Two class scholarships to be awarded to attend CCMI’s 3-day/2-night Marine Ecology Course in Little Cayman
TWO CLASS SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MARINE ECOLOGY COURSE AT CCMI AVAILABLE TO YEAR 5 & 6 GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS
Take the eco-warrior challenge: make a change, win an all-expenses paid adventure to Little Cayman!
The Central Caribbean Marine Institute’s (CCMI) Marine Ecology Course (MEC) is more than a three-day field trip to the Little Cayman Research Centre – it’s a powerful educational experience that inspires the next generation to understand and appreciate the ecological significance of marine ecosystems. Guided by CCMI’s team of marine experts, students explore the pristine reefs of Little Cayman. The course covers tropical marine biology, ecology, and conservation topics through immersive activities such as snorkelling, species identification, beach cleanups, field trips, lionfish dissections, a range of interactive classes, and much more! Thanks to the support of The BODA Charitable Star Trust and Dart, two classes from government primary schools (years 5 and 6) will be receive this all-expenses-paid experience in 2024 at no cost to them.
Since 2017, CCMI has been able to award scholarships to more than 300 local students to attend this incredible all-expenses paid experience in Little Cayman!
WHO: Year 5 or Year 6 government primary school classes/clubs (teacher/parent/administrator must apply for the class); two classes will be selected following the application process
WHAT: CCMI’s ECO-WARRIOR CHALLENGE: MAKE A CHANGE, WIN AN ADVENTURE
Following the hottest summer on record, inspiring the next generation to combat climate change has never been more urgent. CCMI challenges all year 5 and 6 government school classes to rise to the occasion and make changes in their schools and the wider Cayman community. CCMI encourages teachers and administrators to empower local students to take impactful action for the environment.
The two eligible classes to demonstrate the most significant positive impact will be awarded an all-expense-paid journey to attend the CCMI’s MEC in Little Cayman. During the course, students will build on their knowledge and actions demonstrated in the application, gaining an in-depth understanding about vital marine ecosystems and the importance of safeguarding these environments for the future.
WHEN: Applications and Eco-Warrior Challenge entries due: 5pm Friday, 4th
October 2024
Email to: [email protected]
Three-day residential MEC at the Little Cayman Research Centre:
Fall 2024 (available dates: 19-21 November and 26-28 November)
WHERE: MEC takes place at CCMI’s Little Cayman Research Centre, Little Cayman
LINKS:
About the Marine Ecology Course (MEC): https://tinyurl.com/CCMI-MEC
Application form (fillable PDF): https://tinyurl.com/CCMI-MEC2024
TESTIMONIALS FROM 2023 ATTENDEES:
“It was an awesome experience for me. My first time snorkelling and I absolutely loved it! I learned a lot about marine life and how it helps us.”
-Kai, Enda Moyle Primary School
“This programme taught the students some very important life lessons and a level of independence. Our students are now more environmentally aware and able to share their knowledge with their families and friends.”
Lauren Campbell, chaperone, Edna Moyle Primary School
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The Central Caribbean Marine Institute (CCMI) is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1998 to protect the future of coral reefs, envisioning a world with vibrant oceans and healthy coral reef ecosystems. CCMI maintains a growing marine research and education facility with a resident team of staff based in Little Cayman in the Cayman Islands. CCMI is a US 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (ID# 22-3609293). CCMI is also a UK charity (#1104009) and Cayman Islands nonprofit (NP-03) with satellite offices in both the United Kingdom and on Grand Cayman. To deliver our mission, we also have a range of outstanding international partnerships and collaborators, all with a clear, simplistic goal to protect oceans for the future. CCMI has a Candid (formerly GuideStar) Platinum Seal of Transparency.
“Sustaining marine biodiversity through research, education, outreach, and conservation”
Read more about our Impact to see our latest accomplishments. Watch our 25th anniversary video to learn more about what inspires our team and where we are focused for the future.
CCMI is registered in the U.S. as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (ID# 22-3609293); in the UK (#1104009) and in the Cayman Islands (NP-3). U.S. donations are fully tax-deductible as allowed by law. CCMI has been awarded the Candid. (formerly Guidestar) Platinum Seal of Transparency for 2024.
