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    Academy Educators connecting students around the world, virtually!
  • Teachers sharing their livestream in their virtual classroom.
    Teachers can share our livestreams in their own virtual classrooms.    ©@aweblossm88
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    Classroom view of our Earth Day program.
  • Educator with Crocodile skull
    Academy educators can bring real skulls into your virtual classroom.
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    Students participating in the Spooktacular Science livestream series. ©@baughamjennee
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    From our Waddle Like a Penguin livestream ©@rockets150
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    Academy Educator teaching outside among the Redwoods
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Connect virtually with Academy educators from your home or classroom! Distance Learning livestreams bring our experts, animals, and collections to students over the internet—and all programs remain free of charge during the pandemic.

Free livestreams for K-8 students nationwide

Academy educators holding puppets used in Distance Learning programs.

Our programs are open to all K-8 students wherever they are set up to engage in learning during the school day.

Each livestream is a lesson taught by professional educators, which is broadcast for free to YouTube. Events feature hands-on activities or kinesthetic movement that students can do while tuning in. Teachers or adult guardians must register in advance for their student(s) to participate.

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2024-2025 school year

Spooktacular Skulls Asynchronous Webinar

This program was recorded in OCTOBER 2023, we invite you to share the recording and activities with your class to celebrate this SPOOKTACULAR season! This program was presented in English and Bilingually in English and Cantonese.

Visit our website for additional spooky activities!

 

Dive into the Depths with our "Chat with a Scientist" Series!

November 21, 2024 at 9:45am PT | Grades 5-8

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a scientist? Are you fascinated by the mysteries of the ocean and the vibrant ecosystems that thrive beneath the waves? Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with Dr. Jennifer Hoey, an expert in coral evolution at the California Academy of Sciences, as she shares her passion for marine life and the importance of coral reefs in our global ecosystem.

During this program, you'll get to explore the fascinating journey of a scientist's life – from childhood curiosity to research using cutting-edge technology. Stick ‘til the end for a Q&A segment where Jennifer will answer your burning questions. Mark your calendars, submit your questions, and join us for an unforgettable journey beneath the waves!

Register Today!

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Check out recordings of broadcasts from past school years!

Mission to the Moon (Grades K-2)

It's National Penguin Day! (Grades K-2)

Claude’s Hatchday (Grades 2-4)

'Tis the Season: Fit for Cold (Grades 3-5)

 

Spooktacular Skulls (Grades 3-5)

Helping Baby Corals Thrive (Grades 3-5)

Coral Reef Communities: Making Earth Day Every Day (Grades 3-6)

Celebrating Ecosystems: Earth Day 2024 (Grades 4-6)

Total Solar Eclipse (Grades 5-8)

Chat with a Scientist (Grades 5-8)

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Who participates in Distance Learning from the Academy?

Map of the schools in the United States who participated in Distance Learning programs from 2014-2023.

Classrooms, libraries, and homeschool families have connected with our educators. We've served groups from around the county, and have even delivered programs to students abroad!

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We Thank Our Donors

Student Education programs and activities are generously supported by the Hearst Endowed Fund for Science Education; Barbara Bakar; and the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation.

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