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Out Teach

Out Teach Carolinas is a regional office of a national non-profit that equips teachers with the power of experiential learning outdoors to unlock student performance. We work with Title I elementary schools to ensure that all students, no matter their resources, have access to an engaging hands-on education that transforms their lives. We know that if students are engaged in their learning and teachers are effective with their instruction, then student achievement occurs in science, math, literacy, and more!

Our Arts and Science Council program is our Evergreen Sustainability Program that coincides with the school year. Evergreen is comprised of three, 4-hour (half-day) professional development training sessions for each school’s lead outdoor learning teacher and a guest. Lead outdoor teachers receive Lowe’s giftcards in the fall and spring, culinary and nutrition demonstrations, instructional resources, and access to hundreds of rigorous lessons that align with the NC Essential Standards and Common Core objectives in math, language arts and science.

Our Evergreen Sustainability Program DOES qualify as a “residency”, thus meeting the ASC requirement. We look forward to partnering with you!

EDUCATOR CONTACT INFO

amacaulay@out-teach.org

http://www.out-teach.org/carolinas-region-partnerships

9700 Research Drive, Suite 125, Charlotte, NC 28262

Mecklenburg

704-412-2923

Out Teach "Evergreen" Program for Teachers

Program description

Fall Session – Saturday, October 5, 2019 – 8:30am-12:30pm
Governors’ Village STEM Academy
To kick off the program, we will gather at our latest Outdoor Learning Lab at Governors’ Village STEM Academy and lay the groundwork for a successful year of outdoor experiential learning! Topics include:
• Welcome & Meet the Out Teach Team
• Outdoor Learning Laboratory Tour features including a new Weather Board
• Let’s talk Raptors – Carolina Raptor Center
• 100 Gardens – an overview of aquaponics

Winter Session – Saturday, February 8, 2020 – 8:30am-12:30pm
CPCC Van Every Culinary Arts Center
Winter weather keeps us inside more than fall or spring and is an ideal time to infuse our math, science, and literacy lessons with nutrition and hands-on experiences through tastings. We’ll gather at the CPCC Culinary Center for a tasty demonstration you can easily replicate with students! Topics include:
• Culinary Demonstrations
• Review of Classroom Tasting Policy
• Sharing Best Practices (peer engagement)
• Winter outdoor learning engagement ideas

Spring Session – Saturday, March 14, 2020 – 8:30am-12:30pm
Carolina Farm Trust – Urban Farm & Farm to School
Spring is a special time in any garden, but even more so in the Out Teach Learning Lab where life is everywhere and possibilities for outdoor experiential learning are endless. It’s pollinator time! Topics include:
• Zach Wyatt, Carolina Farm Trust
• Native Plant Pollinators – guests TBD
• Spring planting guides and resources • Summer sustainability planning
• Parent and community engagement

Booking / scheduling contact

Out Teach

704-412-2923

amacaulay@out-teach.org

Program detail

Artistic discipline: Literary Arts, Multi-discipline, Visual Arts

Cultural Origin: American, Asian, European, Latino, Middle Eastern, Multicultural, Native American

Program type: Professional Development, Residency, Workshop

Population served: Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Kindergarten, Teachers

Subject: Language Arts, Literacy, Math, Science, Visual Arts

Bilingual: No

Available dates:

Fall Session – Saturday, October 5, 2019 – 8:30am-12:30pm
Governors’ Village STEM Academy

Winter Session – Saturday, February 8, 2020 – 8:30am-12:30pm
CPCC Van Every Culinary Arts Center

Spring Session – Saturday, March 14, 2020 – 8:30am-12:30pm
Carolina Farm Trust – Urban Farm & Farm to School

Available times:

Teachers will receive CE Certificate for 12 hours at the completion of this program

Max number of students: 60

Length of program: 4 hours

Location(s):

Fall Session – Saturday, October 5, 2019 – 8:30am-12:30pm
Governors’ Village STEM Academy

Winter Session – Saturday, February 8, 2020 – 8:30am-12:30pm
CPCC Van Every Culinary Arts Center

Spring Session – Saturday, March 14, 2020 – 8:30am-12:30pm
Carolina Farm Trust – Urban Farm & Farm to School

Fees / Ticketing:

$2500 for 1 teacher and a guest. The ASC funding + residency will cover the full cost of the program.

EDUCATION STANDARDS

NC Standard Course of Study:

Curriculum provided during Training is aligned with NC Essential Standards and Common Core Standards. Curriculum is focused on Math, Science, Literacy and Nutrition Education. All other subjects can be integrated.

NC Essential Standards:

Curriculum provided during Training is aligned with NC Essentail Standards and Common Core Standards (see above) .

FOR EXAMPLE:

Science – Understand the interdependence of plants and animals with their eco systems Health/Nutrition: Understand MyPlate as a tool for selection nutritious foods Math – measure and estimate lengths in standard units

Qualifications

Conducts educational programming for 2 or more years: Yes

Performs criminal background checks on staff with youth contact: Yes

Maintains general liability insurance (Individuals and organizations listed in this Directory can provide proof of insurance upon request. ASC does not hold copies of current documentation for providers): Yes

Three letters of recommendation / references available: Yes

Provides study guides for teachers and or students: Yes

Connects to State and or Common Core Curriculum Standards: Yes

Provides tools to assess student learning (workshops and residencies): Yes

Provides scholarship and reduced fees: Yes

Conducts ongoing assessments of program quality: Yes

Cancellation Policy

This program once approved cannot be cancelled.