Middle and High School Programs

Environmental Programs at the Preserves

CCFPD offers a variety of programming topics focused on the disciplinary core ideas and cross-cutting concepts in the Next Generation Science Standards (IL. Standards for Science). They are coupled with active learning experiences modeling a number of science and engineering practices. Develop, Plan and Analyze with us!

Illinois Ecosystems

Students will explore three ecosystems of Illinois: forest, prairie and wetland. Together we will learn some of the natural history of these ecosystems, how humans have impacted them, and what plant and animal species are thriving in these special habitats today.

Year-Round
Grades: 6-12
Program Length: 1.5-2 hours
Common Core: SL1, SL3

Mammal Morphology

We will explore the body structures of Illinois mammals, the relationship between the form and function, and how adaptations aid survival through the use of skulls, pelts and bones.

Year-Round
Grades: 6-12
Program Length: 1-1.5 hours
Common Core: SL1, SL3

Tree ID

In this program, students will learn how to identify trees by their features. Together we will discover how to use a dichotomous key and take a hike to identify some of Illinois' most common tree species.

April-October
Grades: 6-12
Program Length: 1-1.5 hours
Common Core: SL1, SL3

Contact

Cultural & Plant Science
Selena Gonzalez
[email protected]
(217) 586-2612

Environmental
Patrick Ahasic
[email protected]
(217) 896-2455