Ocean Plastic Pollution Summit
- Grades 3–12
- October 5–6, 2018
- Registration closed
This three-part summit is designed for teachers who are ready to go in-depth into plastic pollution issues and solutions with their students.
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Connecting Conservation and Technology Workshop
- Grades K–12
- Not offered in 2018
- Registration closed
Gain strategies for incorporating technology into your science and conservation teaching at this one-day conference.
Note: Institutes and workshops qualify for professional growth hours required to renew your California Teaching Credential.