Bring Butterfly Pavilion to Your Classroom this Fall

By Leanne Marguerite Deschenes, Registration Coordinator at Butterfly Pavilion

Fall is in the air. The sun is retreating earlier, casting that tell-tale pink haze over the mountainous horizon. In our own backyard, among the crinkling cottonwoods, we hear a cricket’s song slowing down. No longer a jazz riff, but a steady waltz. Monarchs hear the beat and begin their incredible journey to an Oyamel fir grove in central Mexico. Painted ladies drag their paintbrushes across the American southwest, finding their winter shelter in California. Could this be why some of what is found in-between is called the Painted Desert?

For many, these changes mean bringing the sweaters out of storage, jumping in giant piles of leaves, and apple cider. Here at Butterfly Pavilion, our educators have one big thing on their minds: back to school! This means more learners at Butterfly Pavilion. It also means more educators visiting students at their schools to turn classrooms and assembly halls into safaris, story times, and even ballet recitals through outreach programs! When we partner with terrific teachers, passionate paraprofessionals, and astute students in their own environments, the possibilities for learning become endless.

Our outreach programs are curriculum-aligned, so you can find a theme that suits your academic framework. We also have multiple options for each age group, from pre-K to adult. Do you have a crowd representing many ages? No problem! Bug Safari, which suits up to 60 participants from age three to adult, is a popular choice because it includes a variety of live animals. For even larger groups, I recommend either Radical Rainforests or booking back-to-back sessions. After booking one, each identical session is 15% off!

If you’re looking to get your students out of their seats, I recommend Metamorphosis Moves, a unique program in which Butterfly Pavilion partners with the Colorado Ballet to make metamorphosis come alive through dance. If you’re not leaping for the idea, Flutterby and Pollination Pals explore related themes but with different approaches.

Bug Bites, a highly interactive program, allows students to learn about different cultures and even taste insects that star in global cuisine. One teacher who recently reserved Bug Bites testified, “(The students) had so much fun eating and learning about bugs! It was so cool to see them step out of their comfort zones and eat bugs! It is thanks to partnerships like yours that our program is able to offer students engaging, educational, and exciting field trips and presentations. Thank you for helping enrich our program!”

Our talented educators bring their rich backgrounds in formal and experiential education, field biology, creative arts and travel, while also adding their own unique touch to each class. They are well-qualified to serve participants from preschool to adult, and are trained in equitable and inclusive education to reach each diverse audience. According to our Education Coordinator, Claire Buckley, “Our educators are exceptional at creating fun, engaging, and impactful learning experiences. They bring their joy for teaching, vast invertebrate knowledge, and commitment to connecting with all learners to each program they deliver.” Don’t just take our word for it – book an outreach program today and see for yourself.

This fall, whether you are hunkering down with hot cocoa or hiking the high peaks, connect with us at Butterfly Pavilion – there are so many reasons to book an outreach session.

For more information you can call the Registration Coordinator, Leanne Deschenes (that’s me!) at 720-974-1861, or view our offerings and make your request online at butterflies.local/learn. We look forward to hearing from you, and wish you the best for back to school!