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LEARNING AT HOME
We are still bringing LIVE content-enrichment programs to your students who are learning at home. Registering for a Connect2Texas program is reserving dedicated time from the presenting organization. We realize that during the COVID-19 pandemic, some assignments are optional; however, these programs require attendance on the registered date and time.
FEATURED PROGRAMS
Diving into Science
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: 5-12
Cost: FREE
Date: May 19
Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. CST
Come along with Texas Parks and Wildlife as we virtually dive into artificial reefs along the Texas Coast. Learn how we monitor these ecosystems and complete your very own fish survey!
Fish Morphology
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: K-12
Cost: FREE
Date: May 20
Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. CST
Did you know that the shape, forms, and structures of a fish can influence how it eats, hides, and swims? Join Sea Center hatchery technicians on a virtual aquarium tour to learn how a fish’s unique adaptations impact its behavior and lifestyle.
Observe the Sun from Home
Presented by McDonald Observatory
Grades: Prek-2
Cost: FREE
Dates: May 21 or 22
Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. CST
Join McDonald Observatory in a celebration of summer! Take a virtual helicopter tour of McDonald Observatory, make a live telescope observation of the Sun with telescopes equipped with special video cameras and solar filters (weather permitting), complete a Student Sun Drawing Sheet, and learn about the solar features by watching unique science demonstrations.
NOTE: Telescope views will be in real time; in case of inclement weather or equipment problems, recorded views will be provided.
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days after the live program. The recording can be viewed anytime at your convenience with the registered class.
Observe Stars and Galaxies
Presented by McDonald Observatory
Grades: 3-12
Cost: FREE
Dates: May 21 or 22
Time: 1:00-1:50 p.m. CST
Join McDonald Observatory in a celebration of summer! Take a virtual tour of the Hobby Eberly Telescope at McDonald Observatory, make a live observation of the Sun using telescopes equipped with special video cameras and solar filters (weather permitting), learn about spiral galaxies, and create a model of our Milky Way galaxy. Students may choose to create their own model or watch while educator Marc Wetzel creates one during the video conference. Required materials are simple and can easily be substituted. See the materials link to learn more about our galaxy model activity and aligned TEKS.
NOTE: Telescope views will be in real time; in case of inclement weather or equipment problems, recorded views will be provided.
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days after the live program. The recording can be viewed anytime at your convenience with the registered class.
National Museum of the Pacific War
During the COVID-19 quarantine, live programs from National Museum of the Pacific War are available by request. Please contact distancelearning@nimitzfoundation.org to request any of our programs that will enhance your online lessons and benefit your students' learning at home.
Admiral Nimitz: A Lesson in Leadership and Good Citizenship (Grades 5-7)
America Goes to War: Industrial Production Key to Victory (Grades 5) - May 20 or 28
"Operation Overview" WWII History in Review (Grade 11)
Texas and Texans During WWII (Grade 7) - May 18 or 26
The Museum Guide to the Pacific War (Grades 1-12) - May 19, 20, 26, or 27
Bullock Texas State History Museum
During the COVID-19 quarantine, live programs from Bullock Texas State History Museum are available by request. Please contact Distance.Learning@TheStoryofTexas.com to request any of our programs that will enhance your online lessons and benefit your students' learning at home.
Tall Tales in Texas (Grades K-5)
Gone to Texas! Part of the Nation's Immigration Story (Grades 4-11) - May 19 or 26
First Encounters: When the Conquistadors Met the Karankawa (Grades 4-12) - May 20
Mavericks, Dogies, and Drovers--Cattle Drives (Grades 3-8) - May 21
La Belle: The Ship that Changed History (Grades 4-8) - May 26
Myths and Unsolved Mysteries of the Texas Revolution (Grades 4-9) - May 27
Texas and the Civil War (Grades 4-12) - May 28
What Makes Texas, Texas? State Symbols (Grades K-7) - May 29
Texas State Aquarium
During the COVID-19 quarantine, live programs from Texas State Aquarium are available by request. Please contact aquavision@txstateaq.org to request any of our programs that will enhance your online lessons and benefit your students' learning at home.
Coral Reef Under Construction (Grades 3-5)
Dancing Dolphins (Grades Prek-2)
Fishy Friends (Grades Prek-2)
Flamingos Laboratory (Grades 6-8)
Habitats of the Gulf of Mexico (Grades Prek-12)
Let’s Talk Sharks! (Grades 3-5)
Meet Our Otters! (Grades Prek-2)
Sharks Laboratory (Grades 9-12)
Turtle Tracks (Grades 3-5)
Virtual Zoology Lab: Caribbean Sea (Grades 3-5)
Virtual Zoology Lab: Flamingos (Grades K-5)
Virtual Zoology Lab: Nearshore (Grades 3-5)
Virtual Zoology Lab: Sea Turtles (Grades K-2)
Virtual Zoology Lab: Sharks (Grades K-2)
Who Done It? (Recording)
Presented by George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum
Grades: K-5
Registration is required to receive this recording. Once you register, you will be sent a link within 1-3 business days.
This video runs elementary students through our student-centric "Who Done It?" Premier Program. Students will investigate primary sources to match them to the correct President. This program covers George H.W. Bush, Abraham Lincoln, and George Washington.
Gifts of State (Recording)
Presented by George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum
Grades: K-5
Registration is required to receive this recording. Once you register, you will be sent a link within 1-3 business days.
This video runs elementary students through our student-centric Gifts of State Premier Program. During his presidency, President George H.W. Bush received many gifts of state on behalf of the American people. We look at some of the gifts he received and from where they came. At the end, students are challenged to design and make their own gift of state for a country of their choice.
Passport for Learning (Recording)
Presented by George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum
Grades: K-12
Registration is required to receive this recording. Once you register, you will be sent a link within 1-3 business days.
This video overviews our Passport for Learning and provides student-centric activity ideas. The passport is used with all of our Premier Programs. The Passport deepens student understanding of the United States Constitution. It gives a strong example of civic leadership by looking at the life, actions, and legislation of President George H.W. Bush.
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