MINING EDUCATION
Arizona Mining Education for teachers
Start Here: Resources, Experiences & Career Connections
Explore engaging mining education resources designed for Arizona educators. Whether you’re looking for classroom lessons, field trips, hands-on events, or career connections, this is your starting point. Each resource helps students understand how mining shapes the materials we use every day—right here in Arizona and beyond.
Use the sections below to quickly find what fits your classroom needs—from ready-to-use lessons to real-world experiences and educator support.
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MINING IN THE CLASSROOM TESTIMONIALS
"The mine pit was so beautiful! I didn't have a deep appreciation for rocks and geology, so it was a great opportunity to connect with something I'm unfamiliar with!"
"(I didn't know) how much the mining industry does environmentally."
"I love the mining community. I think it's very diverse and it has a lot of opportunities for different majors."
"I didn’t know Arizona had a copper belt."