Resources for Teachers 
| Name | Contact/Website/Email | Brief Explanation | Grade Level | Type |
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| Airlie Gardens | Matthew Collogan, Environmental Education Program Manager Mcollogan@nhcgov.com 910-798-7707 Fax 910-256-5367 300 Airlie Road Wilmington, NC 28403 |
Airlie Gardens offers programs for third and eighth grade students that are curriculum-based and include pre-visit, on-site and post-visit activities. Third grade students have the opportunity to explore topics in plant biology, plant adaptations, seed dispersal and visit Airlie’s carnivorous plant collections. They will also discover decomposers and soil properties while digging in Airlie Woods. Eighth grade students explore topics such as water quality, estuarine systems, wetland ecology, indicator species and resource conservation. They will perform water sampling, macro invertebrate sampling, marsh collections and plankton studies. | K-12 | Field Trips |
| Battleship North Carolina | Heather Loftin Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations and Filming Promotions Director bb55.mktg@battleshipnc.com 910-251-5797 X3004 Shelly Robinson School Group Reservations 910-251-5797 x-3001 #1 Battleship Road Wilmington, NC 28401 |
The Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Teacher Resources offers you information and helpful hints on bringing your class to the ship, lesson plans, oral histories, and activities. | K-12 | Field Trips |
| Cape Fear Museum | Ruth Haas Executive Director RHaas@nhcgov.com 910-798-4362 814 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28401 |
The museum offers a variety of programs for schools including field trips, outreach visits to schools and special kits to help integrate science and social studies.
Field Trip Fees $2 per student for New Hanover County schools $5 per student for non-New Hanover County schools Outreach Fees $4 per student for New Hanover County schools $5 per student for non-New Hanover County schools Bookings outside New Hanover Co. are subject to additional mileage fee. Museum Kit Fees $10 per week for New Hanover County schools $15 per week for non-New Hanover County schools |
K-8 | Field Trips, Outreach, PD, Kits |
| Cape Fear River Watch | Kemp Burdette Riverkeeper/ Executive Director 910-762-5606 kemp@cfrw.us 617 Surry Street Wilmington, NC 28401 |
Cape Fear River Watch has been working to protect and improve the water quality of the Cape Fear River Basin since 1993. In addition to supporting the work of the Cape Fear Riverkeeper as a member of the Waterkeeper Alliance, CFRW offers a variety of Environmental Education, Action and Advocacy programs for all residents of the Cape Fear River watershed. River Watch has developed a wide-ranging environmental education curriculum at its Greenfield Lake facility. Three or more 60-90 minute lessons, taught by a professional naturalist, can be strung together for an exciting introduction to the wetlands environment that children (and teachers) will long remember. | K-12 | Curriculum, Field Trips, Classroom presentations, online resources |
| Cape Fear Serpentarium | Dean Ripa reptileeducation@gmail.com 910-762-1669 20 Orange Street Wilmington, NC 28403 |
The Serpentarium offers a close up look at the care and study of reptiles. The Serpentarium is open from 11AM to 5PM on weekdays, 11AM to 6PM Saturdays and Sundays. All tickets are $8.00. | K-12 | Field Trips |
| Carolina Beach State Park | Carla Edwards carla.edwards@ncdenr.gov 910-458-8206 1010 State Park Road PO Box 475 Carolina Beach, NC 28428 |
With a marina providing access to some of North Carolina's best fishing spots, a secluded camping area beneath towering trees, and miles of hiking trails that traverse a variety of distinct habitats--not to mention the presence of the Venus flytrap, one of the world's most unique carnivorous plants--it's no wonder Carolina Beach State Park is a popular coastal attraction. Located in an area steeped in both history and natural diversity, the park includes a visitor's center with exhibits depicting the wonders of its environment. Visit Carolina Beach State Park to relax, enjoy nature or embark on an eye-opening adventure. | K-12 | Field Trips, PD |
| Children’s Museum of Wilmington | Rick Lawson Executive Director rlawson@playwilmington.org 910-254-3534 116 Orange St. Wilmington, NC 28401 |
The Children’s Museum offers children ages 1-10 the opportunity to explore and better understand the arts, sciences, culture and more through engaging exhibits and programs. | K-5 | Places to Visit |
| City of Wilmington Stormwater Services- Enviroscape program | Jennifer Butler, CEE Stormwater Education Program Coordinator City of Wilmington, Stormwater Services 209 Coleman Drive Wilmington, NC 28412 910.343.4777 910.341.0099 fax jennifer.butler@wilmingtonnc.gov |
Stormwater Services, in cooperation with Cape Fear River Watch and New Hanover Soil & Water Conservation District, give Enviroscape watershed presentations to all 8th grade science classes in New Hanover County Schools. The presentation is integrated into the 8th grade science curriculum and meets the the Essential Standard and several objectives for the study of the hydrosphere. In addition, the general website has many educational brochures and videos about stormwater and water pollution for students, teachers, and the public to explore. | 8th grade | In-Class Presentations |
| Club Invention | clubinvention@invent.org 3701 Highland Park NW North Canton, Ohio 44720 |
The Club Invention after school program comprises five to eight sessions of 1-1½ hours that delve into one exciting thematic module. Immersed in hands-on imaginative play, children develop vital 21st century learning skills such as problem solving and teamwork through open-ended discovery. | K-8 | After School |
| Continental Math League | cmleague@optonline.net 631-584-2016 Box 2196 St. James, NY 11780 |
Offers math and science clubs and contests as a supplement to school programs. | 4-12 | After School, Contests |
| Duke TIP Program | Duke University Talent Identification Program Emily Swartzlander Public Relations eswartzlander@tip.duke.edu (919) 668-9153 |
Offers a wide array of programs and services to help gifted students reach their potential. | 4-12 | Summer Camps |
| Ecological Marine Adventures | 704-578-3505 ematoposail@gmail.com |
EMA is a Marine Education Center that specializes in hands-on, in the field education adventures for children. | K-12 | Curriculum, Field Trips, Classroom Presentations |
| First Lego League | Introduces younger students to real-world engineering challenges by building LEGO-based robots to complete tasks on a thematic playing surface. FLL teams, guided by their imaginations and adult coaches, discover exciting career possibilities and, through the process, learn to make positive contributions to society. | 4-8 | After School | |
| Halyburton Park | Andy Fairbanks andy.fairbanks@wilmingtonnc.gov 910-341-0075 4099 S. 17th Street Wilmington, NC 28412 |
Environmental based field trips and programs | K-8 | Field Trips |
| How Things Work Fair | Ogden Elementary School 910-686-6464 3637 Middle Sound Loop Road Wilmington NC, 28411 |
On Free Enterprise Day in June, Ogden Elementary holds a fair to promote and encourage scientific inquiry. Students are encouraged to choose a topic and develop a display to show “how something works”. For schools that may want to develop a similar program, helpful websites include: http://www.kids-science-experiments.com/, http://pbskids.org/zoom/activities/sci/, http://www.sciencewithme.com/experiments.php, http://www.creativekidsathome.com/activities/kids-themes.html | K-5 | Contests, Special Events |
| Ingram Planetarium | Allison Smith Educational Services Coordinator Allison@museumplanetarium.org 910-579-1016 x-4 Dottie David-Wilson Executive Director Ocean Isle Museum Foundation, Inc. dottie@museumplanetarium.org 910-579-1016 7625 High Market Street Sunset Beach, NC 28468 910-575-0033 |
Sky Theater programs, laser music shows, and other activities about astronomy, science, and space exploration. Paul Dennis Science Hall has hands-on science and astronomy activities | K-6 | Field Trips |
| Junior Achievement | Erin McNally Executive Director emcnally@jacarolinas.org 910-762-3690 217 North 5th Ave., Suite 101 Wilmington, NC 28401 https://www.facebook.com/jacapefear |
Junior Achievement (JA) helps students see the relevancy between what they are learning in the classroom and how it relates to life outside of the classroom. JA offers hands-on, experiential programs that teach the key concepts of work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy. | K-12 | Outreach, Classroom Programs |
| Moores Creek National Battlefield | 40 Patriots Hall Drive Currie, NC 28435 910-283-5591 |
The National Park Service manages Moores Creek National Battlefield as a historical site, encompassing 87.75 acres in rural Pender County. Although the main focus of the park is to learn about the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge and life in colonial North Carolina, there are significant opportunities for environmental education. | K-12 | Field Trips |
| Museum of Coastal Carolina | Allison Smith Educational Services Coordinator Allison@museumplanetarium.org 910-579-1016 x4 21 East Second Street Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469 |
The museum’s mission is to stimulate the general public’s interest and understanding of the natural science, environment, and cultural history of the coastal region of the Carolinas, as well as a broader understanding of our earth, our solar system, and our universe, by providing quality educational features for both the public and school students through activities and exhibits. | K-12 | Curriculum, Field Trips |
| National Geographic Bee | 202-828-6659 1145 17th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20036 |
Academic competition in geography.Principals of schools in the U.S. with any of the grades four through eight are eligible to register their schools to receive contest materials for a school-level Bee. | 4-8 | Contests |
| National Math Bee | School and Customer Support nmbsupport@nationalmathbee.org Dr. S. David Vaillancourt National Math Bee Chairman chairman@nationalmathbee.org 1530 Villa Capri Circle #309, Odessa, FL 33556 |
Fun competition designed to help students achieve high levels of speed and accuracy with their math skills | 1-6 | Contests |
| New Hanover County Arboretum | Diana Rashash Area Specialized Agent Natural Resources – Environmental Education Diana_Rashash@ncsu.edu Al Hight Director Al_hight@ncsu.edu 910-798-7666 6206 Oleander Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 Main:910-798-7660 |
Offers a variety of activities focused on environmental education and horticulture. | K-12 | Field Trips |
| New Hanover County Soil and Water Conservation District | Amy Long Education Coordinator (910) 798-6032 230 Government Center Drive Suite 100 Wilmington, N.C. 28403 |
NHSWCD offers numerous education opportunities ranging from school to community based programs including educational outreach activities, teacher workshops, contests etc. all focusing on environmental education. NHSWCD has Certified Environmental Educators on staff. | K-12 | Outreach, PD |
| NHCS- Math | Elizabeth Murray 910-254-4240 Elizabeth.murray@nhcs.net |
MathCounts http://mathcounts.org/ Math Fair http://www.ncctm.org/math_fair.cfm Math Olympiad http://www.moems.org/ |
K-12 | After School, Contests |
| NHCS-Science | Kim Bierstedt K-12 Science Leadership Teacher 910-254-4335 kimberly.bierstedt@nhcs.net |
Science Fair http://www.ncsciencefair.org/ Ocean Bowl http://www.oceanleadership.org/education/national-ocean-sciences-bowl/ Envirothon http://www.envirothon.org/ |
K-12 | After School, Contests |
| NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher | 910-458-7468 ffmail@ncaquariums.com 900 Loggerhead Road Kure Beach, NC 28449 |
The aquarium offers a variety of field trips, special educational programs to accompany field trips, as well as outreach programs that come to schools. | K-12 | Field Trips, Outreach |
| NC Biotechnology Center | Amy Black amy_black@ncbiotech.org Bill Schy bill_schy@ncbiotech.org |
Teacher Biotech summer training, and the free K-12 curriculum and pamphlets | K-12 | Teacher Resources |
| NC Forestry Association | 919-834-3943 800-231-7723 1600 Glenwood Ave, Ste. 1 Raleigh, NC 27608 |
The NCFA, the state's oldest conservation organization, was established in 1911. Today it is a private, nonprofit partnership concerned about the long-term health and productivity of the state's forest resources. | K-12 | Online Resources |
| North Carolina Science Festival | Jonathan Frederick Director 919-843-8329 jfred@email.unc.edu 250 East Franklin Street Campus Box 3480 Chapel Hill, NC 27599 www.ncsciencefestival.org https://www.facebook.com/ncsciencefestival |
The North Carolina Science Festival is a multi-day celebration showcasing science and technology. The Festival highlights the educational, cultural and financial impact of science in our state. Through hands-on activities, science talks, lab tours, nature experiences, exhibits and performances, the Festival engages a wide range of public audiences while inspiring future generations. The North Carolina Science Festival and others like it offer an opportunity to celebrate science in fun and welcoming settings. This Festival provides the opportunity to cultivate a positive environment that encourages children to pursue science-related careers and encourages businesses to invest in North Carolina. |
K-12 | Collaborative Initiatives |
| NC State Parks | N.C. Division of Parks & Recreation 919-733-4181 1615 MSC Raleigh N.C. 27699-1615 |
Children gain an appreciation of North Carolina's cultural and natural heritage and learn about careers in natural resources. | K-12 | Online Resources, Professional Development |
| Odyssey of the Mind | Carolyn Braly Coastal Region bralyc@gmail.com 252-249-7256 Northside HS & Jacksonville Commons MS 365 Commons Drive South Jacksonville, NC |
An international educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students from kindergarten through college. Team members apply their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting their own interpretation of literary classics. | K-12 | After School |
| Old River Farms | Dean Lanier 8711 Old River Rd. Burgaw, NC 910-620-6351 |
Educational field trips integrating standards into hands-in learning. | K-5 | Field Trips |
| Poplar Grove Plantation | Jeanne Walker Public Relations 910.685.9518 jeannew@poplargrove.com Nancy Simon Director 910.686.9518 x 24 nancys1@poplargrove.com 10200 US Highway 17 N. Wilmington, NC 28411 910-686-9518 |
Offers a few different programs highlighting how life has changed over the last 150 years. Highlights include technologies then and now. | K-3 | Field Trips |
| Progress Energy Visitors Center | 910-457-6041 8520 River Road, (Highway 87) Southport, NC |
Hands on & visual presentations of over 30 energy related exhibits covering production of electricity, electrical safety, alternative energy sources and energy conservation. Admission is free. | K-8 | Field Trips |
| Project Lead the Way | Brian Moye Technology Education Consultant 919-807-388621 21 Corporate Dr, Ste 105 Clifton Park, NY 12065-8463 Toll Free: 877-335-PLTW (7589) Local: 518-877-6491 |
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) is a provider of rigorous and innovative Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) education curricular programs used in middle and high schools across the U.S. Currently being implemented at Shallotte Middle School. |
6-12 | Curriculum |
| Project Wild | Mike Campbell Coastal Outreach Educator NC Wildlife Resources Commission mike.campbell@ncwildlife.org 252-670-0090 P.O. Box 14170 New Bern, NC 28561 |
Curriculum for habitats and wildlife. See calendar for programs in North Carolina. | K-12 | Field Trips, PD |
| ROCAME | Brunswick County Schools 910-232-4344 Columbus County Schools 910-642-5168 New Hanover County Schools 910-471-1145 Pender County Schools 910-259-2187 |
Representatives from industry and education organized ROCAME in 1979. Its purpose is to establish a sound foundation for a viable and accountable program to encourage minority youths to enter the fields of engineering, math, science and technology. The organization exists in middle and high schools throughout the area. Scholarships are offered to seniors who plan to major in engineering, math, science or technology and are members of ROCAME. One of ROCAME's major events is the annual engineering, science, math and technology Jamboree. | 6-12 | After School |
| Science Fair | Mr. Christoper Gordon Assistant Director Center for Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics 910-962-3168 601 South College Road Wilmington, NC 28403 gordoncr@uncw.edu 910-962-4266 |
The Center for Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics proudly sponsors the Southeast Regional Science Fair with support from the Chancellor's Office at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. | 3-12 | STEM Competition |
| Science Olympiad Wilmington Regional Competition (Middle and High School) | Dr. Dennis Kubasko Regional Co-Director 910-962-3168 601 South College Road Wilmington, NC 28403 kubaskod@uncw.edu Ms. Kim Bierstedt Regional Co-Director kimberly.bierstedt@nhcs.net |
North Carolina Science Olympiad (NCSO) is a nonprofit organization with the mission to attract and retain the pool of K-12 students entering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees and careers in North Carolina. Every year NCSO hosts its regional tournaments on the University of North Carolina Wilmington's campus. These tournaments are rigorous academic interscholastic competitions that consist of a series of different hands-on, interactive, challenging and inquiry-based events that are well balanced between the various disciplines of biology, earth science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, engineering and technology. | 6-12 | STEM Competition |
| Science Olympiad Wilmington Regional Competition (Elementary School) | Ms. Beth Brampton Regional Co-Director Science Resource Teacher Gregory School of Science, Mathematics and Technology 910-251-6185 bbrampto@nhcs.net Ms. Kim Bierstedt Regional Co-Director Science K-12 Lead Resource Specialist New Hanover County Schools 910-254-4335 kimberly.bierstedt@nhcs.net |
North Carolina Science Olympiad (NCSO) is a nonprofit organization with the mission to attract and retain the pool of K-12 students entering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees and careers in North Carolina. Every year NCSO hosts its regional tournaments on the University of North Carolina Wilmington's campus. These tournaments are rigorous academic interscholastic competitions that consist of a series of different hands-on, interactive, challenging and inquiry-based events that are well balanced between the various disciplines of biology, earth science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, engineering and technology. | 3-6 | STEM Competition |
| Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehabilitation Center | Jean Beasley Executive Director TopsailSeaTurtle@communities.msn.com P.O. Box 3012 822 Carolina Blvd Topsail Beach, NC 28455 |
Experiential learning site for students of biology, wildlife conservation and/or veterinary medicine. | 3-12 | Field Trips |
| Siemens Change the World Challenge | foundation.us@siemens.com 877-822-5233 170 Wood Ave South Iselin, NJ 08830 |
Competition designed to engage students in conducting research and participating in “real world” science education. Annual contest also encourages participants to utilize their creativity and become involved in their community. | K-12 | Contests |
| Technology Loan Program (at UNCW Center for Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) | Dr. Dennis Kubasko Director 910-962-3168 kubasko@uncw.edu Christopher Gordon Assistant Director 910-262-4266 gordoncr@uncw.edu |
Teachers, take a look at our newly updated list of materials that we offer through our FREE Technology Loan Program! This list includes the $10,000 worth of equipment we recently obtained through a Vernier grant! If you do not see what you are looking for, call us. We may be able to help you find what you need. We have an Excel list of the materials and a PDF file of materials. | K-16 | Resources |
| Toshiba’s Exploravision | 1-800-EXPLOR9 Facebook Page |
Science competition presented by Toshiba and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) | K-12 | Competition |
| UNCW Center for Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math | Dennis Kubasko Director kubaskod@uncw.edu Christopher Gordon Assistant Director gordoncr@uncw.edu 910-262-4266 |
The Center for Education in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (CESTEM) as a unit of the University of North Carolina Wilmington assists in fulfilling the University's mission to encourage public access to its educational programs and its commitment to regional service. CESTEM shares the mission of NC-MSEN to improve the quality of pre-college science and mathematics education in the schools of North Carolina through programs designed for in-service and pre-service teachers as well as students. | K-12 | PD, Student Competitions, Resources |
| UNCW EDN/EVS Departments: Methods of Teaching Coastal Science | Dr. Jeff Hill hillj@uncw.edu 910-962-3264 Department Environmental Studies, UNCW Friday Hall 2067 Campus Box 5949 601 S. College Road Wilmington, NC 28403 |
2 credit hour hands-on survey of the fundamental principles and practices in coastal science education. The course offers a variety of local Cape Fear coastal environmental education instruction and field experiences providing skills, curriculum materials, practical classroom applications, and professional development in formal science education and nonformal environmental education. Instruction includes participation in a series of locally coastal-themed, curriculum-oriented workshops that emphasize teaching about marine and estuarine life, coastal stewardship, and personal action in our Cape Fear region. | Post-grad credit/ Teachers | Course/ Certification |
| UNCW MarineQuest | Jeremy Burnett Coordinator burnettj@uncw.edu 910-962-2640 burnettj@uncw.edu |
School programs for all ages, from pre-school through pre-college. Lessons and activities are designed to make the learning process fun and engaging and many are based on the research of UNCW scientists. Field or classroom based
lessons based on national education standards and UNCW faculty research |
K-12 | Field Trips, Outreach |
| Watson School of Education, Web-based Resources - Math | WSE First Years of Teaching Support Program |
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K-12 | Learning Resources |
| Watson School of Education, Web-based Resources - Science | WSE First Years of Teaching Support Program |
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K-12 | Learning Resources |
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