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 for the 2025-2026 school year is closed. Check back for updates for the 2026-2027 school year.
In the meantime you can review the kit contents to determine which kits you might need in the future.
If you would like to check to see what you have already reserved, or double check a pick up or drop off date please use the links below.
2025-2026 Reservations Calendar
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
Save the date! Our next teacher training for high school teacher interested in bringing research-grade biotechnology equipment and labs to their classrooms will be held at Miramar College from June 29-July 1, 2026. Please see this flyer for more information or contact [email protected].
Community of Practice
We are excited to announce a new initiative from the Miramar College Biotechnology Outreach team and Mira Mesa High School — a Community of Practice (CoP) specifically for high school educators. Whether you're looking to integrate foundational biotech lessons for the first time or seeking to expand your existing instruction this group is for you! The CoP is designed to be a collaborative space for all teachers interested in biotech, providing valuable resources, specialized knowledge, and a strong professional network. Our next meeting will be in May. Stay tuned for more information. Please reach out to [email protected] if you are interested in joining us.