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EDUCATION

We bring the sanctuary to you.

Our guide comes to your classroom, after-school site, or community center with real bioartifacts and hands-on, standards-aligned lessons.

Ms. Irini

Special Educator

The Riverview School

277Q @ 419

"Our students were fully engaged and so were the adults. It was informative and fun learning about all the different birds. Definitely one of the most exciting projects we have done in class this year. We would all highly recommend your organization to others. Our kids are still talking about it which is a great sign that it was successful."

Single Session

Bring birds and STEM learning directly to your classroom with engaging, hands-on programs led by our experienced educators. Each session incorporates real bioartifacts, interactive activities, and inquiry-based investigations that inspire curiosity while supporting your science curriculum and NGSS learning goals. Browse our lesson catalog to find the program that best fits your classroom, grade level, or unit of study.

Booking Snapshot

  • Session length: 40 minutes – 1 hour

  • Fee: Contact for Pricing

  • Group size: Up to 30 students

  • Setting: Classroom-based; outdoor options available 

  • Grades served: K–5

  • Booking: Contact us at gabby@cibirdsanctuary.org

All Are Welcome

We're happy to bring a Class Visit session to your summer camp, homeschool group, library, community organization, scout group, etc.. Inquire for more details.

Residencies

Our 7 to 12 week in-school residencies provide a structured, hands-on learning experience that builds students' knowledge over time. Led by our experienced educators, each session features real bioartifacts, interactive activities, and inquiry-based investigations that support your science curriculum and NGSS learning goals. Explore our residency options below to find the best fit for your grade level.

Booking Snapshot

  • Format: Weekly, recurring series

  • Fee: Contact for Pricing

  • Group size: Up to 25 students

  • Setting: Classroom-based; outdoors

  • Grades served: 3-5

  • Booking: Contact us at gabby@cibirdsanctuary.org

All Are Welcome

We're happy to bring a residency to your summer camp, homeschool group, library, community organization, scout group, etc.. Inquire for more details.

After School Programs

A recurring after-school series that brings hands-on bird and STEM learning to your site each week. Students build their knowledge over multiple sessions through real bioartifacts, interactive activities, and inquiry-based investigations. Explore our after-school program options below.

Booking Snapshot

  • Format: Weekly, recurring series

  • Fee: Contact for Pricing

  • Group size: Up to 15 students

  • Setting: Classroom-based; outdoors

  • Grades served: 3-5, 6-8

  • Booking: Contact us at gabby@cibirdsanctuary.org

All Are Welcome

We're happy to bring an after school program to your community organization, homeschool group, library, scout group, etc.. Inquire for more details.

Early Childhood

Hands-on nature programs designed to spark curiosity in our youngest learners. Through stories, movement, sensory activities, and real bioartifacts, students explore birds and the natural world while building early science, observation, and problem-solving skills. Explore our PreK and daycare program options below.

Booking Snapshot

  • Format: Stand alone, recurring 

  • Fee: Contact for Pricing

  • Group size: Up to 20 students

  • Setting: Classroom-based; outdoors

  • Grades served: 3K, PreK

  • Booking: Contact us at gabby@cibirdsanctuary.org

Built for every student in the room

Lessons are differentiated according to language proficiency, disability, IEP accommodations, and sensory and communication needs. Prior to each program we hold a discussion about your student community and its specific needs, so lessons can be tailored accordingly. This applies across class visits, residencies, and after school programs alike.

Multilingual Learners

Lessons are delivered in English and are highly visual and sensory. Every lesson opens with explicit vocabulary instruction paired with visuals and concrete examples. Structured group collaboration and discussion give students repeated opportunities for oral language practice.

Students with Disabilities

Our New York State certified teacher holds certification in special education. All programming is visual and sensory, with hands-on activities that encourage students to explore bird concepts directly. Scaffolding and structural supports are built into every program.

CI Bird Sanctuary 

The CI Bird Sanctuary is a program of The Stirling Harbor Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to avian conservation through education.

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