Local schools, clubs and youth groups are invited to partner with Sustainable Sarasota to develop sustainability-based educational programs. Sustainability education fits into all grades and many areas of study, including: biology, life science, chemistry, social science and economics courses at all grades.

Sustainable Sarasota staff can visit your classroom and lead interactive lessons. Topics include: Ecological Footprint, Energy, Invasive Species, Sustainable Government and Sustainable Living.

Please contact Sustainable Sarasota at 941-861-5654 if you would like assistance in developing lessons and programs on sustainability.

Student Research at Red Bug Slough Preserve

Sustainable Sarasota currently partners with Booker High School Environmental Science Academy, providing a hands-on curriculum for students to participate in the study and management of environmentally-sensitive lands.

Through a grant from the Legacy Program of Southwest Florida Water Management District, Sarasota County biologists are working with students and teachers to integrate land management and environmental education at Red Bug Slough Preserve. School activities include fieldtrips, water quality testing, habitat plot monitoring, butterfly garden installation, and trails improvement.

For more information, please contact Jeff Jackson, Director of the Environmental Science Academy: 941-355-2967.

Projects and Internships with Sustainable Sarasota

High school, college students and teachers are all invited to get involved in Sustainable Sarasota's educational programs. Check out Volunteer and Intern Opportunities in environmental education and sustainability.