Inspiring the Next Generation: Bridging Public Health and Modern Science

Are you a San Gabriel Valley educator looking for new ways to spark curiosity and real-world problem-solving in your classroom? We have free, NGSS-aligned programs for you.

A library scene with children seated, listening to a speaker about "Mosquito Resistance," surrounded by colorful posters and books.
Image of our Education Specialists conducting an NGSS-aligned EcoHealth classroom program.

At the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District, we believe that some of the most powerful sources of education can be found in our own backyards. Our mission is to protect our neighbors from mosquitoes and the diseases they spread (like West Nile virus and Dengue) and we invite educators to join us in empowering students to become the next generation of public health leaders.

Public Health as a Classroom Spark

Today’s educators are looking for ways to make science feel interactive and relevant. Our free, NGSS-aligned EcoHealth programs show how modern science can motivate students to take an active role in community health and disease prevention.

Our free, NGSS-aligned EcoHealth Vector Education programs show how modern science can motivate students to take an active role in community health and disease prevention.

Public health is a journey that involves the whole community

One of the most rewarding aspects of our EcoHealth Vector Education programs is watching students transform into the next generation of public health experts. 

Through our Pre-K, Kinder through 6th-grade, middle and high school students experience community science firsthand as they:

  • Identify Local Threats: Spotting potential mosquito habitats right where they live, go to school, and play.
  • Master Technical Tools: Collecting and analyzing water samples to monitor for mosquito activity, just like our professional specialists.
  • Protect the Community: Gaining the life-saving knowledge needed to reduce the risk of disease for their families and neighbors.
A teacher is sitting in front of a group of children, engaging them with a story or lesson during circle time.
Image of our Outreach Assistant presenting Kinder science standards during a Little Champions Preschool Program.

Supporting Our SGV Educators

Whether you are fulfilling NGSS requirements or looking for a meaningful way to teach environmental literacy, our education specialists are here to help you inspire your students and bring fresh, purposeful energy to your curriculum.

If you’re ready to empower your students to become champions for public health, we invite you to:

Let’s inspire the next generation of public health leaders together! Explore more resources at vectoreducation.org.

 

🖋  Written by Ally Gaspar