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$175 fee includes curriculum materials,
reproducible handouts, plants,
plus breakfast and lunch.
Location: Everett Children’s Adventure Garden



Programs for Teachers

2008 Summer Institutes

Summer Institutes provide a week-long intensive immersion in ecology and botanical science led by professional scientists and educators. Participants in this dynamic program learn how to make science fun through field-tested, hands-on, inquiry-based activities. Teachers discover how to make the Garden an extension of their classroom, while enriching the curriculum with award-winning resources and more. 

July 9–13 (SI-200), or July 16–20, 2007 (SI-250) • Seedlings Program for Teachers of Grades K–2
July 23–27 (SI-300), or July 30–August 3, 2007 (SI-350) • Saplings Program for Teachers of Grades 3–5


Principals and school administrators—call 718.817.8177 to set up a separate week of programming for your school or region.

Participation in the Summer Institutes is limited and acceptance is competitive.
There are two options for credit:
• Three “P” in-service credits from the New York City Department of Education
• Two graduate credits in education through CUNY Lehman College
Additional fees and requirements apply to receive credits.


For more information, please call 718.817.8177. To download an application click here.

Fee: $175 (includes curriculum materials, reproducible handouts, and plants) Location: Everett Children’s Adventure Garden

July 7–11, or July 14–18,2008
July 21–25,or July 28–August 1,2008

Principals and school administrators—call  718.817.8177 to set up a separate week of programming for your school or region.

Become a Teacher Memberof the Garden for only $60 a year, and enjoy all the benefits of Membership. Call 718.817.8724 for details.
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