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Students participating in Digital Learning Day in the Discovery Labs

Special Education Ocean Connection Lab

When

Wed. and Thurs. during the school year

Length

45 minutes

Location

Aquarium Learning Labs

Grades

Specialized program for moderate to severe special needs

Fees

Free

Students in special education are encouraged to participate in any of our school programs. If you're the lead teacher of a special education class with fewer than the required number of students or students with moderate to severe needs, our Habitat Hunters Lab is designed just for you. Your Aquarium educator will be contacting you for additional information on how they can best support your class and will work with you to tailor the program to meet your student's needs. This program also includes time for self-guided exploration of the Aquarium.

Program times and schedule

To guarantee a seamless experience please plan travel time accordingly. If you arrive after your designated arrival time, we may not be able to accommodate your students.

45 minutes + self-guided time

9:15 a.m. program
9 a.m. arrive at Hovden Way
11:30 a.m. lunch in the Aquarium picnic area

10:30 a.m. program
10:15 a.m. arrive at Hovden Way
12 p.m. lunch in the Aquarium picnic area

Group information

Maximum 15 students

  • Habitat Hunters is designed for K-12 students with moderate to severe special needs.
  • Special education groups receive a one to one, chaperone to student ratio.

Program topic

Habitat Hunters

What is unique about the Monterey Bay? The Monterey Bay is home to many species of marine invertebrates. Even though all these animals call the bay home, they are each suited to live in particular habitats within it. Through visuals and tactile stimuli, including live animals, students will get an up-close look at the kelp forest, sandy shore, and rocky shore habitats, and animals that inhabit them.

Next Generation Science Standards

  • Science and Engineering Practices
    • Asking Questions and Defining Problems
  • Disciplinary Core Ideas
    • Our educators will work with you to determine the appropriate Disciplinary Core Ideas for your class.
  • Crosscutting Concept
    • Structure and Function

Booking your field trip

  • Select Book your field trip on our field trips webpage.
  • Create an account or log into an existing account.
  • Enter your group size and select your grade band to view our availability.
  • Select your preferred program and date from the listed options.
  • Complete the requested information and submit your booking.
  • Visit our Educator account FAQs for more specific information about booking.