K-12 Education

Children painting oyster shells in VSAREC classroom

The K–12 Education Program at the Virginia Seafood AREC partners with schools and teachers to create engaging learning experiences that highlight Virginia’s seafood and aquaculture industries. Through interactive lessons and hands-on activities, students gain a deeper appreciation for science, sustainability, and coastal life.

Program Features

Facility tours
Classroom visits
Unique hands-on activities
Student internships
Community outreach

Listen to our K-12 Outreach and Engagement Coordinator Tiffany speak about different career pathways in aquaculture at Virginia Tech's Oyster Day. Video by Jacob Jenkins for Virginia Tech.