Programs for Teachers

Home School Program

Tuesdays in the Field Home School Programming

Tuesdays in the Field is a specialized program created for K-12 home school students. The Education team is excited to offer an experience that allows students the opportunity to engage in standard based instruction at their own pace. Our Tuesdays in the Field homeschool experience is offered the second Tuesday of the month, from September through February, between the hours of 9:00am-1:00pm. Participants may enter through the education entrance between 9:00am-12:00pm. Registration for the Tuesdays in the Field program includes Georgia Aquarium admission. At the end of the program, feel free to enjoy the Aquarium’s galleries and presentations once open to the public.

We are excited to inform you that Georgia Aquarium is currently under construction for Expansion 2020! Due to construction, we have a new location for the Education Entrance. Once you have parked in the Georgia Aquarium parking deck, please utilize the blue elevator (also labeled Ballroom Elevator) to reach the sidewalk on Luckie Street. Turn left and continue down Luckie Street on the sidewalk. Look for the blue Education Bus Drop Off flags. A member of the Education team will be available to assist you with entry.

Upcoming Dates

  • Tuesday, October 8

    Topic: Cetaceans: Whale of a Family Tree

    Description:  What are the differences between dolphins and porpoises? Are flippers, fins and flukes the same thing? What is baleen, and how do whales use it? Come join us to find the answers to these questions, and many more, as we explore the wonderful world of whales, dolphins and porpoises.

  • Tuesday, November 12

    Topic: Portal to the Coral-verse

    Description: Corals are recognized worldwide as beautiful and diverse members of reef ecosystems. As keystone species of their environment, corals can provide us with an estimation of overall ocean health and the health of their ecosystem. Join us in exploring this amazing species, the vital ecosystem it helps create and the inhabitants of reefs that rely on corals.

  • Tuesday, December 10

    Topic:  Invertebrates: No Bones About Us

    Description: What do insects, snails, octopuses, jellies and crustaceans have in common? They’re spineless! Did you know that more than 97% of all animal species are invertebrates? Come navigate the world of these fascinating animals with us.

  • Tuesday, January 14

    Topic:  Osteichthyes: What Are These?

    Description: Osteichthyes is the class of modern fish commonly referred to as bony fish. This superclass of vertebrates includes more than 20,000 species! What types of behaviors and adaptations make this group of animals so successful? What roles do they play in different environments? Join us as we explore these questions and many more.

  • Tuesday, February 11

    Topic:  Elasmobranchs: Cartila-GENIUS!

    Description: Fins up! This is your chance to join us for a session dedicated to sharks, rays and chimeras. These intriguing animals leave most people spellbound for good reason – their adaptations are nothing short of genius!

Admission Prices and Information

  • Student PreK-12 (Member): $13 + tax
  • Student PreK-12 (Non-Member): $15 + tax
  • Accompanying adult (non-member): $31.95 + tax
  • Accompanying adult (Member): Complimentary with paid Tuesdays in the Field student(s). Must show adult Member ID. Please register here.
  • Participants may enter between 9:00am-12:00pm. Aquarium access will be available once open to the public.
  • All guests are required to purchase a homeschool ticket in advance. Tickets cannot be purchased on the day of your visit.
  • Upon completion of the online form, you will receive your print-at-home tickets that will be required for entrance to Georgia Aquarium.
  • You must provide a letter of intent (or other state authorized document showing home school status) with your print-at-home ticket or confirmation number upon arrival.
  • Guests who are unable to provide proper documentation will be asked to enter via the Main Entrance and pay the full price of admission.
  • Included in your homeschool admission is access to behind the scenes areas, standards-based activities in the Discovery Zone gallery and admission to all Georgia Aquarium galleries and presentations.
  • Reservations are processed based on availability. After your reservation is finalized (when payment is received), you will receive a confirmation email with an order number and further instructions related to your program.
  • All Students must be accompanied by a chaperone. Chaperones must be 18 years or older and are encouraged to actively participate in activities and monitor student behavior.
  • All payments are non-refundable. Refunds will not be given for any unused portion of your order, such as no-shows or cancellations.

 

Parking and Directions

  • The Georgia Aquarium parking deck is located at the corner of Luckie St. and Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd.
  • Aquarium parking is $10 in advance online or $12 on the day of your visit.
  • When parking in the Georgia Aquarium parking deck, please utilize the blue elevator (also labeled Ballroom Elevator) to reach the sidewalk on Luckie Street. Continue down the Luckie Street sidewalk and look for the blue Education Bus Drop Off flags. A member of the Education team will be available to assist you with entry
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