Connect2Texas

Presented by Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Grades: 6-12

Cost: FREE

Date: November 19

Time: 10:00-10:50 a.m. CST

"We celebrate the past to awaken the future." - President John F. Kennedy August 14, 1960

Journey back to the fateful day of the Kennedy assassination and experience the emotion of that historical event through actual photographs and firsthand accounts. More than 60 photographs from the Museum's collections provide a backdrop to a dramatic voice-over by our Curator. Learn about a key moment in Texas and American history from the people who witnessed the events of November 22, 1963.

• Veterans Day, Honoring All Who Served (Grades 1-12)
• Poppies: Celebrating Veterans Day (Grades K-5)

The recording option is still available for registration!

The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.

Presented by Imagination Fort Worth

Grades: Prek-2

Cost: FREE

All curriculum is available in English and Spanish.

Each month we feature a different book with a video reading by Ms. Esme the Hat Lady, in both English and Spanish, along with a featured art form video. December is Grandma’s Gift by Eric Velasquez, which takes place over Christmas break where a grandma takes her grandson to a museum for a special project. There they discover they are connected to a famous artwork through their culture and history, leading to a special Christmas gift. Our featured art form with this book will teach students a Latin dance.

RECORDING - The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.

Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Grades: 3-8

Cost: FREE

Date: December 1

Times: 9:00 a.m. or 10:15 a.m. CST

Redfish are one of the most popular sportfish in Texas. Whether you are fly fishing, using live bait, or artificial plastics, fishermen love to catch and eat this delicious fish. Join in to learn more about these popular fish, how to identify them, where they live, and what Texas Parks and Wildlife does to ensure there is a healthy fishery for present and future generations of fishermen.

RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days after the live program.

Note: The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.

Presented by McDonald Observatory, University of Texas

Grades: Prek-5 or 5-12

Cost: FREE

Date: December 1

Times: 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., or 1:00 p.m. CST

Contact teachers@mcdonaldobservatory.org to request a specific date/time.

Come visit McDonald Observatory without leaving your home or classroom! Learn about Mr. McDonald, who loved nature and science. Learn about what happens here and how astronomers use telescopes to study all kinds of things in the universe.

Presented by Petroleum Museum

Grades: Prek-6

Cost: $75 (includes extension activities)

Dates: December 1, 8, or 15

Times: 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 3:00 p.m. CST

Contact education@petroleummuseum.org to request a specific date/time.

Students will learn about the Museum’s live animal collection up close while also learning about important science concepts such as adaptations, ecosystems, food chains, animal classifications, and much more. Animals featured include a prairie dog, bearded dragon, snakes, rabbits, and more.

Presented by Bullock Texas State History Museum

Grades: 4-11

Cost: FREE

Date: December 10

Times: 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., or 1:00 p.m. CST

Contact distance.learning@thestoryoftexas.com to request a specific date/time.

Why did people move to Texas from other countries? What challenges and opportunities did they face? A Museum Educator will discuss the four primary waves of immigration to the United States through Texas from 1845-1924, the history behind the movement of people to Texas then and now, interesting stories from immigrants, and show artifacts that people brought with them on the journey. Many of the stories of immigration to Texas can also be compared to the characteristics of immigration to the United States.

Click here to see our recorded program options. Some programs are available now, and some will not be available until after the live program date/time. Registration is required to receive access to a recording. You will receive a link within 1-3 business days to watch at your convenience once the recording is available.

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Bullock Texas State History Museum

Don Harrington Discovery Center

George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

The Grace Museum

Imagination Fort Worth

McDonald Observatory

National Museum of the Pacific War

Old Jail Art Center

Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum

Petroleum Museum

Sixth Floor Museum

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Texas State Aquarium

Texas Wildlife Association

The Printing Museum

The Witte Museum

REGISTRATIONS

• Anyone from around the world can participate in C2TX programs, including those from public, private, charter, and home schools. (NOTE: A student minimum may apply in some cases.)
• ALL programs are interactive unless designated as "non-interactive" or "recording" in the title. (NOTE: Interactive requires camera and microphone.)
  
• Cancellations must be made through the website at least 48 hours in advance.

EQUIPMENT

• Teachers must be able to connect using Zoom.
• All interactive classes must have a working camera and microphone so that the presenter can see/hear students.
• Teachers should test Zoom at https://zoom.us/test prior to their program date to make sure everything is working correctly.

For additional information or questions, contact c2tx@esc11.net.

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Content Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed are those of the contributing members of Connect2Texas and do not necessarily represent the views of the Education Service Center Region 11. While some content is deemed appropriate for various curriculum standards used by viewers nationwide, most content providers make an effort to tie their content to the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).

Connect2Texas is a service of the Education Service Center Region 11.

Email: c2tx@esc11.net
Website: www.connect2texas.net
Location: 1451 S, Cherry Lane, Fort Worth, TX, United States
Phone: 817-740-7516
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Connect2Texas/178380812237957
Twitter: @connect2texas

NS 11/4/2021