Fall: Community
Science Programs
Saving lives through community science
Teacher Testimonies
Vector Inspector Program
"This was an engaging, hands-on activity that my students enjoyed over several weeks. The classroom visit by the presenters was a great kick off. Taking home the water sample jars and collecting water made them feel personally connected. Watching the mosquitoes develop in the growth jar was fascinating for all of us, and the students asked every day “When can we look at them?” The program created a lot of curiosity in my students which is worth its weight in gold." -4th Grade Teacher, Azusa USD (2025)
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"Students see a quick overview of mosquitos and the diseases they spread and then get a quick instruction on how to collect water to test and then get a kit to go home and collect water that may support mosquitos. They turn in the water which is photographed/video taped by a microscope and kids get to see what is in their water! The kids loved that part and seeing the "gross" things up close!" -5th Grade Teacher, Azusa USD (2023)
Operation Mosquito G.R.I.D.
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​"I love the G.R.I.D. program because it engages students in real science that makes a tangible difference in saving lives. Students are genuinely excited to discover mosquitoes in their own backyards and to take meaningful action, contributing to their community’s health and safety, without relying on harsh chemicals or expensive pest control services.” - 8th Grade Teacher, Pasadena USD (2025)
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"This program worked well for my online students. It gave them an opportunity to come in person and work with their peers." - Independent Study Teacher, Pasadena USD (2025)
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"Learning in the classroom has its limits... especially in science! This program allowed students to see science in action! They played an important role as real scientists, collecting samples, analyzing data and communicating with real scientists! Not only did students get a good look at possible science careers, they also felt a sense of community as they worked to eliminate the threat of the Aedes mosquito in their community!" - 8th Grade Teacher, Bonita USD (2023)