Why the Ocean?
Chrissy Frederick, Ocean First Education
I grew up outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the transition zone between suburban and rural.
My Inner Fish
Zoe Keenan, Ocean First Education Advocate
Hi! My name is Zoe Keenan. I am currently a sophomore in high school.
Cultivating Your Inner Darwin
Graham Casden, Ocean First Education
The amazing diversity of the Galapagos is largely attributed to the fact that three major ocean currents converge on these fabled islands.
Introducing Marine Science
Catherine E Christopher, Ocean First Education
Interject a little marine science into your regular science routine.
Add a Splash of Marine Science
Catherine E Christopher, Ocean First Education
The ocean covers more than 70% of this planet; it ignites our curiosity and impacts our lives every day.
Using Tools
Linda Petuch, Teacher Ocean First Education Advocate
Using science tools and creating models is not only a valuable, it is also a lot of fun.
Students and Animals
Linda Petuch, Teacher Ocean First Education Advocate
I was very fortunate to keep live animals in my science classroom.
Authentic Learning
Linda Petuch, Teacher Ocean First Education Advocate
One of my favorite ways to facilitate authentic learning is by taking my students outside.
Active Learners
Linda Petuch, Teacher Ocean First Education Advocate
I learned that one of the greatest gifts we can give our students is to involve them as ACTIVE learners.
Antarctica!
Graham Casden, Ocean First Education
If you’re like I was, ‘Antarctica’ conjures images of flat, white vastness as far as the eye can see.
New Scuba Divers!
Dawne Mangus, Teacher
Aspen Ridge Preparatory School has twelve new Junior Open Water Divers!
Ocean Optimism
Klara Fejer, Ocean First Eduation
When asked about the future of our ocean, many people may take a grim and often pessimistic stance after considering modern day news and statistics...
Try New Things!
Fatima Flores Almanza, A Rising Tide Scholar
Hello, I’m Fatima Flores Almanza and I am one of the A Rising Tides scholars.
Looking Ahead
Catherine E. Christopher, Ocean First Education
Another year is coming to an end, which brings with it a time for reflection and looking ahead.
Go Big!
Joshua Johnston, A Rising Tide Scholar
Looking back on this year as it comes to a close, I’ve had some important life-changing experiences.