Discovery Labs take place at the Aquarium in the Carol Kiessig Marine Education Center. Choose from a variety of topics and bring the wonders of the ocean to your students through instructor led lessons and activities specifically designed to promote hands-on learning. Each lab is guided by grade specific Next Generation Science Standards to enhance and your classroom’s science curriculum. All programs include a self-guided visit to the Aquarium and Gift Shop. Explore our programs below to learn more!
Enhance your students’ learning with fun and engaging programs at the Aquarium! Select your grade level and choose from a variety of topics to bring the wonders of the ocean into your classroom.
The Central Coast Aquarium strives to offer scholarship assistance for school program fees. Funds are awarded at the discretion of the Aquarium on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.
Note: Some funds are reserved for SLO County Title I students. Applicants will be asked to provide information about their school, program of interest, and a statement of need describing how the desired program will enhance student learning.
Please contact education@centralcoastaquarium.com with questions or specific program needs, including Spanish programming.
