Teacher Portal
Welcome to the Teacher Portal
The Teacher Portal is your gateway to Missouri’s rich ecology and conservation education resources! Dive into our Discover Nature Schools curriculum, which aligns/supports Missouri Learning Standards in science and connects students to their local ecosystems through engaging Missouri and conservation-focused topics. Discover Nature Fishing, where students can experience local waters and Missouri’s fish species firsthand, is another exciting program to explore. Plus, check out the Missouri National Archery in the Schools Program and the Hunter Education and Firearms Safety courses. Don't miss opportunities for grants, free teacher workshops, and a wide range of classroom resources that bring conservation to life for your students.
Upcoming Workshops
| Workshop | MDC Office | Other Location Name | DNS Unit or MDC Program | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Education Instructor Certification Workshop | Rolla Office | Hunter Education | - | |
| DNF - Clarkton Elementary | Clarkton Elem. | Discover Nature Fishing | - | |
| DNS - Unleashed Teacher Workshop, Joplin, MO | Shoal Creek Conservation and Education Center | Nature Unleashed | - | |
| Volunteer Hunter Education Instructor Training | Northeast Regional Office | Hunter Education | - | |
| MONASP BAI | Lost Valley Hatchery | MO National Archery in the Schools Programs (MoNASP) | - | |
| DNS - Exploring Missouri 1st Grade Teacher Workshop, Joplin, MO | Shoal Creek Conservation and Education Center | DNS First Grade | - | |
| Hunter Education Instructor Certification Workshop | Shepherd of the Hills Hatch Conservation Center | Hunter Education | - | |
| Discover Nature-Fishing Teacher Training | Shepherd of the Hills Hatch Conservation Center | Discover Nature Fishing | - |
Discover Nature
A field experience allows students to demonstrate and apply knowledge from the lessons at school in a natural setting. Field experiences help students become systems thinkers, learn the skills of scientific inquiry, and understand that science doesn’t only happen in a laboratory or classroom. Get helpful planning tips in this short video.
