Zoo Kids: Animal Encounters (Grades 3-5)
| Dates: | March 16-20, 2026 |
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| Meets: | M, Tu, W, Th and F from 9:00 AM to 12 N |
| Location: | Miners Hall, Room 100 |
| Cost: | $126.00 (valid through Jan 30) |
There are still openings remaining at this time.
Is the axolotl a tadpole, frog, salamander or lizard? Can you find the third eye of the bearded dragon lizard? In this unique camp made for animal lovers who want to experience many wonderful live animal encounters to explore the adaptations of fish, birds, amphibians, mammals and reptiles. From tadpoles to snakes, salamanders to mice, even butterflies to roaches, the animal kingdom will amaze us as we learn about animal camouflage, food webs, diets, migrations, hibernations, eggs and life cycles.
Notes:
Student must bring their own snacks, lunch, and beverages.
For this course, your point of contact is Program Manager, Jorge Thompson at (915) 747-6907 and jwthompson@utep.edu. If you experience any issues related to your class (such as access, instructor delays, or technical problems), please contact your Program Manager directly.
| Fee: | $126.00 |
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| Hours: | 15.00 |
Fee Breakdown
| Category | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Main Rate | Early Bird Registration Fee | $ 126.00 |
| Main Rate-Alternate | Fee | $ 125.00 |
| Main Rate-Alternate | Service Fee | $ 140.00 |
Miners Hall, Room 100
Grysell Ramos
Grysell Ramos received her bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry from The University of Texas at El Paso. She has been a lecturer at UTEP, as well as a laboratory and research coordinator, and has taught organismal/human biology, and vertebrate physiology methods. She has developed courses for P3 that focus on active student learning using hands-on activities; her classes are interesting and understandable.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/16/2026 | Monday | 9 AM to 12 N | Miners Hall, Room 100 |
| 03/17/2026 | Tuesday | 9 AM to 12 N | Miners Hall, Room 100 |
| 03/18/2026 | Wednesday | 9 AM to 12 N | Miners Hall, Room 100 |
| 03/19/2026 | Thursday | 9 AM to 12 N | Miners Hall, Room 100 |
| 03/20/2026 | Friday | 9 AM to 12 N | Miners Hall, Room 100 |
