Educators
Liken’ Lichens Teacher Workshop-FULL
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL! Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. LICHENS...these mysterious organisms have fascinated people for years. Not a plant, not a fungus, but a surprisingly elegant combination of the two. Lichens are also an excellent opportunity to engage students in citizen science research in your schoolyard. Spend the […]
Teacher Escape Weekend I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesThis weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your school's visit. It is also a time to relax, enjoy the mountain scenery and make new friends.
FULL – Teacher Escape Weekend II
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Escape to the Smokies and join Tremont's teacher naturalists for an exciting look at what Tremont has to offer. This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may […]
FULL – Teacher Escape Weekend III
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Escape to the Smokies and join Tremont's teacher/naturalists for an exciting look at what Tremont has to offer. This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your […]
FULL – Climate Systems Teacher Workshop
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Climate Systems: Effectively Communicating about Climate, Air Quality and Biogeochemical Cycles Experiential education can help students and teachers achieve a deeper more meaningful understanding of complex scientific concepts. If you are struggling to teach these topics, let us help! Join us for […]
CANCELLED: Virtual – Teacher Escape Weekend I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesThis weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your school's visit. It is also a time to relax, enjoy the mountain scenery and make new friends.
Virtual – Teacher Escape Weekend II
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesDue to continued risks associated with large group gatherings, we plan to hold these valuable programs in a new virtual format. Virtual TEW Schedule, Q&A, and Sessions This year's Teacher Escape Weekends are more important than ever, offering opportunities to learn together, network, and team up with Tremont staff and other teachers to figure out […]
Virtual – Teacher Escape Weekend III
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesVirtual TEW Schedule, Q&A, and Sessions This year's Teacher Escape Weekends are more important than ever, offering opportunities to learn together, network, and team up with Tremont staff and other teachers to figure out how we make this school year a success. "I thought it was great. I haven't taken part in any other virtual […]
FULL – Engaging Nature through Multiple Lenses
Sorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Whether you are virtual or in person, it is possible to foster curiosity and wonder in students by making use of the natural world. But how can we make that curiosity connect directly to our particular content and grade levels? […]
CANCELLED – Likin’ Lichens
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry for the inconvenience, but this program has been cancelled. We are pleased to offer this as an elective of our Southern Appalachian Naturalist Certification Program in 2021. LICHENS...these mysterious organisms have fascinated people for years. Their life history and diversity is fascinating, and they serve as habitat for other bizarre creatures—the tardigrades, or water […]
The Civil War in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This workshop will explore the divided allegiances of the people of the Great Smoky Mountains during the Civil War and how this impacted their daily lives. We will participate in the activities that are part of a new Ranger-led, virtual field trip that explore the questions of "what do you value?" and "what would you […]
Deep Dive into iNaturalist
Did you know that you can use iNaturalist for more than just posting photos of what you see? In this workshop, we will dig deep into iNaturalist to show you how you can create stories and explore data specific to your needs. Does your class want to see how exotic species are impacting your area? […]
Teacher Escape Weekend I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesThis weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your school's visit. It is also a time to relax, enjoy the mountain scenery and make new friends.
Teacher Escape Weekend II
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesEscape to the Smokies and join Tremont's teacher naturalists for an exciting look at what Tremont has to offer. This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have before your school's visit. It is also a time to relax, enjoy the mountain […]
Schoolyard Network Meeting — Let’s Connect
Connect with a network of teachers during the first Schoolyard Network meeting of the school year. This virtual session will be friendly, informal, and full of ideas and encouragement for you to take back to your classroom. If you haven't already, be sure to join the Schoolyard Network. We'll send an email with details to […]
FULL – Teacher Escape Weekend III
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesSorry, this program is FULL. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Escape to the Smokies and join Tremont's teacher naturalists for an exciting look at what Tremont has to offer. This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas, learn about new Tremont programs and answer questions you may have […]
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Tap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Educator Workshop – Data in the Schoolyard: Observations, Uses, and Analysis
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesLearn how to collect and use data with your students in the Smokies and in your schoolyard. We will share activities, suggestions, and resources for how to use the natural spaces near you and in the National Park to engage your students deeper in data analysis and observation skills.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Escape
South Knoxville Elementary School 801 Sevier Ave, Knoxville, TN, United StatesWe're combining two of our popular educator programs, the Schoolyard Network and Teacher Escape Weekends, to create the all-new Schoolyard Escape!
Sharing Secrets for Outdoor Learning: Engaging Students in the Schoolyard
Join Annie Roth, Manager of the Teacher Network at Tremont, for a collaborative session where you’ll try out experiential practices across content areas, engage in thoughtful discussion, and build a connection to your schoolyard. During our time together we will engage in mindful moments and get away from our seats to explore outside. We will […]
Teacher Escape Weekend I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesOur Teacher Escape Weekends train teachers for experiential learning and include transferable skills to take back to the classroom. Our time together will be productive and fun, with time for individual reflection, discussion of critical issues, and resources for use at Tremont and in the schoolyard.
FULL – Teacher Escape Weekend II
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesOur Teacher Escape Weekends train teachers for experiential learning and include transferable skills to take back to the classroom. Our time together will be productive and fun, with time for individual reflection, discussion of critical issues, and resources for use at Tremont and in the schoolyard.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Interview an Organism & Managing in the Outdoors
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
FULL – Teacher Escape Weekend III
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesOur Teacher Escape Weekends train teachers for experiential learning and include transferable skills to take back to the classroom. Our time together will be productive and fun, with time for individual reflection, discussion of critical issues, and resources for use at Tremont and in the schoolyard.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: NEW Nature Journaling to Add to Your Toolkit
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: iScience
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Collect It and Connect It: Data in Nature
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTeachers, do you want to unlock the outdoor learning lab that you already have? Explore the natural world and learn ways to make data collection and analysis meaningful and fun during an overnight retreat in the Smokies! You will walk away from this program with new friends, inspiration, and hands-on tools for your own classroom!
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Facilitating Discussions – Part I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Facilitating Discussions – Part II
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Game-Based Learning and Getting Kids Outside
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Numbers in Nature
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Escape
South Doyle Middle School 3900 Decatur Dr, Knoxville, TN, United StatesDiscover the joys of teaching in the outdoors and practice methods for harnessing your students' innate curiosity as learners.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Looking Back and Looking Ahead
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Teacher Escape Weekend I
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesKick off the new school year with a refreshing and reinvigorating trip to the Smokies - designed with teachers in mind! This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas for engaging students, and learn from Tremont’s vast experience leading outdoor exploration.
Teacher Escape Weekend II
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesKick off the new school year with a refreshing and reinvigorating trip to the Smokies - designed with teachers in mind! This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas for engaging students, and learn from Tremont’s vast experience leading outdoor exploration.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Discovery Swap
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Teacher Escape Weekend III – Full
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesKick off the new school year with a refreshing and reinvigorating trip to the Smokies - designed with teachers in mind! This weekend is an opportunity to meet other teachers, share ideas for engaging students, and learn from Tremont’s vast experience leading outdoor exploration.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Leaf Levels and Phenology
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Guest Presenter
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: The Inquiry Learning Cycle – Part 1
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: The Inquiry Learning Cycle – Part 2
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Nature Journaling
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.
Schoolyard Escape – FULL
Dogwood Elementary SchoolJoin Tremont on Saturday, April 13th, 2024, for our one-day Schoolyard Escape workshop - an amazing professional and personal development experience for educators across the Schoolyard Network and beyond.
Schoolyard Network Virtual Meeting: Looking Back & Looking Ahead
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN, United StatesTap into a network of teachers and local resource providers during friendly, informal monthly professional development and sharing sessions.