Teacher Recommendation for Bears or Wolves

Why a Teacher Recommendation?

Teton Science Schools is offering 10-day programs for middle school students this summer. Your recommendation is part of a competitive application process March 1st - May 1st. After May 1st, we will choose students to receive scholarships to help cover the program cost of $1985.

In addition to your recommendation, students will also be asked to fill out a questionnaire that includes short answer questions. Based on the number of great applicants we receive, we will be awarding scholarships to cover 40-60% of the program cost.

We value your recommendations! Thank you for your time and care.

Program Descriptions

Wolves: Entering Grades 6-7
July 24 - Aug 2, 2024
In our Wolves program, participants join us for ten days of adventure in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, learning about the natural world around us! Participants will step into the shoes of ecologists, geologists, and wildlife biologists, as they spend four days exploring Grand Teton National Park, lodging at the Jackson Campus, and four days of frontcountry camping in Yellowstone National Park. On foot, by canoe, and on belay, soaring on our high ropes course, students will make lasting friendships and memories, while practicing science in our breathtaking ecosystem. Please note that this program requires students to carry a day pack (~10 lbs) for approximately 3 to 4 miles over uneven terrain each day.

Bears: Entering Grades 8-9
July 15-24, 2024
Join us for ten days of adventure in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, learning about the natural world around us! Participants will step into the shoes of ecologists, geologists, hydrologists, wildlife biologists, and conservation leaders, as they spend four days frontcountry exploring Grand Teton National Park lodging at the historic Kelly Campus and four days backcountry backpacking in scenic Grand Teton National Park. On foot, and by canoe, students will make lasting friendships and memories, while practicing science in our breathtaking ecosystem. Please note that this program requires students to carry a ~40 lbs pack for approximately 15 miles total over multiple days on uneven terrain.

Participant Information

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Teacher Information

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Recommendation

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