STEM Goes Wild! - Prospect Park Zoo

Grades: K-5th
Time: Activities from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fee: $200 / $150 (off-peak)

Want to get in on the secret? Join us for STEM Goes Wild! at the Zoo! Your class will be given a modified Zoo map so they can track down stations and mini programs throughout the Zoo. These activities may take the form of science experiments, data collection, hands-on activities, animal observations and more! Each class will also receive a timed ticket for a private animal meet and greet.

Schedule STEM Goes Wild day for your entire grade or school or join us on one of our pre-planned days!

Spooky Science Day (K - 5th)
Come explore the zoo through STEM activities with a spooky twist! At Spooky Science Day, you and your students will discover the zoo's most ghoulishly cool scientific secrets.
October 18th

Wild Adaptations Stem Day (K - 5th)
Put your survival skills to the test to explore the adaptations plants and animals rely on to survive in their habitats!
April 4th
May 2nd

Book your own day (Minimum of 5 classes ($1,000), up to 12; based on availability)
Grades K-2: Animal Diversity - How are animals the same and different?
Grades 3-5: Adapted to Survive - How are animals adapted to survive in their habitat?

Registration

If you would like to schedule a Prospect Park Zoo Education program, please complete the Prospect Park Zoo Program Request Form or call the Education Department at 800-433-4149, Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm. You can also email ppzeducation@wcs.org with any questions about education programs or the registration process.
Once your booking has been made, an invoice with program information, including date & time, will be sent to you. This letter is valid for free general admission for your classes & must be shown at the entrance gate on the scheduled dates.
A $50 change fee will be incurred if the school needs to change the program dates.
If you’re interested in learning about new and exciting education opportunities at the Prospect Park Zoo, please sign up for our email list here!

Class Size

PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN: Maximum class size is 25 students & 7 adults, including the teacher.
1ST GRADE & UP: Maximum class size is 35 students & 7 adults, including the teacher.
Schools are not allowed to combine classes to reach the maximum class size.
School & camp groups are required to provide a minimum of 1 adult chaperone for every 10 children & chaperones must remain with their group at all times.
SPECIAL NEEDS CLASSES: We welcome students with special needs. Please be sure to mention special needs or disabilities when registering so that we can place your class in a wheelchair-accessible classroom. We require one adult for every two students in a special education class with a maximum class size of 12 students.

Payment Policy

Payment in full is due at least 4 weeks prior to the program date & ASAP if booked within 4 weeks.
Under no circumstances will a program be held without full payment in advance or a Purchase Order.
Payment may be made by check, credit card, or Purchase Order.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be received in writing by email, ppzeducation@wcs.org, or fax, (718) 733-9545.
Cancellations made at least 4 weeks in advance will receive a 50% refund.
There are no refunds for programs cancelled less than 4 weeks prior to the scheduled date of program.

Late Arrivals

Due to a very full schedule, programs will not be extended for late-arriving groups beyond the scheduled end time. Staff will make every attempt to cover as much material as possible in the time available. Please obtain information on how to locate us in advance of your trip by visiting the directions page on our website.

Weather Conditions

Programs are held rain or shine unless trips are cancelled by school officials or a zoo closure is in effect. Please encourage children to dress appropriately for outdoor activities.

For General Admission Only

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For more information please call 800-433-4149 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday (except holidays), or email ppzeducation@wcs.org with any questions about education programs or the registration process.