Longwood Gardens offers interdisciplinary professional development programs designed to inspire and empower PreK – 12 educators. Our hands-on, curriculum-based workshops integrate the beauty and science of nature with practical strategies for classroom application. Participants will gain valuable resources and lesson plan ideas that foster curiosity and creativity in their students, all while earning ACT 48 hours.
Our Teacher Professional Development programs are supported by a generous donation from The Wilson Family Foundation.
Upcoming Opportunities
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Every Drop Counts: Sustainability and Water in the Garden
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Every Drop Counts: Sustainability and Water in the Garden
Take a deep dive into helping your students understand how essential water is to people and ecosystems, and how our actions can create a positive ripple effect on the environment, all while earning two Act 48 hours.
Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:00 pm -
Botany Inspired Design: Biomimicry in the Classroom
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Botany Inspired Design: Biomimicry in the Classroom
Examine plant adaptations and use them as inspiration for engineering and design challenges for your students, all while earning four Act 48 hours.
Friday, March 20, 2026 at 9:00 am -
Benefits of Nature: Nature Journaling
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Benefits of Nature: Nature Journaling
Learn about nature journaling and how to implement in your classroom, all while earning four Act 48 hours.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 9:00 am -
Container Gardens as Classroom Science Labs
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Container Gardens as Classroom Science Labs
Dig into the science and learning potential of preparing and using container gardens in your classroom or schoolyard, all while earning two Act 48 hours.
Tuesday, May 19 2026, at 5:00 pm -
What's The Buzz? Environmental Action Through Pollinator Science
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What's The Buzz? Environmental Action Through Pollinator Science
Investigate the mystery of declining pollinator populations and how your students can help, all while earning two Act 48 hours.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 5:00 pm