STEM Goes Wild! - Bronx Zoo

Grades: K-5th
Time: Activities from 10am - 12:30pm; 20 minute animal meet and greet
Fee: $200 / $150 Early Bird

Embark on a STEM adventure with your students at the Bronx Zoo! Your group will receive a special map and tour guide to make sure you get the most out of the day's themed activities scattered throughout the park. Explore the zoo's exhibits and private classrooms while participating in hands-on science with our staff and volunteers. Classes who book early enough will receive a timed animal meet and greet as well!

Animal Diversity - How are animals the same and different?

Focuses on how scientists tell the difference between mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects
Explores what technology is used to study these different groups of animals in the field
Taking on the role of scientists through conducting a biodiversity census

Thursday, October 18, 2018
Friday, April 12, 2019
Thursday, May 23, 2019

Adapted to Survive - What adaptations do animals have to help them grow, survive, and reproduce?

Has Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics specific stations
Skills: reading and interpreting graphs, experimenting
Learning about connecting technology to conservation action

Friday, December 7, 2018
Thursday, April 4, 2019
Friday, May 31, 2019

You can also set up a private STEM Goes Wild! day for your school! (Requires a minimum of 10 classes to attend)

Registration

If you would like to schedule a Bronx Zoo Education program, please complete the Bronx Zoo Program Request Form or call the Education Department at 800-433-4149, Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm. You can also email bzeducation@wcs.org with any questions about education programs or the registration process.
Once your booking has been made, an invoice with program information, including date & time, will be sent to you. This letter is valid for free general admission for your classes & must be shown at the entrance gate on the scheduled dates.
A $50 change fee will be incurred if the school needs to change the program dates.
If you’re interested in learning about new and exciting education opportunities at the Bronx Zoo, please sign up for our email list here!

Class Size

PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN: Maximum class size is 25 students & 7 adults, including the teacher.
1ST GRADE & UP: Maximum class size is 35 students & 7 adults, including the teacher.
Schools are not allowed to combine classes to reach the maximum class size.
School & camp groups are required to provide a minimum of 1 adult chaperone for every 10 children & chaperones must remain with their group at all times.
SPECIAL NEEDS CLASSES: We welcome students with special needs. Please be sure to mention special needs or disabilities when registering so that we can place your class in a wheelchair-accessible classroom. We require one adult for every two students in a special education class with a maximum class size of 12 students.

Payment Policy

Payment in full is due at least 4 weeks prior to the program date & ASAP if booked within 4 weeks.
Under no circumstances will a program be held without full payment in advance or a Purchase Order.
Payment may be made by check, credit card, or Purchase Order.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be received in writing by email, bzeducation@wcs.org, or fax, (718) 733-9545.
Cancellations made at least 4 weeks in advance will receive a 50% refund.
There are no refunds for programs cancelled less than 4 weeks prior to the scheduled date of program.

Late Arrivals

Due to a very full schedule, programs will not be extended for late-arriving groups beyond the scheduled end time. Staff will make every attempt to cover as much material as possible in the time available. Please obtain information on how to locate us in advance of your trip by visiting the directions page on our website.

Weather Conditions

Programs are held rain or shine unless trips are cancelled by school officials or a zoo closure is in effect. Please encourage children to dress appropriately for outdoor activities.

For General Admission Only

Visit our self-guided visits page >>

For more information please call 800-433-4149 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday (except holidays), or email bzeducation@wcs.org with any questions about education programs or the registration process.