This program will investigate the ways in which we can connect and engage our students with these essential ecosystems, take action to monitor and contribute to data through citizen science projects and to reflect and act on the land-based decisions we make which have an impact on aquatic species.

Gather ideas to improve your teaching and discover the ground breaking approaches the Zoo and schools are taking to support sustainable patterns of living. Explore real-life community conservation campaigns that you can take back to the classroom and access practical resources you can use right away.

On the day you will:

• Learn how students can become involved in Zoos Victoria’s action-based citizen science conservation program such the “Marine Debris Monitoring Project”, including how involvement promotes personal and social development and student leadership
• Hear from experts in the field, including conservation educators, scientists and Zoo Keepers
• Gather practical resources to use in the classroom
• Build an understanding of ways to embed marine and freshwater conservation and sustainability themes within the Victorian Curriculum
• Participate in workshops, discussion and presentations
• Network and work collaboratively with like-minded peers

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided.

This PD is FREE for Zoos Victoria members ($72 to join as a teacher member) and CECV teachers.

Click here to book.

Garage Sale Trail is happening right across Australia on Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 October 2019. It’s a big weekend encouraging us to put secondhand first and minimise our impact on the planet. One big weekend of garage sales!

Hosting a garage sale as part of Garage Sale Trail is a great way to fundraise for your school.
Click here for more information, and to download a ‘How-to guide’ for schools.
Pre-register your school here to receive a free seller’s pack with promotional material including posters, bunting, and price tags.

When: 19 and 20 October 2019
Where: Across Australia

Visit the Garage Sale Trail website for more information.