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Water Education Programs
We offer programs focused on water education throughout the school year. All programs are free of charge for schools in our service area, and bus reimbursements are available for field trips.
Programs feature grade-level appropriate material delivered through highly-trained and enthusiastic educators who blend education and entertaining activities. For those of you who are new to our programs, please check out our Water Education brochure (PDF) and the program information below.
2022/2023 Water Education Program
See below for 2022/2023 school year program sign ups!
Classroom Programs
Empty headCling
Discover basic water concepts. All classes cover grade appropriate and NGSS-compliant information on water sources, treating water for health and safety, and source protection and conservation. In addition, individual grade levels address:
- 3rd Grade: Properties of water
- 4th Grade: California water history
- 5th Grade: Water cycle and drinking water treatment
Los Vaqueros Field Trip
Request a Los Vaqueros Field Trip
Visit Los Vaqueros Watershed in Brentwood for a day of exploration. Learn about water source geography, the community’s water supply, watershed protection, habitats, biodiversity, local history and Native American culture. Includes encounters with local animal species and hands-on activities. Available for 3rd and 4th grade classes.
Water Treatment Plant Tour
Request a Water Treatment Plant Tour Field Trip
Tour our water treatment plant in Concord. Learn about the different materials and organisms that occur in untreated water and how water is treated to become fit to drink. Follow the steps through the treatment plant and learn about the pipeline system that delivers water throughout the community. Recommended in conjunction with the classroom presentation. Available for 5th grade classes, with limited availability for 6th grade classes.
Water Theater
Request a Water Theater Assembly from Rock Steady Juggling
Exciting, interactive theater program that delivers important messages from exploring the local water system, to conservation and sustainability, to environmental connectivity. Students and teachers interact with the performers as music, singing, storytelling and comedy bring the message to life. Great for elementary and middle schools. 45 minutes.
Additional Water Education Programs
Learn more about the following programs:
Contact Us
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Justin Fivella
Education Coordinator
Email Water Education
925-588-1909
Annual Events
CAST for Kids Fishing Day
We typically hold the annual Catch a Special Thrill (CAST) for Kids Fishing Day at the Los Vaqueros Reservoir in October. Check out CAST for Kids.
Project WET Teacher Training
We typically sponsor a training once a year. Check out Water Education for Teachers.