| Herpetology 101 |
9-12 |
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Interact with live amphibians and reptiles from the region to discover how adaptations help species succeed in nature. Advanced behavior, anatomy, and morphological adaptations will be explored by students. |
| Investigate an Ecosystem |
9-12 |
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With the Schrader Center educators, create a custom program in which your students design and conduct a scientific inquiry that utilizes research protocols and advanced technology to sample one ecosystem in-depth or sample two ecosystems for comparison studies. |
| The Science of Nature |
9-12 |
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Explore the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere of Oglebay Park through the eyes of a naturalist. Students evaluate environmental factors that affect the succession, populations and communities of our region. |
| Stretch & Flex |
9-12 |
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Stress flexibility, muscle development and control using chairs & floor. |
| Appalachian Dance |
9-12 |
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Try some “down home” dancing. Learn basic clogging steps and a short routine set to Appalachian music. |
FREE!
Mat Cutting Workshop |
9-12 |
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Learn how to measure, mat and mount artwork for presentation and inclusion in the Regional Student Art Exhibit. Exhibit entry fee is waived for workshop participants. Free program sponsored by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation. |
| Create Your Own Project |
9-12 |
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OI art educators will customize a visual arts project based on your curriculum. Projects can be integrated into a variety of subject areas such as science, social studies, math and literature. |
FREE!
Digital Portfolio Prep |
11-12 |
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Students will utilize Oglebay Institute’s professional photography studio to photograph their two-dimensional and three-dimensional artwork to develop a professional, digital portfolio. OI instructors train students on how to use the state-of-the-art digital cameras, which backdrops to use, proper lighting techniques and more. Free program sponsored by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation. |
| Primary Sources for the Classroom |
10 |
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Primary sources such as letters, invoices, and advertisements, along with photographs and 3-dimensional objects offer students an opportunity to research and discover more about the city in which they live. Using the collections of the Museums of Oglebay Institute, students will analyze and interpret documents and images related to industries and people in the Ohio Valley while answering pre-written questions. |
