practical support for great science teaching
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Our Community in the Classroom program connects scientist volunteers with classrooms in Alameda County public elementary schools. Volunteers give fun, hands-on presentations on a wide variety of topics connected to elementary science standards. CRS Member Teachers can request these free presentations at any time!
In the past year, we've trained 48 classroom volunteers who have in turn reached over 600 children in Alameda County elementary schools. Kids, teachers, and volunteers alike love this program!
Interested in volunteering? Learn more about:
• Frequently Asked Questions for Volunteers
• Training
• Current and Past Volunteer Presentations
• Program Policy
• Application for Scientist-Teacher Partnership Program
• Sign Up Today!
Would you like to request a volunteer for your classroom or learn more about what's available? Community in the Classroom presentations are available to any CRS Member Teacher. You must be a Member Teacher to sign up! Click below to learn more:
• Frequently Asked Questions for TeachersClick here for past and present lesson plans developed by Community in the Classroom volunteers. Our lesson plans are designed to be replicated in the classroom and completed in about 60 minutes.
To learn more, please visit the volunteer or teacher links above or contact Cecille Harris at Community Resources for Science:
phone: (510) 527-5212
"It was great to have a young scientist and role model in the classroom."
—3rd grade teacher
"I was a little nervous ahead of time, but once I got into the classroom it just
started to be fun!"
—CIC volunteer
"I learned magnificent things. It's pretty cool to know about plants!"
—3rd grade student
"The kids really enjoyed themselves...and seemed very excited that I was there."
—CIC Volunteer