The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) Mobile Laboratory is equip. We provide students the opportunity for hands-on learning in an informal educational environment through the use of the mobile laboratory. The UTRGV Mobile Laboratory offers Rio Grande Valley schools an opportunity to enhance their STEM education in biology, chemistry and physics through practical experiences for their students.
Long Distance Policy
We are pleased to offer our services across a wide range of locations. However, due to distance-related constraints, certain terms apply:
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Service Area: We primarily serve K-12 schools/customers from Brownsville, Texas to La Joya, Texas.
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Scheduling & Availability: Service to remote areas may require additional lead time and is subject to availability.
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Restrictions: We do not service locations beyond 1 hour of UTRGV Edinburg Campus.
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Contact Us: For questions about whether we can accommodate your location, please contact us at 956-665-7836 or via email Idalia. Mejia@utrgv.edu.
C-STEM Mobile Laboratory Guidelines and Liability
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Two teachers must be present at all times in the mobile lab bus.
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All visitors must keep hands to themselves.
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Bags of any kind are not allowed.
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No Sharp objects allowed.
Mobile Lab Capacity
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For safety precautions- No more than 24 students on the bus
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Special accommodations can be made for disability purposes.
Important Policies
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Please report cancellations in a timely manner. Cancellations made at least two weeks prior to a scheduled show date are accepted without penalty. Cancellations made less than one week prior to a scheduled show date may incur penalty. Weather or valid emergency cancellations are exempt from this policy.
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Teachers must be the individual scheduling the field trip. Parents are not able to call to schedule a field trip.
Pricing
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The Mobile Lab fee is $900.00/ school for one day.