Watsonville Area Teens Conserving Habitats
High school
WATCH is a year-long program for high school students in Watsonville, California.
This program is "on paws."
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Program details
Watsonville Area Teens Conserving Habitats (WATCH) is offered only at Pajaro Valley, Watsonville and Aptos high schools in Watsonville, California. This year-long program begins in the summer and extends throughout the school year.
During the summer component, students explore the Pajaro River Watershed, meet with local scientists and participate in inquiry-based learning. They also learn about environmental issues in their community and participate in local restoration efforts.
In the fall, the same students enroll in a WATCH Honors Biology class and develop their own field research project based on an environmental topic. They work with Aquarium staff and teachers, as well as scientists and educators from the community to complete their projects. Upon completion of the projects, students receive a scholarship and community service hours needed for graduation.
Requirements
- Grade level: Be a full-time student at Pajaro Valley High School, Aptos High School or Watsonville High School
- Ages: 14 or older
How to apply
If you are a student at the participating high schools, please contact your science teacher or guidance counselor for enrollment information.