King Conservation Leadership Academy

STEAM learning that connects our guests and communities with wildlife and nature.

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THE FUTURE OF CONSERVATION EDUCATION

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Family-based Programs

The Chicago Zoological Society offers free community-based programming for all ages through our King Conservation Leadership Academy Community Engagement team. The programs of Zoo Adventure Passport! (ZAP!) and King Conservation Science Explorers both welcome individuals and families from across Chicagoland to participate in nature-based learning that cultivates science skills and conservation awareness as they connect to the environment, our communities, and each other.

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future conservation leaders

High School Programs

The King Conservation Science Scholar program is an innovative, hands-on approach to leadership development that encourages environmental literacy and inclusion to assist in cultivating the next generation of conservation-minded, community-driven leaders.

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Beyond the classroom

College & Beyond

The zoo's internship program, established in 1975, was one of the first in the nation to allow students pursuing careers in animal care the opportunity to work side by side with professional zookeepers, learning the skills and techniques necessary to manage exotic zoo animals. Since that time, the internship program has evolved to include work study and research opportunities in a variety of areas and fields.

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CONSERVATION ACROSS CHICAGOLAND

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We foster the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) skills through conservation awareness and action by engaging young children in nature as early as possible along with their families throughout their hands-on, educational journey.

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King Conservation Leadership Academy

THE FUTURE OF CONSERVATION EDUCATION

Family-based Programs

High School Programs

College & Beyond

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