Welcome Educators!

Thanks to a generous endowment gift from the Rainwater Charitable Foundation, The BRIT SEED (Science-based Experiential Education Design) School for educators, located in the Suzanne Rall Peacock Education Center, inspires and supports educators in connecting children to nature through the use of outdoor classrooms, nature, and urban environments. 

Embracing a “sense of place” philosophy, The BRIT SEED School utilizes hands-on, real-world learning experiences that encourage individuals to “develop stronger ties to their community, enhance appreciation for the natural world, and create a heightened commitment to serving as active, contributing citizens” (David Sobel, Place-Based Education)

 Professional Development

Intelligent, finely crafted, and soulful are some of the ways educators have described BRIT’s professional development.  We honor and support educators by providing continuing education opportunities that emphasize science content, outdoor inquiry, place-based education, and culturally responsive teaching. 

Program leaders utilize research-based best practices to guide you through experiential activities-- learning content that aligns with state standards (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) and practical techniques that empower children to engage in learning. Even though BRIT’s professional development emphasizes science education, we embrace an interdisciplinary approach to learning about the natural world: providing learning opportunities in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and art.  

BRIT is a registered professional development provider for the State Board of Educator Certification. Educators participating in our programs receive Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit for the state of Texas. 

Your registration fees go a long way at BRIT.  They include high quality educator resources, meals, CPE credits, and time for planning and reflection.  

We encourage you to bring your learning journal or field notebook with you.  Be sure to wear comfortable clothes appropriate for outdoor activities. You might also consider joining in our sustainability pledge by bringing a reusable water bottle.  

Upcoming Workshops, Programs, and Institutes
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School and District-Wide Professional Development
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Wendy Owsley Garrett Science Teacher Award
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Teacher Resource Center

You are invited to be our guest at the Teacher Resource Center (TRC).  Explore our resources and enjoy our amazing view of BRIT’s native Texas prairie while you grade papers, work on lesson plans, and network with colleagues. 

The TRC houses a collection of teaching guides, children’s books, and scientific equipment which teachers can borrow, take, and use for personal and classroom enrichment at no cost other than a deposit on the materials.  

TRC Resources and Deposit Information

Hours of Operation

Monday–Friday
By appointment

3rd Tuesday of every month (Teacher Tuesdays)
3-8 p.m.

3rd Saturday of every month
10 a.m. -2 p.m.

To schedule an appointment outside of these times,
please call Tracy Friday at 817.546.8693 or tfriday@brit.org.
 

Teacher Tuesday Discussions

We hope you will join us for our upcoming Teacher Tuesday discussion topics.  Registration is not necessary--just stop on by and see us!  Discussion are from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wine and light refreshments are provided.

• Successful Strategies to Grow Young Authors and Scientists 
  January 17th (Flyer)
• Growing a Garden of Reading Ideas for Science 
  February 21st (Flyer)
• Popcorn and a Movie: A Simple Question-The Story of STRAW (Students and Teachers Restoring a Watershed)
  March 6th (This program will begin at 5:30 p.m.)
  (Flyer)
• Cider Tasting Event: A Celebration for Teachers
  April 17th (Flyer)

Two CPE credits are available for each of these discussion groups at $5 per credit. Please RSVP to Tracy Friday at tfriday@brit.org.