Detroit Zoological Society | 11 to be a part of their upcoming plans. Luckily, the education staff at the Zoo has developed a program to change that. Since launching in 2018, the DZS’s Nocturnal Adventures Program has continued to partner with local homeless and domestic violence shelters to provide evenings of respite and enjoyment for families who otherwise would not be able to visit the Zoo. The Nocturnal Adventures program includes dinner, guided tours of animal habitats, s’mores around a campfire and a craft activity for families living in area shelters. The DZS also gave our community a chance to support those experiencing homelessness through Nocturnal Adventures. In 2022, individuals, families and groups could purchase tickets to enjoy their own Nocturnal Adventure event. Proceeds from these private events provided critical support to the visits from local shelters. Community Partnerships Guide Us In 2022, the DZS provided programming for 3,107 first-grade students and teachers in the Detroit Public Schools Community District, as well as 1,122 first-grade students and teachers from the Warren Consolidated Schools district. Both long-term district partnerships provide opportunities for young learners to engage with hands-on, immersive learning experiences that bring classroom content to life. “We love to work with our district partners,” says Dr. Claire Lannoye-Hall, director of education. “These partnerships allow us to expand our reach and create deeper connections within our community.” THE EDUCATION TEAM INTERACTED WITH 150,704 individuals IN 2022.
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