SCBC/Miramar Biotechnology Outreach equips secondary school educators with training, support, and research-grade equipment to bring real-world biotechnology into the classroom. Our programs include hands-on labs such as PCR, ELISA, DNA extraction, and gel electrophoresis—giving students authentic scientific experiences that inspire learning.
Kit and Reagent Reservations
The reservation system will be open to trained teachers during the following periods during the 2025-2026 school year:
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July 16-Sept. 5: You can request materials/kits for August-May (form closed)
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Nov. 3-Nov. 7: You can request materials/kits for January-May
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Jan. 26-Jan. 30: You can request materials/kits for March-May
Review the kit contents to determine which kit you need to complete the labs you have chosen.
Please use the 2025-2026 Reservation Calendar to see if the kit you are interested in is available.
2025-2026 Reservations Calendar
Kits must be picked up/dropped off on Tuesdays specified on the Pick-up/Drop-off schedule. Consumables only reservations can be picked up on any Pick-up/Drop-off date.
Please complete the Reservation Request Form below. We will get back to you as soon as possible about your request. Your reservation is not complete until you receive a confirmation email from us.
Teaching and Learning Materials
Below are the resources that trained teachers will need to implement the labs in the classroom.
Please see the Additional Resources folder for information about lab math and flowgramming. Further resources for ABE-specific labs can be found at the international ABE website.
Teacher Training and Workshops
Are you a middle or high school teacher interested in bringing research-grade biotechnology equipment and labs to your classroom? Contact tmilani@sdccd.edu to be included on the interest list to be notified about upcoming trainings.