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School Program Guide 2019 2020 - Aquarium Restaurants
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                            Self-Guided Adventures
     Sail through the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit at your own pace! Engage your students
 with your own curriculum or use ours. Self-guided activity packets are available upon request.
                                         {All grades}

                                Guided Adventures
    Journey through the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit at a steadier pace with the assistance of
 an Interpretive Naturalist. This undersea expert will guide your exploration, providing extensive
information on the creatures and habitats you encounter along the way. By piloting your trip with
   your very own captain of education, your group will get the most out of our exhibit, with the
                                    least amount of work by you!
                                             {Grades 1+}

                           Behind-the-Scenes Tours
 Designed for advanced junior high and high school science groups, this guided tour emphasizes
                                                                                                                     your students,
water quality, animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance and aquarium careers. Walk through animal
                   holding areas to experience new sights, sounds and smells!
                                           {Grades 6+}
                                                                                                             their education, our programs
                                                                                                                  At the Downtown Aquarium, we know that flexibility is the key to a great education
                                         OCEARCH                                                                          program. Our programs are designed with your students in mind.
Landry’s Downtown Aquarium is proud to announce its educational partnership with OCEARCH!
  Visit OCEARCH.org to access our free STEM-based curriculum, track live great white sharks,                                            Classroom Programs
                          and learn all about shark conservation!                                    Study your A-B-Seas with our 30-minute classroom programs. Allow our expert educators to do the teaching
                                         Grades k - 8                                                at the Downtown Aquarium during your field lesson. TEKS-aligned subjects that have hands-on activities will
                                                                                                               engage your students. Some programs involve interactive lab projects and live animals.

                                                                                                                                          Outreach Programs
                                                                                                          Can’t come to us? We’ll come to you! All of the Classroom Programs at the Downtown Aquarium
                                                                                                                 can travel to your school. We offer classroom and auditorium-style presentations.
                                                                                                                  Discounts offered for a second program on the same day. Travel fees may apply.

                                                                                                                         Special Needs/Multi-Age Level Classes
                                                                                                                 Please let us know your needs in advance. The Downtown Aquarium’s understanding
                                                                                                                                 educators can modify programs to fit most requests.

                                                                                                                 HISD Title 1 schools are able to get free admission for their students to the Aquarium
                                                                                                                     Adventure Exhibit during Special Seasonal Pricing. Monday through Friday
                                                                                                                                in September, October, November, January & February.

                                                                                                                                         Don’t Miss the Bus!
                                                                                                           GET YOUR FIELD LESSON APPLICATION IN SOON—DISCOUNT DAYS WILL FILL UP FAST! WITH A
                                                                                                           PRE-BOOKED PROGRAM ON DISCOUNT DAYS, AQUARIUM ADVENTURE EXHIBIT ADMISSION IS
                                                                                                              AUTOMATICALLY UPGRADED TO AN ALL-DAY PASS TO ENJOY OUR AMUSEMENT RIDES.
                                                                                                            MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY IN SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, JANUARY & FEBRUARY.
School Program Guide 2019 2020 - Aquarium Restaurants
Study your A-B-Seas                                                                                                        Stupendous Sharks!
                With Our Classroom Programs                                                                                                     There are around 440 known species of sharks – each
                                                                                                                                                with amazing adaptations for survival in the ocean. In
                                                                                                                                                this program, students learn all about the natural history
                                                                                                                                                of sharks, their adaptations, threats to wild sharks, and
                      PRESCHOOL                                                                                                                 how we can save them.
                                                                                                                                                TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 1C, 2A, 10A; Grade 2:Science: 2A, 2F, 9A, 9B,
Move & Groove!                                                         Rockin’ the Rainforest                                                   10A; Grade 3: Science: 9A, 9B, 10A; Grade 4: Science: 10A; Grade 5:
Our youngest animal lovers will learn how different                    The Downtown Aquarium is home to more than just                          Science: 9A, 9C, 10A; Grade 6: Science: 1B, 2A, 12E
animals, such as fish, snakes, and birds, move around                  fish! We have an entire exhibit dedicated to rainforests.
their habitats. This fun program includes songs, dance,                In this program, students learn all about the layers of a
and even live animals!                                                 rainforest, meet some of the animals that live there, and
                                                                                                                                                NEW! Creatures of the Night
                                                                       discover their unique adaptations.                                       Are you a night owl or an early bird? Did you know
Science: 2A, 2B, 10A, 10B; Music: 2A; Theater: 1C, 1D, 2B, 2D
                                                                                                                                                animals also have preferences for when they are awake?
                                                                       TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 1C, 2A, 10A Social Studies: 6A; Grade 2:
                                                                                                                                                In this program, students learn the differences between
                                                                       Science: 1A, 1C, 2A, 3A, 9A, 9B, 1OA Social Studies: 6A; Grade 3: Sci-
Spectacular Story Time                                                 ence: 1B, 9A, 9B, 10A Social Studies: 4A; Grade 4: Science: 9A, 10A;     diurnal, crepuscular, and nocturnal animals and to study
Relax and enjoy an animal-related story read by one of our             Grade 5: Science: 1B, 9A, 9C, 10A; Grade 6: Science: 1B, 12E, 12F        the adaptations of nocturnal critters. Includes a live
animated educators. Program also includes a craft and live                                                                                      animal encounter!
animal encounter!
                                                                       Crazy About Carnivores                                                   TEKS: Grade 1. Science: 2A, 6A, 9C, 10A; Grade 2. Science: 2A, 9A,       Physics of Flight
                                                                                                                                                9B, 9C, 10A; Grade 3. Science: 2A, 2C, 3A, 9A, 10A; Grade 4. Science:    Fascinated by flying birds? Learn how birds fly
                                                                       Sink your teeth into this program about the Downtown                     2A, 2C, 10A; Grade 5. Science: 2C, 2G, 8C, 9A, 10A; Grade 6. Science:
                      Grades K-2                                       Aquarium’s carnivore collection! Students learn                          2A, 12E
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         by doing experiments and meet some of our flying
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         feathered friends.
                                                                       the characteristics that differentiate carnivores from
                                                                       other types of animals and come face-to-face with                                                                                                 TEKS: Grade 6: Science: 2A, 2B, 2E, 4A, 8B; Grade 7: Science: 1A,
Something’s Fishy                                                      real live carnivores!
                                                                                                                                                NEW! The Web of Life                                                     2A, 2B, 2E, 4A, 12A; Grade 8: Science: 1A, 2A, 2B, 2E, 4A, 6A
Mouth here, eyes there, fins, fins, everywhere! In this                                                                                         In this program, students learn all about food webs
                                                                       TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 2A, 9C, 10A; Grade 2: Science: 2A, 2E, 2F,
                                                                                                                                                and how energy flows through an ecosystem from
program, students differentiate between living and                     3A, 9A, 10A; Grade 3: Science: 10A; Grade 4: Science: 9A, 10A;
                                                                                                                                                producers to consumers to decomposers. Students will                     Fishy Anatomy
non-living things, learn the basic anatomy of a fish,                  Grade 5: Science: 9A, 10A; Grade 6: Science: 2D, 12E
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Designed for older science students, this dissection
play fun games, and more!                                                                                                                       work together to create a model of a rainforest food
                                                                                                                                                web so they can see how all life is connected.                           teaches lab safety, dissection terminology, and both
TEKS: Grade K: Science: 2A, 2B, 9A, 9B, 10B; Grade 1: Science:         African Animals                                                          TEKS: Grade 1. Science: 2A, 3A, 6A, 9C; Grade 2. Science: 2A, 3B,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         external and internal anatomy features of fish.
2A, 2B, 9A, 9B, 10A; Grade 2: Science: 2A, 9A, 9C, 10A                                                                                                                                                                   Students learn how different fins help fish swim,
                                                                       Our knowledgeable educators are your safari guides                       9C; Grade 3. Science: 2A, 2C, 2D 2F, 3A, 9B, 9C; Grade 4. Science:
                                                                       for learning all about African animals and habitats.                     2A, 2C, 2D, 2F, 9A, 9B; Grade 5. Science: 2C, 2F, 2G, 9B, 9C; Grade 6.   how fish ‘breathe’ underwater, and how to tell males
                      Grades 1-6                                       This program includes fun games and live
                                                                       animal encounters!
                                                                                                                                                Science: 2A, 2B, 2E                                                      from females!

                                                                       TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 2A, 10A Social Studies: 6A; Grade 2: Sci-
                                                                                                                                                                       Grades 6-8                                        TEKS: Grade 6: Science: 1A, 4A, 4B; Grade 7: Science: 1A, 2A, 4A, 4B,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         12A; Grade 8: Science: 2A, 2C, 4A, 4B

If The Beak Fits                                                       ence: 2A, 2F, 9A, 9B, 10A Social Studies: 6A; Grade 3: Science: 9A,
                                                                       9C, 10A Social Studies: 4A; Grade 4: Science: 10A; Grade 5: Science:
Not all beaks are the same, just like not all birds are                9A, 10A; Grade 6: Science: 12E, 12F                                      Where’d You Get Those Genes?                                             Life in the Gulf of Mexico
 the same! In this program, students learn how different                                                                                        Genes…the building blocks of life. Discover how these                    The Gulf of Mexico has a variety of habitats, from shallow
species of birds use their beaks for survival with a                                                                                            tiny molecules can have such a huge impact on living                     coastal areas and coral reefs to deep underwater areas,
hands-on experiment.                                                   Radical Reptiles                                                         organisms of all shapes and sizes. Experience hands-on                   that are home to incredibly diverse species of animals.
                                                                       There are more than 10,000 species of reptiles in the                    how small changes here and there can affect an                           In this program, students play a life-size board game
TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 1A, 2A, 2B, 2E, 4A, 10A; Grade 2: Science:
1A, 2A, 2C, 2E, 2F, 4A, 9A, 10A; Grade 3: Science: 1A, 2A, 2F, 4A,     world and scientists discover almost 100 more every                      organism’s ability to survive.                                           that takes them on a journey to learn all about life in the
10A, 10B; Grade 4: Science: 1A, 2A, 2F, 3A, 4A, 10A, 10B; Grade 5:     year! Reptiles are found in rainforests, deserts, and                                                                                             Gulf of Mexico.
                                                                                                                                                TEKS: Grade 6: Science: 1A, 2A, 2B, 2C, 2E, 3A, 3B, 12A;
Science: 2B, 2C, 2D, 2F, 9A, 10A, 10B; Grade 6: Science: 1A, 2A, 2B,   even your own backyard. In this program, students                        Grade 7: Science: 2A, 2B, 2C, 2E, 3A, 3B, 11B, 11C, 14A, 14B,            TEKS: Grade 6: Science: 1A, 1B, 3A, 3B, 3D, 12E, 12F;
2E, 4A, 12E                                                            learn about the different types of reptiles and                          14C; Grade 8: Science: 1A, 2A, 2B, 2C, 2E, 3A, 3B                        Grade 7: Science: 1B, 2A, 3A, 3D, 8A, 8B, 11B, 12A;
                                                                       meet live reptiles up close!                                                                                                                      Grade 8: Science: 1B, 2A, 3A, 3D, 11A, 11B, 11C
Coral Communities                                                      TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 2A, 10A; Grade 2: Science: 2A, 2F, 9A, 9B,
Coral reefs are one of the most diverse habitats                       10A; Grade 3: Science: 9A, 10A; Grade 4: Science: 10A; Grade 5: Sci-
                                                                       ence: 9A, 10A; Grade 6: Science: 12E
on the planet! In this program, students learn all
about coral and the amazing sea creatures that                                                                                                           Downtown Aquarium Classroom Programs are TEKS aligned!
rely on it for survival.
TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 2A, 9B. 9C, 10A; Grade 2: Science: 1A, 2A,
9A, 9C, 10A; Grade 3: Science: 9A, 10A; Grade 4: Science: 9A, 9B,
10A; Grade 5: Science: 9A, 9B, 9C, 10A                                                                                                                                 Outreach Program                             Live Animal                         Lab Activities
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            Our Classroom Programs (continued)                                                                                                            BOOKING YOUR ADVENTURE IS EASY!
                                                                                                                                            Field trip Registration
                                                            Grades 1-12                                                                     • The Downtown Aquarium requires advance reservations for all school groups.
                                                                                                                                            • Reservations can be made by filling out the form on the following page of this brochure and faxing,
Training 101                                                                                                                                  mailing or emailing the form to us. Registration forms available for download at downtownaquarium.com.
Animal training plays an important role in the care of the animals that call the Downtown Aquarium home. In this                            • Reservations can also be made over the phone by calling Susie Shark at 713-315-5112
program, students learn the basics of animal training, learn why it’s important, play games, and see real animal training                     or by emailing AquariumHouston@ldry.com.
in action!                                                                                                                                  • Please note that no reservation is complete until you receive a confirmation letter.
                                                                                                                                            • Reservations should be made as soon as possible, at least two weeks in advance.               SKIP THE
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Squidy Anatomy
There are roughly 300 species of squid in the world – the largest weighing up to 1,000 pounds! In this                                      Payment
program, students learn all about squid and their amazing adaptations with a hands-on dissection                                            •   All programs require full payment due at the time of the field trip.                         DOWNTOWNAQ
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        LINE!
led by our knowledgeable Educators.                                                                                                         •   We accept credit cards, business checks and cash.                                                          UARIUM.C
TEKS: Grade 1: Science: 1A, 2A, 10A; Grade 2: Science: 1A, 2A, 10A; Grade 3: Science: 1A, 2A, 4B, 10A; Grade 4: Science: 1A,                •   You will receive a receipt at the time of payment.                                                                    OM
2A, 3A, 4A, 4B, 10A; Grade 5: Science: 1A, 2B, 3A, 4B, 10A; Grade 6: Science: 1A, 2A, 3A, 4B; Grade 7: Science: 1A, 2A, 3A,                 •   School group rates are already discounted; therefore, no other discounts apply.
4B, 12A; Grade 8: Science: 1A, 2A, 3A, 4B; HS: Aquatic Science: 1A, 2E, 2G, 3A; Biology: 1A, 2E, 3A
                                                                                                                                            •   If you are tax exempt, please submit a copy of the signed state tax exemption certificate
                                                                                                                                                when you make your reservation.

                                                                                                                                            Check-In Made Easy
                                                                                                                                            • All chaperones should wear ID badges.
                                                                                                                                            • Buses should pull into the valet area at the
                                                                                                                                              front of the building to drop off students.
                                                                                                                                            • Have your students line up near the Marlin Fountain.
                                                                                                                                            • The teacher in charge can take the confirmation
                                                                                                                                              letter to the exhibit ticket booth where an
                                                                                                                                              Aquarium representative will greet you, count
                                                                                                                                              the group and give you all of the information
                                                                                                                                              you need for your adventure.

           BRING THE WILDLIFE TO YOUR SCHOOL!                                                                                               • Buses for school groups may park for free
                                                                                                                                              in the Aquarium Lot.
                            Our educators can bring classroom programs to your school!                                                      Policies
                                                                                                                                            • The Downtown Aquarium allows 1 teacher/chaperone for every 5 students for free.
                                                                     Outreach classroom Programs                                              Additional adults will pay the school rate.
                                                                                                                                            • Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for check-in. Groups arriving late are not guaranteed specific time slots.
                                                                     No buses? Not enough chaperones? No problem, we’ll come to you!
                                                                                                                                            • At check-in, an actual count is recorded. If less than the reserved number of students come, a refund will be
                                                                     The Downtown Aquarium will provide ocean and wildlife themed
                                                                                                                                              issued after your visit. If your total number of students is less than the minimum, you will still be charged for
                                                                     lessons right in your classroom. We bring the materials and the
                                                                                                                                              the minimum number of students. If more students come, the school will be billed for the remaining balance.
                                                                     animal experts, you provide the students. Note: All of our 30-minute
                                                                                                                                            • For large groups, we will have staggered start times for tours.
                                                                     classroom programs are available for outreach. Some classroom
                                                                                                                                            • We ask that teachers and chaperones accompanying the group maintain responsibility for supervising the
                                                                     programs involve live animals. See pages 3 and 4 for program topics.
                                                                                                                                              students during the visit by staying with their group the entire time. Any group displaying disruptive behavior
                                                                                                                                              will be asked to leave (without a refund).
                                                                                                                                            • Because students have an opportunity to interact with some of our animals, we ask that teachers and
                                                                                                                                              chaperones encourage quiet, gentle behavior at this time. Aquarium staff reserves the right to limit
                                                                                                                                              animal interaction time if students do not conduct themselves in an appropriate manner.
                                                                                                                                            • We now allow students to bring their own lunches and eat at the picnic tables on property. However, schools
                                                                                                                                              are responsible for keeping up with their own lunches as Downtown Aquarium does not have a place to store them.
                                                                                                                                            • The Downtown Aquarium reserves the right to change program dates and times without prior notice.
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TRIP TIPS                                                                                       CALL 713-315-5104 TO HAVE ONE
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    Reservations are required for school group visits. Contact Susie                                  NERO, VISIT YOUR SCHOOL’S                                                          3   Ship Wreck                         8    White Tigers of the
    Shark at 713-315-5112 or complete the included form and fax it
    to 713-623-9716 to reserve tickets. Reservations for education
                                                                                                            SPECIAL EVENT.                                                               4   Rainforest                              Maharaja’s Temple
    programs must be made at least two weeks prior to your visit.                                                                                                                        5   Sunken Temple                      9    Stingray Reef
    All reservations will receive a confirmation form.
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    Ask about our lesson plans and self-guided tour booklets to
    jump start your field lesson.

    Please be green! After eating, please pick up garbage and place
    it in the appropriate receptacles provided. Ask students to look
    under the table for straw wrappers!                                                                             9                                          6
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    Check out our daily schedule at the front of the Aquarium
    Adventure Exhibit. This lists animal feedings, animal interactions
    and tiger enrichment activities.

    Plan your field trip for the fall or winter months when the
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    Be sure all chaperones understand that they must stay with their
    assigned groups, regardless of age, at all times while on Aquarium
    grounds. This includes the Treasure Chest Gift Shop.

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     Tickets                         7 Midway Games               14 Nautilus Ballroom                                                                                              15
                                                                     (Located on the third floor)
1    Aquarium Adventure Exhibit      8 Aquatic Carousel                                                                                       5                     2
                                                                  15 Valet Drop Off & Pick Up
2    Aquarium Restaurant Entrance    9 Diving Bell Ferris Wheel                                                                      6                                  3
     (Located on the second floor)
                                                                  16 Parking Entrance
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                                     10 Lighthouse Dive           17 Parking Lot
3    Marlin Fountain
                                     11 Wild Encounters Stage     18 Aqua Wheel
4    Dancing Fountains
                                     12 Shark Voyage Building     19 Frog Hopper                                                                                                                           Committed to education and conservation, the Downtown Aquarium
5    Reef Refreshments                                                                                                                                                                                     houses over 500 aquatic species guaranteed to keep your students
                                                                     Restrooms
                                     13 Stingray Reef                                                                                                                                                      interested and engaged. The Downtown Aquarium is a proud member
6    Shark Voyage Train Depot                                        ATM                                                                                                                                   of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
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2019-2020          School Group Registration Form                                                                                     2019 – 2020           Outreach Program Registration Form
                                                     Field Trips, Day Cares, Church Groups, Etc.                                                                                410 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002       Phone (713) 315-5112      AquariumHouston@Ldry.com
                                         410 Bagby Street, Houston, TX 77002  Phone (713) 315-5112      AquariumHouston@Ldry.com

Group Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ District: ___________                                Group Name: __________________________________________________________________ District: __________

Group Address: _________________________________________ City: ________________________ State: _____ Zip: __________                           Group Address: ____________________________________ City: _____________________ State: _____ Zip: ________
Contact Name: _________________________________________________ Phone #: _____________________________________                                Contact Name: ___________________________________ Phone #: _______________________________________
Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________                                 Email Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Today’s Date: _________________ Requested Field Trip Date: ____________________ Alternate Date(s): _____________________                      Today’s Date: ________________ Requested Program Date: ________________ Alternate Date(s): ______________
Requested Arrival Time*: ______________ # of Students: ____________ # of Adults: ___________ Total #: ________                                Program Start Time*: __________ *Downtown Aquarium Staff will arrive approximately 30 minutes before program start time.
*Downtown Aquarium opens at 10:00am.

               School Group Ticket Options Prices below are per person and do not include tax.                                                                                                  Classroom Program Outreaches
                                                                                                                                                                                  Prices below are per program unless noted and do not include tax.
         All Day Adventure Pass $10.00 Unlimited access to Aquarium Adventure Exhibit, Stingray Reef, and all rides.                         Program Selection:
                                                                                                                                              First Program ($135.00) Program Choice: __________________________________
Individual Exhibit Tickets
         Aquarium Adventure Exhibit $6.00 (Includes Stingray Reef admission; tour guide not included.)                                       Number Students: __________ Grade Level / Age: _____________
         Stingray Food $2.99 (Includes one tray of stingray food to feed to the stingrays in Stingray Reef.)
                                                                                                                                              Second Program ($85.00 same program / $125 different program) Program Choice: __________________________________
Individual Ride Tickets ($2.50 for each ride, per person, not including tax. Students must be accompanied by an adult.)
         Shark Voyage Train Ride – Take a scenic train ride through the center of our shark exhibit!                                         Number Students: __________ Grade Level / Age: _____________
         Diving Bell Ferris Wheel – Experience spectacular views of the downtown Houston skyline.
                                                                                                                                              Third Program ($85.00 same program / $125 different program) Program Choice: __________________________________
         Aquatic Carousel – Spin ’round and ’round on your favorite sea animal.
         Light House Dive – A thrilling ride with an exhilarating 65-foot drop. Must be 42" to ride.                                         Number Students: __________ Grade Level / Age: _____________
         Frog Hopper – A fun ride for smaller children that bounces up and down. Must be 36" to ride.
                                                                                                                                             Classroom Programs Options:
         Aqua Wheel – Children can experience a view from the sky in this mini Ferris wheel.
                                                                                                                                              Grades Pre K- K: Move & Groove*        Grades 1-6: Stupendous Sharks                      Grades 1-12: Squidy Anatomy
Educational Program Options (require Aquarium Adventure Exhibit ticket or All Day Pass purchase!)
       -   -                                                                                                                                  Grades Pre K- K: Story Time*           Grades 1-6: Crazy About Carnivores*                Grades 6-8: Fishy Anatomy
         Exhibit Tour with Tour Guide $4.00 per person (120 person maximum; up to 6 groups of 20 people)                                      Grades K- 2: Something Fishy*          Grades 1-6: Web of Life*                           Please Note: Programs with animals*
         Behind the Scenes Tour with Tour Guide $5.00 per person (Grades 6 – 12 only; 90 person maximum; up to 6 groups of 15)                Grades 1-6: Radical Reptiles*          Grades 1-6: Creatures of the Night*                are strictly limited to three programs
         Classroom Program $5.00 per person (150 person maximum; up to 5 groups total of 30 people; select your program below.)               Grades 1-6: African Animals*           Grades 1-12: Animal Training 101*                  total. Please ask for availability of non-
   Grades Pre K-K: Move & Groove*           Grades 1-6: Stupendous Sharks                    Grades 1-12: Squidy Anatomy                   Grades 1-6: If the Beak Fits           Grades 6-8: Physics of Flight*                     animal programs for four or more
   Grades Pre K-K: Story Time*              Grades 1-6: Crazy About Carnivores*              Grades 6-8: Fishy Anatomy                     Grades 1-6: Rockin’ the Rainforest*    Grades 6-8: Where’d You Get Those Genes?           programs.
   Grades K-2: Something Fishy*             Grades 1-6: The Web of Life*                    Please Note: Programs with animals* are         Grades 1-6: Coral Communities          Grades 6-8: Life in the Gulf of Mexico
   Grades 1-6: Radical Reptiles*            Grades 1-6: Creatures of the Night*             strictly limited to 5 programs total, or 150   Please refer to our School Program Guide or visit our website for detailed program descriptions.
   Grades 1-6: African Animals*             Grades 1-12: Animal Training 101*               people (including students AND adults).        Program Notes:
                                                                                              Please ask for availability of non-animal
   Grades 1-6: If the Beak Fits             Grades 6-8: Physics of Flight*                                                                 - Most classroom programs are 30 minutes long. “Physics of Flight” is 45 minutes long.
                                                                                              programs for six or more programs.
   Grades 1-6: Rockin’ the Rainforest*  Grades 6-8: Where’d You Get Those Genes?                                                           - There can be a maximum of 15 minutes between program start times.
   Grades 1-6: Coral Communities            Grades 6-8: Life in the Gulf of Mexico                                                         - Classroom Program Outreaches have a maximum of 30 participants per program (including adults).
                                                                                                                                             - Upon arrival, if class size exceeds the 30 participant maximum, an additional $85 program charge will be added to the balance and
Student Lunch Options (not required; prices are per person; may only select one option)
                                                                                                                                             invoiced to the school.
           Option 1: Aquarium Restaurant Kids Meal $6.99 - $7.99 + 15% Gratuity *Not available on Saturday or Sunday! Includes
                                                                                                                                             - Programs can only be presented indoors.
           beverage. Maximum of three meal choices for group.
                                                                                                                                             - Our Classroom Programs Outreaches are educational programs designed to be hands-on and interactive in a classroom setting. They are
             # of Personal Cheese Pizzas ($7.50) = ______            # of Mac & Cheese ($6.99) = ______
                                                                                                                                             not designed for large audiences or stage performances.
             # of Cheeseburgers w/ Fries ($7.50) ______              # of Chicken Tenders w/ Fries ($8.50) = ______
                                                                                                                                              Selected options are not guaranteed. Completed paperwork must be submitted two weeks in advance and confirmed by
             Beverage Selection (please select one):  Water  Fruit Punch  Sprite
                                                                                                                                             the Education Sales Department to guarantee your selection(s). Your confirmation will also include an invoice. Please allow
           Option 2: Three Course Luncheon $10.00 + 15% Gratuity *Not available on Saturday or Sunday!
                                                                                                                                                                                    up to 48 hours for forms to be processed.
           Includes beverage, salad, grilled chicken with a side of pasta marinara, and ice cream.
                                                                                                                                             If your group is tax exempt in Texas, submit a SIGNED copy of the Texas Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate along with this
Selected options are not guaranteed. Completed form must be submitted and confirmed by the Education Sales Department to                     registration form. Otherwise, you will be charged taxes.
guarantee your selection(s). Your confirmation will also include an invoice. Please allow up to 48 hours for forms to be processed.
Notes:                                                                                                                                         **Disclaimer: Please use travel fee price guide below to determine the travel fee for your program. This fee is not taxed. Live
- Groups with Educational Program Options MUST submit this form at least two weeks in advance!                                                 animals cannot be transported farther than 75 miles. Mileage is determined by Google® Maps.
- Groups with Student Lunch Options MUST submit lunch orders at least 48 hours in advance!
- If your group is tax exempt in Texas, submit a SIGNED copy of a Texas Sales and Use Tax Exemption Certificate.                                              0-15 miles from DTAQ       Travel Fee Waived            46-60 miles from DTAQ               $65.00
- Downtown Aquarium accepts credit cards, business checks, and cash.                                                                                          16-30 miles from DTAQ           $35.00                  61-75 miles from DTAQ               $75.00
- Free self-parking is provided only for school busses and vans.                                                                                              31-45 miles from DTAQ           $50.00                   76+ miles from DTAQ                $95.00

                               REGISTRATION FORMS CAN BE DOWNLOADED @ DOWNTOWNAQUARIUM.COM
School Program Guide 2019 2020 - Aquarium Restaurants
410 Bagby
  Houston, TX  77002
     713.315.5112
downtownaquarium.com

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       Ask for Susie Shark to make reservations today.

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