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Interestingly enough, we've seen a modest increase in our fall school
tour attendance. No data to suggest why - yet - although speculation is
that it's a need for some entertainment and distraction after the
hurricanes.  Also, we have "animal grossology," which is proving to be
very popular with the kids....

Do know a couple of years ago in Dallas when school tours were dropping,
it was an issue with bus policy changes....

A casual observation:  as teachers have to focus more and more on
teaching 'the test(s),' there is concern there's just not enough time to
go have fun.

Jeff Courtman
Exhibits & Special Projects Coordinator
251.208.6851
Exploreum Science Center
www.exploreum.net

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