Outdoor Education Workshop
The Outdoor Classroom: Integrating the Outdoors into Every Subject
Bring your curriculum outdoors
Join us on February 17 for an inspiring professional development workshop at The Janus School. Discover how outdoor learning benefits students across all subjects—not just science. Our experienced team, including our science teacher, art teacher, and counselor, will guide you through hands-on activities that showcase the research-backed benefits of outdoor education, adaptable strategies for any setting, and creative ways to engage students in the natural world.
Earn 3.5 Act 48 hours
Workshop Details
The benefits of outdoor learning are well-documented, from increased engagement to improved social-emotional skills. But many teachers ask: “Can this apply to my subject?” At The Janus School, we believe the answer is a resounding yes!
Monday, February 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Janus School
205 Lefever Road
Mount Joy, PA 17552
General Registration: $80
Includes ACT 48 hours and lunch
This workshop includes outdoor activities, so be prepared for cold temperatures and possible precipitation. Wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for walking on uneven surfaces. The workshop will be held rain or shine unless road conditions become unsafe due to extreme weather. Any weather-related cancellations will be communicated promptly via email and text to all participants.
Please fill out the form below to register and pay by February 10. For any questions, contact Bev DeRise at bderise@thejanusschool.org.
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What to Expect
Research shows outdoor learning boosts student engagement, creativity, and well-being. Whether you teach math, history, language arts, or science, there are simple, impactful ways to engage your students beyond the classroom walls. Our expert team will lead participants through hands-on activities in various campus spaces, offering examples and insights that teachers can take back to their own classrooms.
You’ll leave with practical strategies, lesson ideas, and a renewed appreciation for the potential of outdoor learning.
Why attend?
- Gain strategies to bring your curriculum outdoors—no matter your school’s environment.
- Collaborate with colleagues and leave with actionable lesson ideas that will excite your students.
- Explore our campus’s unique spaces: woods, stream, greenhouse, garden, and more!