School Programs
Experience first-hand one of the most diverse plant collections in the country through our interactive school programs. Each program focuses on specific areas of interest and is paired with curriculum guides.
Virtual Tours
Explore the Garden through real-time, engaging presentations. Free for Title I schools.
Group Visits
Explore the beautiful Atlanta Botanical Garden with your school group on a self-guided visit. Due to COVID-19, guided tours are temporarily suspended.
Virtual STEAM Teacher Series
Enhance your STEAM curriculum by incorporating Project Based Learning and Design Thinking during these two, interactive virtual learning sessions.
Science at Home
Learn plant science with fun and informative videos and lessons plans from the Garden’s education and programs team.
Teacher Training
Request a 30 minute, virtual presentation that introduces teachers to new content and project based learning opportunities. Each presentation gives teachers relevant background information and a STEM project for their students to complete.
Southern Seeds
Join our interactive high school program that gives students exposure to conservation methods like micropropagation and seed banking. Students will run experiments to address Garden scientists’ concerns about seed viability and germination rates. Now accepting applications through August 6!
Summer High School Leadership Summit
Students will learn about various aspects of plant careers under the guidance of Garden staff while gaining invaluable college and career insights from community leaders. Participants will learn about financial planning, resume building and interview techniques and will participate in Garden based activities.
Calhoun Lecture
Every other year, the Garden offers a special opportunity for teachers to supplement their life science curriculum with presentations by leading horticulturists, explorers and researchers. The lectures are free and open to students in grades 6 – 12. After the lecture, participating classes are invited to take a self-guided tour of the Garden.
Title I Outreach Programs
Currently on hold due to COVID-19, the Garden offers Title I designated schools in the Metro-Atlanta area FREE classroom presentations.
Title I Garden Experiences
Currently on hold due to COVID-19, the Garden offers Title I designated schools FREE entry to the Garden with a 30-minute instructor-led activity.