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Academy Educators connecting students around the world, virtually!

Teachers can share our livestreams in their own virtual classrooms. ©@aweblossm88

Classroom view of our Earth Day program.

Academy educators can bring real skulls into your virtual classroom.

Students participating in the Spooktacular Science livestream series. ©@baughamjennee

From our Waddle Like a Penguin livestream ©@rockets150

Academy Educator teaching outside among the Redwoods

Distance Learning

Meet Academy educators online from your home or classroom via interactive livestreams for K-8 students.

Connect virtually with Academy educators from your home or classroom! Distance Learning livestreams bring our experts, animals, and collections to students over the internet—and all programs remain free of charge during the pandemic.

Free livestreams for K-8 students nationwide

Our programs are open to all K-8 students wherever they are set up to engage in learning during the school day.

Each livestream is a lesson taught by professional educators, which is broadcast for free to YouTube. Events feature hands-on activities or kinesthetic movement that students can do while tuning in. Teachers or adult guardians must register in advance for their student(s) to participate.

Registration is now open for the following broadcasts!

Programs are designed for particular grades levels, but all are welcome to attend these free broadcasts.

Thursday, May 16, 2024 | Chat with a Scientist (Grades 5-8)
9:45 am PT

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a scientist? Are you fascinated by the mysteries of the ocean and the vibrant ecosystems that thrive beneath the waves? Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with Dr. Pim Bongaerts, an expert in coral biology at the California Academy of Sciences, as he shares his passion for marine life and the importance of coral reefs in our global ecosystem.

During this program, you'll get to explore the fascinating journey of a scientist's life – from childhood curiosity to groundbreaking research. Stick ‘til the end for a Q&A segment where Pim will answer your burning questions. Mark your calendars, submit your questions, and join us for an unforgettable journey beneath the waves!

To get word in your inbox when registration opens for any new programs, consider signing up for our Educator Enews.

Registration has closed for the following programs

Recordings will become available on the program website the afternoon after the morning broadcast.

Friday, September 15, 2023 | Claude’s Hatchday (Grades 2-4)

Friday, October 27, 2023 | Spooktacular Skulls (Grades 3-5)

Friday, December 15, 2023 | Helping Baby Corals Thrive (Grades 3-5)

Friday, January 19, 2024 | It's National Penguin Day! (Grades K-2)

Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | Total Solar Eclipse (Grades 5-8)

Monday, April 22, 2024 | Celebrating Ecosystems: Earth Day 2024 (Grades 4-6)

Who participates in Distance Learning from the Academy?

Classrooms, libraries, and homeschool families have connected with our educators. We've served groups from around the county, and have even delivered programs to students abroad!

View the map of sites served since 2014

Select recordings from the 2022-2023 school year

October 13, 2022 | Mission to the Moon (Grades K-2)

December 13, 2022 | 'Tis the Season: Fit for Cold (Grades 3-5)

April 21, 2023 | Coral Reef Communities: Making Earth Day Every Day (Grades 3-6)