School Programs
The Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC) provides dynamic, curriculum-aligned science experiences that enrich classroom learning and deepen students’ understanding of natural systems, biodiversity, and Kansas’ unique wetland environments. Whether you bring your class to Cheyenne Bottoms or invite our educators into your school, each program is designed to strengthen science instruction through hands-on exploration.
All programs are available free of charge.
Most program sessions run 45 minutes to one hour, with flexibility based on age and class needs. Groups can select multiple sessions to build a half-day/full-day field trip experience. A covered picnic shelter with seating for 80-100 is available for a sack lunch break. Sessions that include outdoor hikes and visits to Cheyenne Bottoms offer extended opportunities for field investigation, observation, and real-world application of science concepts. Whenever possible, we bring life to learning with live plants and animals, interactive materials, and activities designed to get your students thinking, touching, observing, and discovering.
Because our schedule fills quickly - especially in early fall and late spring - we encourage early booking. Due to availability and program preparation needs, short notice requests may be difficult to accommodate.
Click below to download our full list of program options, with descriptions including the Kansas science standards addressed at each grade level, making it easy to integrate these experiences into your existing curriculum. While some programs are designed with specific ages in mind, we’re happy to tailor content to match your students’ developmental level and learning goals.
If you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, reach out - our team can adapt existing programs or design new, nature-rich learning experiences to support your curriculum and enhance your students’ understanding of the natural world.
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