National Geographic Live Student Matinees offer Dallas area students entertaining and visually spectacular presentations by leading explorers, scientists, filmmakers, and photographers.

To register a school group contact Karin Foronda, kforonda@natureandscience.org or 972–201-0619.

Student Matinee Titles, Dates & Times

February 22, 2012, 10 a.m., Roz Savage: Solo Across the Oceans
Students will be inspired by this former businesswoman who gave up a successful career to pursue a life of adventure. Rower Roz Savage has completed solo crossings of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and this year chased history with a row across the Indian Ocean, of which she’ll offer a firsthand report.
Grades 7–12

March 20, 2012, 10 a.m., Mireya Mayor: My Wild Life
Cuban-American scientist and journalist Mireya Mayor will wow students with stories and video from a career that includes a stint as a Miami Dolphins cheerleader, a Fulbright scholarship, and the discovery of a new lemur species in Madagascar. A primatologist by training and a Nat Geo Wild TV correspondent, Mayor approaches science and journalism in engaging ways that educate and motivate young people.
Grades 5–8

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What teachers are saying about NG Live Student Matinees:

“Our school comes to National Geographic Live every year. It’s always a hit with our students. It’s nice when the subject coincides with something we’re studying in school but I feel like our priority when coming to these events is opening up our students’ eyes to unusual and wonderful experiences in the world.”

“This was the best event our students have ever attended. The presenters were successful at retaining the audience’s attention and keeping everyone engaged. Many of the pictures and details created discussions after the lecture. Thanks so much for the opportunity!”

“I am ever grateful to National Geographic for this enrichment of my students’ lives.”

“The event was wonderful. We couldn’t have asked for a better message. The students enjoyed it … The most impressive information that they got out of the lecture was that you can be successful even if you don’t start out that way.”

“Thank you for the quality of program you deliver. I appreciate the opportunity to attend and would love to continue to bring students to NG Live presentations in the future. Only good things can come out of students having this opportunity. Thank you again.”

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