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 | Location | Other Location Name | DNS Unit or MDC Program | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DNS 1st Grade Teacher Workshop (DeSoto Primary School Teachers Only) | DeSoto Primary School | DNS First Grade | - | |
| DNS K Teacher Workshop (DeSoto Primary School Teachers Only) | DeSoto Primary School | DNS Kindergarten | - | |
| DNS 2nd Teacher Workshop (DeSoto Primary School Teachers Only) | DeSoto Primary School | DNS Second Grade | - | |
| Unleashed Workshop for Kellybrook Elementary | Kellybrook Elem School | Nature Unleashed | - | |
| Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) Training: Hybrid Online/In-Person | Heritage Elementary | MO National Archery in the Schools Programs (MoNASP) | - | |
| Basic Archery Instructor Training (BAI) | North Wood Elem. | MO National Archery in the Schools Programs (MoNASP) | - |
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.
