The Santa Clara County Office of Education is proud to offer its newest program, Windows to Our Watershed (WOW).
This unique program takes learning from the classroom to local creeks, rivers, and bay and encourages learning
through interactive science lessons.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Two program components offer schools flexible learning opportunities for 3rd-6th graders. On school site and off school site
explorations will introduce students to marine and freshwater communities, and provide direction for watershed
stweardship through hands-on learning programs.
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THE CURRICULUM
The activities chosen as well as the type of field study are especially geared to individual grade levels. All
activities are correlated to meet California Science Content Standards.
EXPLORATIONS
Each exploration will begin with a brief ecological introduction to the area, interactive activities, and engaging field
studies.
- On-site Explorations
The on-site portion of the program targets school sites that have a stream,
creek or pond within walking distance and will help schools take advantage of
local ongoing learning opportunities.
- Off-site Explorations
The off-site portion of the program will be conducted at a slough or wetland
near the school.
SCHEDULING
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a program, please call Walden West Center at (408) 867-5950.
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