MCRD San Diego Command Museum Historical Society - James L. Day Hall - Teaching the History of Marines in San Diego and the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego


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			EDUCATION PROGRAM
			Courses available... The Education Program brochure provides outlines of the different classes that are available. In addition to those listed, lesson plans are also available covering current events, Native Americans, famous Marine leaders and the history of Marines in Southern California. Special programs are also offered to ROTC units. view course list... New Vietnam Gallery popular choice for Museum visitors... The Command Museum’s Education program officially started in May 2005. The mission of the program is to build a bridge to the civilian community for the purpose of enriching the educational experience of junior and senior high school students, college students, and the visiting public. At the museum, students have the opportunity to handle artifacts and participate in educational challenges. The program has a variety of lesson plans that dove tail with the California education standards, and the new Vietnam Gallery is one of the most popular choices this year. During the history lesson as they walk through the gallery, students are assisted with a guide book that is the catalog for the exhibit. The catalog contains photographs of the artifacts and in depth explanations of what the Marines experienced in Vietnam. Vietnam is just one aspect of Marine Corps history being taught in the museum. Ten lesson plans have been developed for World War I, World War II, African-Americans in the Corps and Women Marines The lesson plans are designed to meet California Educational Standards, and can include off-site lectures and Veteran led groups on campus. Internship Position available... Volunteer assistant to help the Museum Education Program with outreach programs to civilian and JROTC students. The volunteer needs to have a flexible schedule and have a passion for history and teaching.
	Mission The Command Museum Education Program builds a bridge to the civilian community for the purpose of enriching the educational experience of junior and senior high school students, college students, and the visiting public. Outreach & Implementation At the museum, students have the opportunity to handle artifacts and participate in various age-appropriate educational challenges. An exhibit scavenger hunt is offered to younger students; a similar exhibit challenge has been adapted for older students. Categorical lesson plans for specific battles and other subjects of interest have been developed to meet California Educational Standards. The Education Program can accommodate visits to off-site classrooms or group meetings. MUSEUM HOURS Mon-Sat: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Thur: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Front Desk: 619-524-8431

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