Professional Learning
NYBG’s Professional Learning Institutes for Teachers provide educators with an immersive experience at the New York Botanical Garden. Teachers learn how to use Garden resources to engage children with plants and nature across the curriculum, with connections to science, literacy, math, and art. Participants can earn CTLE hours from The New York State Education Department.
P credits from the New York City Department of Education are available for all Institutes. Visit The After School Professional Development Program (ASPDP) website to apply (additional registration fees required).
Upcoming Programs
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February 19–February 23, 2024 (Monday–Friday)
Advocate for, plan, create, or revive a school garden. Hone skills for designing, budgeting, and incorporating the garden across the curriculum, utilizing the resources of the school community.
2 P-credits (for an additional fee) and up to 30 CTLE hours from the New York City Department of Education are available for this course.
Cost: $200
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April 13–May 11, 2024
Online, Asynchronous CourseUse curated readings and research to highlight disproportionate access to nature, reflect on personal experiences, and plan for equitable learning
opportunities in the classroom.2 P-credits (for an additional fee) and up to 30 CTLE hours from the New York City Department of Education are available for this course.
Note that this course will take place fully online in an asynchronous format.
Cost: $100
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April 22–April 27, 2024 (Monday–Saturday)
The relationship between people and plants have shaped foodways for thousands of years. Examine human and plant connections at the intersection of history, food, and culture.
3 P-credits (for an additional fee) and up to 45 CTLE hours from the New York City Department of Education are available for this course.
Cost: $250
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July 15–20, 2024 (Monday–Saturday)
Learn how to use plants and nature to engage children in science across the curriculum, with connections to literacy, math, and art. Explore the unique resources available at NYBG.
3 P-credits (for an additional fee) and up to 45 CTLE hours from the New York City Department of Education are available for this course.
Cost: $200
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July 25–26, 2024 (Thursday and Friday)
Discover ways to help students experience the wonder of the outdoors through both art and science. Hone observational skills and ask questions using the backdrop of the garden grounds and the exhibition as inspiration.
1 P-credits (for an additional fee) and up to 15 CTLE hours from the New York City Department of Education are available for this course.
Cost: $100
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August 19–24, 2024 (Monday–Saturday)
Whether your school garden is plants on your windowsill or in the schoolyard, participate in hands-on gardening methods to build your background knowledge. Topics include pest management, soil quality monitoring, pollinator interactions and more!
3 P-credits (for an additional fee) and up to 45 CTLE hours from the New York City Department of Education are available for this course.
Cost: $250
CUSTOMIZED WORKSHOPS
Looking for professional learning opportunities on Election Day, Chancellor’s Day, or a day of your choosing? Collaborate with expert Garden educators to plan a half-, full-, or multi-session workshop onsite or online that is tailored to meet your needs.
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Acknowledgments
Support provided by Cynthia D. Brodsky, The Lucius N. Littauer Foundation, the Laura J. Niles Foundation, Inc., and the May and Samuel Rudin Family Foundation, Inc.