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Lawrence Hall of Science

www.lawrencehallofscience.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit, Museum

Mission:
LHS is both a public science center and a research unit in pre-college science and mathematics education. Programs are designed to involve participant actively in science and math exploration.

Contact:
Linda Schneider
Lawrence Hall of Science
University of California Berkeley
1 Centennial Drive
Berkeley, CA 94720
Phone: (510) 642-5132
Fax: (510) 642-1055
lhsweb@berkeley.edu

Geographical Focus:
Regional

Counties Served:
Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, Yolo

Activities:
Research, Education

Topic:
Wetlands, Kelp Forest, Islands, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Coral Reefs, Polar Seas

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Activity/Learning Kit, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Field Trips, Nature Trails, Publications, Exhibits/Displays, Website, Whole School Immersion

Education Programs:

  • Habitat Workshop: focuses on single habitat
  • Ocean Week: MARE staff on site to work with classes/teachers also includes parents and the community.
  • MARE: Marine Activities and Resources, Education

Target Audiences:
K-9th Grades, Teachers

Group Size Accommodated:
As large as whole schools

Other Languages:
Spanish:
Program Rocky Seashore K-1

In-Service Training:
Teachers, Docents/Volunteers, General Public
Individual Classes for public; in service training for teachers

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Docent
  Description:
•  Provide information on exhibits
•  Serve as hosts for special events
•  Work with staff on outreach to local schools
  When Needed:
Week days/Weekends
  Qualifications:
Desire to learn, enjoys engaging with people
  Commitment Required:
72 hours/year
  Application/Training:
Orientation in Fall, individual program training based on interests
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Lynn Stelmah
(510) 643-5471
(510) 642-7723


Internship Opportunities

  Program:
LHS Intern
  Description:
Camp/class assistants; theater performers, exhibit guides
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Take class specifically for program for 8 weeks. Cost but scholarships available.
  Application:
Enroll in class then be accepted into Teens Exploring and Achieving in Math and Science (TEAMS)
  Number of Interns:
50 or more
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
Yes
  Credit:
Yes
  Contact Name:
Lynn Stelmah
(510) 643-5471


Videos:
For use on site

CD-Rom:
For use on site

Audio Tapes:
For use on site or for purchase

Service Fee:
Fees by age; 3-4 ($3), 5-18 ($5), 19-61 ($7), group rates available (12 or more persons)

General Services:
Restrooms, Bookstore/Gift Shop

Parking Availability:
250 convenient parking spaces, 50 cents per hour or $4 per day

Public Transit Access:
AC Transit #8/#65, transfer good for $1 off admission

Disabled Access:
Free disabled parking, elevators


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