East Portland…Naturally
Saturday, November 5, 2022
Course Number TBA 1 Credit $140
There can be additional materials and entrance fees. Check with the instructor for specific details for this class.
In this exciting new class, we’ll discover some of East Portland’s newest and most important natural, historical and cultural sites. Along the way, we will learn about local geology and how to identify a variety of native bird species while exploring Powell Butte Nature Park. Later, we will visit newly created Verdell Burdine Rutherford Park to see its exciting new artwork. We will also visit Luuwit View Park and brand new Gateway Green Park, where we will discover a variety of recreational and cultural learning opportunities for students. During the day, we will learn to identify dozens of plants and trees as we explore the trails of each park. Most importantly, we’ll discuss ways to bring the study of nature, art, local history and culture to our students through meaningful classroom lessons and field trips. Our adventures will provide ideas that will energize history, science, math and art activities across the curriculum in K-12 classrooms.
Hidden Hillsboro
Sunday, November 6, 2022
Course Number SS410V or SS 510V 1 Credit $140
There can be additional materials and entrance fees. Check with the instructor for specific details for this class.
In this fun and diversified class, we will explore Downtown Hillsboro, Jackson Bottom wetlands and the Grand Lodge in Forest Grove in the morning. Later in the day, we will tour the campus of Pacific University, before concluding at the Rice Rock Museum in Hillsboro. This class will focus on local history, art, and the natural world. Dozens of ideas will be discussed for bringing information to students, through classroom lessons and field trips.
Historic Oregon City
Saturday-Sunday, November 12-13, 2022
Course Number HI406z or HI506Z 2 Credits $250
There can be additional materials and entrance fees. Check with the instructor for specific details for this class.
Explore two museums and three historic homes that focus on the Oregon Trail, Clackamas County History and pioneer life. We’ll also explore the historic section of the city, and we’ll ride the municipal elevator that connects the upper and lower cities. Discussions, and visits to several historic murals will provide lots of ideas for making history come alive for your students.
OMSI & More
Saturday, November 19, 2022
Course Number SS411b or SS511b 1 Credit $140
There can be additional materials and entrance fees. Check with the instructor for specific details for this class.
Discover dozens of science, history, art and architectural lesson ideas, as we tour two impressive museums on Portland’s east side. We’ll visit OMSI and the Oregon Rail Heritage Center, and we will tour the outside exhibits adjacent to OMSI and discuss the natural and human history of the Willamette River. Along the way, we’ll discover lots of ideas for bringing the study of science, history and math to the classroom.
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