2025 Baxter Symposium Session

Presenters: Erin O'Shaughnessey and Janice Coleman-Mathus, Lindblom Math and Science Academy

Join us for an engaging workshop on bringing science to life beyond the classroom! This session will focus on practical strategies for integrating focused field trips, science fairs, guest speakers, and local resources into science education. Teachers will participate in an open discussion on how they connect classroom learning with the vast scientific opportunities available in Chicago, including museums, research centers, and community programs. One of the key goals of this workshop is to collaborate on a shared Google Drive folder filled with lesson plans, activity guides, and museum-specific materials to help streamline future trips and engagements. Whether you’re looking for new ways to make science more interactive or hoping to learn from other educators’ experiences, this workshop will provide valuable insights and resources to enhance student learning outside the traditional classroom setting.