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Coastal Education Program for CVESD
Since opening in 1987, the Living Coast and Chula Vista Elementary School District (CVESD) have partnered together to provide standards-based, hands-on science classes to all schools throughout the district.
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Resource Teacher Contact Info
Karen Quirós | karen.quiros@cvesd.org | (619) 476-7836
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Program Structure
The Coastal Education Program at the Living Coast involves a hands-on, standards-based lesson with the Science Resource teacher or a Living Coast staff member. The day will also include a guided tour with a Docent Volunteer, time to explore the Living Coast exhibits, and a provided lunch space with storage for lunches. The exact program schedule varies by grade level.
Click below to select and book your grade-specific program.
Program Fees
This program is generously subsidized by the Chula Vista Elementary School District.
$100 / K-3 Class; $125 / 4-8 Class; $10 / extra chaperone *Call for SDC class information
Other Fees
- Charter School Fee of an additional $2/student
- $20/fish or squid dissection class program
- $50/shuttle if not arriving on school bus
Free Transportation Sponsorship
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Through the Unified Port of San Diego, transportation can be covered for your entire grade level! You must register online by August 26 for a chance to win! Winners will be contacted by your resource teacher, Karen Quiros.
FREE Composting for Kids Outreach Program
Grades 3-8
We come to your classroom and teach the “Whats, Whys, and Hows of Composting”. If you have a compost bin on site, we also spend time turning the pile together. Email Katharine@thelivingcoast.org to find out more. Virtual option(s) now available.