Sanibel Sea School’s Homeschool at Sea program is back, offering an engaging marine science experience for homeschoolers. This immersive program allows students to explore the wonders of the ocean through hands-on, experiential learning. Students dive into marine ecosystems, coastal habitats, and the diverse species of the ocean.
Like Sanibel Sea School’s day courses, Homeschool at Sea includes field trips to Gulf beaches, mangrove forests, and Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation’s preserves. Using marine biology as the foundation, the curriculum covers exciting topics like symbiotic relationships, lunar cycles, taxonomy, and more, with a focus on sea creatures and their ecosystems.
The program fosters environmental stewardship by teaching students about the importance of ocean conservation and human impact on marine habitats. Whether your child is passionate about the ocean or just starting to explore, Homeschool at Sea welcomes students of all levels.
Course Schedule
Homeschool at Sea runs from September to November, offering two classes per week for each age group: ages 4-6, 6-10, 10-13, and 13-17.
This year’s topics include:
- Week 1 (Sept. 10-13): Animal Behavior
- Week 2 (Sept. 16-20): Marine Food Webs
- Week 3 (Sept. 23-27): Habitats & Climate Change
- Week 4 (Sept. 30-Oct. 4): Predator-Prey Interactions
- Week 5 (Oct. 7-11): Form Fits Function
- Week 6 (Oct. 15-18): Marine Ecology
- Week 7 (Oct. 21-25): Marine Debris & Plastics
- Week 8 (Oct. 28-Nov. 1): Camouflage
- Week 9 (Nov. 4-8): Reptiles
- Week 10 (Nov. 12-15): Marine Invertebrates
- Week 11 (Nov. 18-22): Water Quality
Class Details
- Classes run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for ages 6 and up.
- Ages 4-6 classes run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Students can choose morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions.
- Course fees range from $20-40 per session.
Special discounted rates are available, and Sanibel Sea School encourages families with financial concerns to reach out for assistance.
For more information or to register, visit Sanibel Sea School’s Homeschool at Sea.
