NOAA Science Camp

We still have limited space available in Sessions I and II this summer, as well as in our new 2-day ROV mini-session. Help us spread the word. Tell your friends to sign up now! https://wsg.washington.edu/students-teachers/k-12-activities/noaa-science-camp/middle-school/

Middle School – Washington Sea Grant Campers spend the first part of the week visiting a variety of NOAA science offices, where they participate in activities that highlight the scientists’ work. Later in the week, campers work together with NOAA scientists to solve an environmental mystery. Between activities with scientists, campers…

NOAA Science Camp 2016 online registration is now OPEN! Check out our webpage for more info on our Middle School Science Camp sessions, our Junior Leadership Program and our NEW two-day mini-session on Remotely Operated Vehicles! https://wsg.washington.edu/students-teachers/k-12-activities/noaa-science-camp/

NOAA Science Camp – Washington Sea Grant Students entering 6th, 7th or 8th grade engage in fun, hands-on activities that explore the mysteries of our oceans and atmosphere.

Cool way to get involved in increasing your ocean awareness! http://www.fromthebowseat.org/

From the Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Student Contest The contest invites high school students to think critically about issues impacting the ocean through ART, ADVOCACY or ESSAY options. Students can work individually or collaboratively, and cash prizes will be awarded to students, teachers, and schools.

OPPORTUNITY: The Marine Technology Society is pleased to offer thousands of dollars worth of scholarships to college undergraduate and graduate students at four year colleges, and students at two-year technical schools or community colleges who are studying in the marine science, marine engineering, marine technology field, as well as graduating high school seniors. Student membership ($25) in MTS is required and the application deadline is April 15. See https://www.mtsociety.org/education/scholarships.aspx for more information.

MTS: Education MTS is committed to helping students achieve success. Our scholarships are expanding the opportunities and touching the lives of tomorrow's marine engineers and technologists.

NOAA Science Camp 2013 registration is OPEN! Register your ingoing 7th and 8th graders in a week filled with fun projects and activities that explore the mysteries of our oceans and atmosphere. Applications for our high school Junior Leadership Program are available online as well! www.wsg.washington.edu/nsc

NOSB Video Contest is now OPEN! Check this out, and pass along to any high school students you think may be interested in creating and submitting their work. http://www.nosb.org/competitions-2/nosb-video-contest/

2013 “Living on the Ocean Planet” Video Contest The National Ocean Sciences Bowl® (NOSB), in partnership with the National Marine Educators Association (NMEA) and the Ocean Today Kiosk, is sponsoring the 2013 Living on the Ocean Planet video contest.

Did you know when saltwater becomes more acidic, it harms the shell-making ability of oysters, clams, scallops and mussels? It poses a threat to other marine life and the food web. Ocean acidification is caused as the oceans accumulate carbon dioxide, primarily from the atmosphere but also from polluted runoff and other sources. The photos below show what happens to a pteropod’s shell when placed in sea water with pH and carbonate levels projected for the year 2100. The shell slowly dissolves after 45 days.

Washington is the first state to tackle ocean acidification and a special report, part of NOAA's National Shellfish Initiative, will be issued to the Governor on Tuesday. Stay tuned - we'll post details tomorrow.

Image: Courtesy of International Working Group on Ocean Acidification, http://www.st.nmfs.noaa.gov/iwgoa/

Another great opportunity for high school girls interested in studying marine science! And you get to spend time on the beautiful coast of Maine!

Are you a girl looking for adventure?
How does a semester on the Maine coast sound?

Coastal Studies for Girls is now accepting applications from sophomores for Spring 2013 semester and from freshmen for Fall 2013 and Spring 2014 semesters. Admissions are rolling and scholarships are available.

Dive in and apply now!
http://coastalstudiesforgirls.org/Admissions_Information.htm

Great scholarship opportunities for those interested in pursuing marine-related studies. Don't miss the January 15th deadline!

Underwater pumpkin carving? COOL! Don't miss out on this fun event at the Seattle Aquarium!

The giant pumpkins and Halloween decorations have just arrived this morning at the Aquarium! Join us for Underwater Pumpkin Carving Demonstrations, spooky Halloween activities and fun Halloween treats this weekend, October 27-28! www.seattleaquarium.org/halloween

Know any high school students or teachers who would start an Orca Bowl Ocean Sciences competition team at their school? Orca Bowl 2013 pre-registration is open. Pass the word on! Check out http://www.wsg.washington.edu/education/events/orca/prospective.html

Prospective Teams - Orca Bowl - K-12 Events and Opportunities - Education - Washington Sea Grant Washington Sea Grant, serving people who manage, use and enjoy Washington's ocean and coasts.

Pass the word along to any teachers you may know - NOAA's Teacher at Sea Program is accepting applications for their 2013 field season. This is a GREAT opportunity for teachers to get out in the field! Deadline is Oct. 31.
http://teacheratsea.noaa.gov/

NOAA Teacher at Sea Program The NOAA Teacher at Sea Program call for applications for the 2013 field season will be openOctober 1 – 31, 2012. If you are interested in applying, you may preview a PDF of the application byclicking here. If you decide you would like to apply after previewing the application, please return to ...