To offer young adults a glimpse into the Aquarium world, the South Carolina Aquarium offers a shadow program for students in grades six to twelve. This program offers the opportunity to observe some of the jobs that keep an Aquarium humming – like aquarist, educator or mammal behaviorist.
The shadow program will be offered on three dates:
February 2, 2013
February 18, 2013 (President’s Day) October 14, 2013 (Columbus Day)
Because most schools are not in session on these days, students will not miss school responsibilities.
Write a 300-word essay describing why they are interested in participating and what they hope to gain from their time at the Aquarium.
Secure a letter of recommendation from an adult, non-family member, preferably a current teacher.
Submit the form, the essay and the recommendation in an envelope to:
South Carolina Aquarium Attn:
Ashley Bradt
South Carolina Aquarium
100 Aquarium Wharf
Charleston, SC 29401
January 22, 2013 (for the February 2 Shadow Day)
February 11, 2013 (for the February 18 Shadow Day)
October 7, 2013 (for the October 14 Shadow Day)
Parents will be contacted by phone or email one week before the Shadow Days to notify them if their child has been accepted to participate in the program.
Please address questions to Ashley Bradt at Education@scaquarium.org or (843) 579-8531.
