For Teachers

Our science and ecology field studies for 4th-12th graders will give your students an outdoor experience to remember. Schedule a class today.

Each of our dynamic, TEKS-aligned education programs immerses students in our wild classroom and demonstrates the wetland’s amazing partnership between human innovation and the natural world.

Our outdoor learning programs can strengthen your students’ academic development and engagement with nature and inspire them to strive for careers in science and conservation. We offer students hands-on experiences where they learn field techniques, data collection and conservation literacy in our unique wetland ecosystem. We welcome all schools, including homeschool co-ops.

Want to book a class?

  • Our education programs run Tuesdays-Fridays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • The cost is $125 for the first 10 students and $12 per additional student. One adult chaperone per 10 students is free.
  • To reserve a field study or to get more information, please fill out and submit this quick education program interest form or contact us at 972-474-9100 or at kcocks@wetlandcenter.com.

Find out more about each of our field studies.

Wildlife Ecosystems
Grades 4-5

Wildlife Ecosystems

Introduction to Ornithology

Grades 4-5

Introduction to Ornithology

Geology

Grades 6-12

Geology

Wetland Ecology
Grades 9-12

Wetland Ecology

scholarships

The generosity of our philanthropic supporters allows us to offer scholarships that cover programs and bus fees for schools that otherwise would not be able to attend.
The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center proudly offers financial assistance through the Bald Eagle Education Fund, the David Keith Sands Education Fund, and the Lyda Hill Foundation Fund to support student field studies and environmental learning.
 
These scholarships help cover:
  • Deposits
  • Student/Adult Admission
  • Transportation
Scholarships are available for groups that may not otherwise be able to participate, including:
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
  • Community Centers
  • Homeschool Groups
  • Dallas County Title I Schools
Funding is made possible through the generosity of the Caroline Rose Hunt family, The Rosewood Corporation, the David Keith Sands family, the Lyda Hill Foundation, and the conservation community. 
 
To apply, please submit a completed scholarship application to Karina Cocks, Senior Educator and Public Programs Coordinator, at kcocks@wetlandcenter.com.