The Morton Arboretum is dedicated to supporting the educators that are teaching the tree stewards of the future. In addition to providing the materials and resources, the Arboretum hosts teacher workshops that align with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards, and when applicable Common Core State Standards. Additionally, these workshops provide CPDH credit for participating individuals.
Teachers and educators, expand your knowledge and skills with workshops and resources that foster a connection to nature and the environment for your students.
In addition to workshops and courses within our professional development framework of offerings, we also partner with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to offer ENTICE (Environment and Nature Training Institute for Conservation Education) workshops throughout the year. For more information on these offerings, and to learn more about other ENTICE programs in your area, visit this webpage.
Educator Open House
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Attend an open house for educators at The Morton Arboretum to discover and explore a variety of STEM resources for teachers and students. On Tuesday, August 20, the Educator Open House will host a number of local STEM resources, museums, and organizations that can support your students’ learning this school year. Connect with other K–12 STEM professionals in DuPage, Cook, Kane, and Will counties and uncover resources to bring science education to life in your classroom.
Attendees may arrive any time between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to review resources while connecting with local experts.
Teacher Tuesdays
Tuesdays, June 4 through September 24, 2024
Teacher Tuesdays provide free admission to current educators to explore the Arboretum to learn about its many educational resources. Classroom teachers, homeschool teachers, and pre-service student teachers from preschool through college qualify for the program.
Free Teacher Tuesday passes must be obtained in advance by filling out the interest form the week prior to the desired Teacher Tuesday. The interest form opens each Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. and closes at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, unless capacity has been reached. Pass availability is on a first-come, first-served basis and capacity may vary each week. Teacher passes are not available at the gatehouse.
Complete the interest form to register for the next Teacher Tuesday.