Academics Outdoors

What is Academics Outdoors?

Academics Outdoors supports all forms of using the outdoors as an extension of the classroom. Whether the learning is around a tree on a campus, going on a field trip, visiting the school district's outdoor learning center, or spending a day at camp, we're here for support.

We understand the academic value of hands-on learning in outdoor spaces, and we also realize how the connection with nature grounds students and helps them understand their role in the world they live in. We would be happy to connect with you and partner to get more students outside!

Please click on the buttons below for information and resources. Feel free to contact us at any time!

Contacts

Program Coordinator
Dr. Holly Bishop
972-348-1482
Email Dr. Holly Bishop

Administrative Assistant
Mary Matzek
972-348-1394
Email Mary Matzek

Students collecting invertebrates from a pond.

Students collecting invertebrates from a pond.

Students learning around a tree.

Students learning from a tree.

Students learning outdoors.

Students discovering natural clay.

Nature walk at camp.

Students on a nature walk at camp.