Soil Science Workshop
Join AGI and NRCS June 22-26 in Corvallis, Oregon for an immersive soils workshop designed for middle and high school science teachers. Engage with professionals, explore hands-on activities, and participate in a field excursion. Applications are now open!
Workshop Description
The Soil Science Workshop (SSW) aims to enhance participants’ understanding of soil science and its application within educational curricula. Held alongside the NCSS Soil Survey Conference, the workshop offers a comprehensive learning experience with presentations from leading soil scientists, interactive sessions with educators, and a full-day field excursion. Participants will be provided with conference registration, room, and board for the duration of the workshop and will be reimbursed up to $800 for travel expenses.
Overview of the 2025 Soil Science Workshop in Corvallis, Oregon
- June 22: Arrive in Corvallis
- June 23: Conference presentations and workshop
- June 24: Field excursion
- June 25: Conference presentations and workshop
- June 26: Soil Science Workshop wrap up, depart Corvallis
Apply Now!
Review of applications will begin April 4 and will continue until the workshop is filled. Contact outreach@americangeosciences.org with any questions.
2024 SSW - Platteville, WI
Teachers from across the country gathered in Platteville, WI for the Soil Science Workshop for science educators. During the workshop, attendees engaged in conference presentations, participated in hands-on soil labs, visited field sites, and interacted with soil scientists, gaining valuable insights and practical knowledge in soil science.
Teacher Reviews of the 2024 SSW
- Participating in the 2024 North Central Regional NCSS Conference as a high school teacher has ignited my interest in soil science! Working closely with a professor in the lab and professionals in the field was rejuvenating, as I acquired a great deal of new knowledge and passion. I will be bringing pertinent content, experiential methodology, and contagious excitement back to my classroom this fall. The collaboration between teachers and professionals is brilliant and benefits both parties; the enthusiasm that we teachers bring back to our classrooms will surely inspire the soil scientists of future generations. Excellent conference for educators!!
- This conference was the best way that I have found to collaborate with actual scientists working in the field. It gave me a chance to learn incredible curriculum while also observing experts in the field of soil science as they presented their research and discussed how they use science practices in their careers.