Who The University of Southern Mississippi College of Marine Sciences invites schools in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama to bring the ocean and estuaries to their students for hands-on experiences with marine life and wildlife. Schools eligible for participation must be within 100 miles of USM's J.L. Scott Marine Education Center and Aquarium.
Teachers also receive resource materials and activities about the topics discussed.
During interactive sessions, students will learn about endangered and threatened sea turtles, human impacts on the environment, coastal reptiles, and the essential role wildlife has in our coastal habitats. When Programs are offered during the academic year by special arrangement. To prevent undue stress on the animals, afternoon sessions are not available. Typically a reservation will include Monday or Friday morning programs for a single school or by special permission, in cooperation with multiple schools. Where Four separate classrooms in your school or comparable facility.