Cary BIORETS: Engaging Teachers in Ecosystem Science for a Changing World
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies,·Millbrook, NY·2026 cycle
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The Research Experiences for Teachers (BIORETS) program at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, located in Millbrook, NY, will support 9 teachers for 6 weeks during the summer and an additional 14 days during the academic year. Through collaborative research projects and professional development activities that promote reflection, teamwork, and teacher leadership, the Cary BIORETS program aims to enhance teacher capacity to build the ecological knowledge of their students and increase their proficiency with science practices. We invite teachers in any STEM field to apply for this opportunity. This program will cultivate teacher leadership that extends its impact beyond the immediate confines of participating teachers' classrooms. Each teacher will produce instructional materials and contribute to an education publication based on their research and experiences. Some participants will have the opportunity to attend regional or national conferences to share their innovative curricula and other knowledge generated from their BIORETS experience. Through the Cary BIORETS program teachers will: Increase their knowledge of ecology Develop their skills in conducting original research, including research design, implementation, and data analysis Increase their knowledge of effective pedagogy and curriculum design for building ecological and data literacy Be part of a collaborative community of middle and high school teachers, scientists and educational researchers. Cary BIORETS Includes: Six weeks of collaborative research in the field of ecology Three virtual school-year follow up sessions to support implementation of new curriculum A culminating in-person, two-day writing workshop Mentorship by Cary scientists Collaborative professional learning opportunities Support to present at a regional conference or national conference Funding for purchasing classroom materials You will receive a confirmation email after your application is submitted.
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Teachers who are eligible: Work as a middle or high school teacher in a STEM field (including biology, Earth science, physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, engineering) Have worked in a classroom for at least one year Have an interest in increasing your and your students’ ecological literacy Be able to commit to the entirety of the program, including teaching new curriculum materials We are particularly interested in teachers who: Work with historically marginalized and underserved students Work in under-resourced schools, including those in rural and urban communities. Have limited access to professional learning opportunities Want to engage in the translation of cutting edge research into meaningful learning experiences for students Teachers supported with NSF funds in BIORETS projects must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States.
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