Outreach Activities

One of the most exciting aspects of being a scientist is sharing what we’ve learned with others, and the Johnson Lab is frequently involved in community programs that give us the opportunity to teach others about lizards!

In the Community

We frequently visit local elementary schools to offer supplemental classroom instruction, participate in STEM or career fairs, and serve as science fair judges. And on occasion, we lead special events for organizations such as our “Tiny Dragons in Your Own Backyard” program for the San Antonio Botanical Garden.

Lizards and Friends

Our lab previously maintained a website for children, lizardsandfriends.org (no longer functioning), that aimed to provide information about the lizards that we study, and to explain how scientists study lizards.

Science Teaching Institue

From 2014-2018, Dr. Michele Johnson coordinated Trinity University’s Science Teaching Institute. This annual summer workshop was geared toward elementary science teachers in the San Antonio area, and offered Continuing Education credit for teachers to engage with new approaches for hands-on activities aligned with the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) standards.

Get Involved

If you are interested in engaging Dr. Johnson or the Johnson Lab group in a classroom visit or community program, or would like more information about the Science Teaching Institute, contact Dr. Johnson at mjohnso9@trinity.edu.