Professional Learning at the Arboretum
The Dallas Arboretum provides year-round CPE credit opportunities for educators who want to get their students outside of the classroom by building academic connections to the world around them through garden-based learning experiences.
We are excited to offer both in-person and online professional learning experiences to keep you connected to the garden and growing as an educator. All sessions include TEA-approved Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit.
Don’t see what you are looking for? We can create custom professional learning workshops for your team at the Arboretum or at your site. Contact education@dallasarboretum.org for more information.
2025 – 2026 Professional Learning
Learning is more fun with a colleague! Each ticket includes free registration for a guest and complimentary parking for one car.
Zero-G Greenhouses: The Science of Space Agriculture
Presented in partnership with the Frontiers of Flight Museum
June 5, 2026 | 9am-3pm
Grades K – 12 | 6 hours of CPE
In-person at the Frontiers of Flight Museum
6911 Lemmon Ave, Dallas, TX 75209
Discover how plants help us explore the final frontier! In this hands-on professional learning session, educators will dig into the science and innovation behind growing food in space. Explore real NASA experiments, build simple hydroponic models and design creative lessons that bring space gardening into your classroom. Walk away with practical STEM activities, cross-curricular connections and fresh ideas to inspire the next generation of explorers and problem-solvers. Registration includes complimentary daytime admission for one visit to the Dallas Arboretum through December 31, 2026.
Member: $60
Guest: $75
Science Studio: Exploring the Intersection of Science and Art
Step into our studio where curiosity and creativity collide! Experience art in bloom as you explore Bunnies, Birds & Butterflies, a larger-than-life garden exhibition featuring sculptures by internationally recognized artist Hunt Slonem. Experiment with colors, patterns, and materials and create works of art inspired by nature. Return to your classroom with creative ideas to bring science to life for your students.
Member: $60
Guest: $75
Soaring Into the Science of Birds
Bring the fascinating science of birds into your classroom through hands-on learning and nature exploration. In this engaging session, we will dive into a variety of bird structures and functions, explore the wonders of flight and migration, and learn the basics of birdwatching. By the end of the workshop, educators will feel confident integrating bird science into their curriculum while inspiring connection to the natural world.
Member: $60
Guest: $75
Online Asynchronous Program: Take Science Outside!
May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026
Grades K – 6 | 3 hours of CPE
Member: $25
Guest: $30
Information:
Online course content will be available for completion at your own pace May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026. You can register for this course up to May 1, 2026. The course will take approximately 3 hours to complete. Registration includes 2 complimentary general admission tickets to the Dallas Arboretum! Tickets valid 7 days a week, 9am-5pm.
Description:
Create some green time for your students! Join this session to explore simple, easy-to-implement ideas for engaging your students in science activities outside. Emphasis will be placed on using materials that are easy to find, both at home and at school. Topics include life cycles, structure and function, interdependence and forms of energy.
Education at the Arboretum
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