Gene-ius Day Field Trips
We offer field trips for students in grades 3-7. Each field trip has a series of activities that connect genetics and agriculture to the school curriculum. Being on campus lets students imagine themselves as university scientists and increases interest in science topics. The field trips align with the Hawaii State Standards for grades 4, 5 and 7. Please watch the video for a general idea of the workshop format and to see content targeted towards younger students.
Watch the Gene-ius Day Video
The field trips last 3.5 hours, generally starting at 8:30. Schools that require more travel time may split the workshop over a lunch break.
Cost:
$400 per day for up to 40 students. Additional students are $10 each up to a maximum of 60.
Grade 3 - An introduction to DNA, human traits, DNA extraction, crime scene investigation and an agriculture talk. Description of 3rd grade visit
Grade 4-
Students explore the differences between plants and animals. The visit includes a plant cell lab, DNA extraction, human and plant traits, and an agriculture talk. Description of 4th grade visit ... Alignment with 4th grade standards
Grade 5-
Students explore learned and genetic traits and the role of agriculture in meeting our energy needs. The visit includes a learned and genetic traits activity, DNA extraction, chloroplast lab and an agriculture talk. Description of 5th grade visit ... Alignment with 5th grade standards
Middle school-
Students study DNA, heredity, and applications of science to agriculture. The field trip includes traits and the use of Punnett squares for genotype and phenotype, DNA extraction, plant cell microscopy and an agriculture talk. With prior arrangement, the agriculture talk can be used to discuss the controversy over the use of genetic engineering. Description of middle school visit. Description of 7th grade visit...Alignment with 7th grade standards
Classroom preparation for the field trip is required and post-visit projects are recommended. Please see grade descriptions for suggested activities.
Please contact us to learn more or make a reservation.