Brightmark, a company dedicated to innovative waste solutions, and the Guy Harvey Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on marine conservation, have joined forces to expand the reach of their impactful K-12 marine science curriculum, ‘Changing the Tide.’ Now available in Spanish, the curriculum is poised to reach a wider audience of Spanish-speaking students and educators both in the U.S. and across the globe.
This vital initiative is designed to address the critical issue of plastic pollution in our oceans and empower students to become agents of change. The curriculum educates students about the devastating impact of plastic on marine life and the environment, encouraging them to take action through hands-on activities.
The curriculum’s translation into Spanish is a significant step towards making marine science education more accessible to a larger population, particularly in communities where Spanish is the primary language. This initiative aligns perfectly with the growing number of Spanish-speaking students in the United States, particularly in coastal states like California and Florida, where the need for environmental education and action is paramount.
To further amplify the program’s impact, Brightmark and the Guy Harvey Foundation are organizing bicoastal community cleanup days on September 20th. Students from partnering schools in California and Florida will participate in these cleanup events, gaining firsthand experience with the consequences of plastic pollution and learning how to make a difference in their communities.
This initiative underscores the importance of collaboration and education in tackling environmental challenges. By expanding the reach of ‘Changing the Tide’ into Spanish, Brightmark and the Guy Harvey Foundation are equipping a new generation of students with the knowledge and skills to become responsible stewards of our planet’s oceans.
