A Unique Learning Experience for Students of All Ages

Since 1965, the Kansas Learning Center for Health has partnered with schools in Kansas. By adhering to the Kansas State Science & Health Standards and emphasizing tobacco and drug free living, the Learning Center has developed classes that actively engage students in learning. Multimedia exhibits and engaging activities enable everyone to explore the wonders of the human body. Our format also allows teachers to pick the option best suited to their lesson objectives.

The Learning Center is home to Valeda, too. Valeda, the transparent talking woman, has been sharing her story with thousands of students since 1965. Visit the Center to see Valeda, one of the few life-size, transparent, anatomical mannequins in the United States.

Take a moment to discover the various ways our staff can meet your health education needs. Check our calendar and contact the Learning Center or make a reservation today!

Why Health Education?

Look at the facts about Kansas:

And look at the facts about U.S. kids overall:

• It’s estimated that 1 out of every 8 teens is depressed-that’s more than 1 million teens each year.
• Girls are twice as likely to become depressed as guys during the teen years.
• Of 1 million teens who become depressed each year, only 20% will get the help they need to get better
• Of 100 Kansas High School students polled:
  • 43.9 had drank within the last 30 days.
  • 79.4 do not eat five or more fruits and vegetables per day
  • 44.8 have had sexual intercourse
  • 29.2 had rode with a driver who had been drinking alcohol
  • 21.0 smoked cigarettes

Source: September 2005 KidsHealth Youth Risk Behavior Survey Results

Safe & Drug-Free Schools Funding

Kansas Learning Center's prevention programs are eligible for Safe and Drug-Free Schools funding. Call 1-800-789-2124 for more information. Click Here to Apply for Safe & Drug Free Schools funds (Word 273K) >

What to Expect

When coming to the Center for a field trip you can expect to spend 2 hours for 1/2 day program and 5 hours for a full day program (this includes one hour lunch break). K-6 Outreach programs can be scheduled for K-5, K-6, 6-9, 6-12. Please contact our scheduler for specific information for your building.

Food/Lunch Facilities

Food, drinks and gum are not allowed in the Learning Center. If your school is at the Center over the lunch hour, you are welcome to use our Brown Bag Lunch area in the basement of our facility. Scout Park, located a few blocks from the Learning Center, is a wonderful place to have lunch with a covered gazebo, picnic benches and play equipment. Local restaurants are also within walking distance.

Late Arrivals

In order to accommodate all of our guests, groups arriving late will have their program shortened to stay within the scheduled time slot.

Teachers/Chaperones

Teacher/Chaperones are required to accompany students through the field trip and outreach programs. A minimum of one adult for every 15 students is recommended. One adult per every 15 students is welcomed free of charge.

Fee Schedule

Field Trips

• $3.50 per student for a half day program
• $5.50 per student for a full day program

Outreach

• $450 per day plus mileage, meals and hotel as needed
• K-6 - Up to seven programs per day
• 7-12: Up to four programs per day

Payment may be made by cash or check or billed with prior arrangements. Please make checks payable to Kansas Learning Center for Health.

Reservation Checklist

Please complete the following check list prior to calling 1-800-798-2124 to schedule your visit. Or you can make your reservation using our online reservation form.

• School Name
• District Name
• Teacher Name
• Mailing Address, including Zip Code
• Phone Number
• E-Mail Address
• Grade of Students
• Number of Participants
• Number of Chaperones
• Program Choice
• Preferred Date/Time of Visit
• Gift Shop (Yes or No)
• Method of Transportation
• Special Accommodations Needed

Changing Reservation

If you need to change your reservation, please do so at least 24 hours prior to your program time or the school will be charged 25% of the fee for late cancellation. If school is delayed due to weather conditions and you cannot arrive on time for your visit, please call 1-800-798-2124 to find out if we can accommodate your visit of if we need to reschedule. If school is cancelled fro any reason and you will not be able to make your program time, please notify us. We will do our best to reschedule your visit.