Education Programs
Osprey
The Ocean Science Program for Research, Education, and Youth (OSPREY) is a °®ÎÛ´«Ã½ College of Marine Science initiative, developed and hosted at the Clam Bayou Marine Education Center in partnership with the City of St. Petersburg. This program is advancing environmental education through dynamic, hands-on learning experiences designed to inspire local elementary students and support educators. Together, OSPREY fosters environmental stewardship, scientific literacy, and career readiness for the next generation
The best way to learn about the environment, careers to protect it, and how to care for it, is to spend time in the environment!
OSPREY young scholars taking wind data.
Key components of the OSPREY Program:
- Coastal Field Experiences
- Educator Professional Development
- Classroom Integration
- Student-Led Stewardship Projects
OSPREY teacher training.
Osprey Leadership:
Charmaine Rushing, Program Liaison, rushingl@pcsb.org
Amber Robinson, Program Liaison, robinsonam@pcsb.org
Makenzie Kerr, Program Manager, burrowsm@usf.edu
Teresa Greely, Director Education & Outreach, greely@usf.edu
