Education
Teens (14-18)
Self-expression. Confidence. Identity. Independence. Leadership.
Develop these and more with peers and Shedd mentors. Take control plotting the course of a ship. Experience international travel that expands your perspective. Strengthen your community through environmental stewardship. The choice is up to you.
Who will you become?
Mentor Programs — Fall and Spring
Club Shedd
Club Shedd, your forum for all things science and nature, is back and better than ever. Each experience will be tailored to your personal interests, with explorations and open discussion. Therefore each semester is unique and you can now participate in both semesters. We’ve also added an overnight field experience for greater connection to local ecosystems. Bring your ideas and questions to monthly forums, get together with other teens to explore your interests and discover how you can make a difference in the world.
Fall 2009 Dates (Fall semester is full and registration is closed)
Nov. 4, Dec. 16, Jan. 13 6 p.m.–8p.m. Monthly Group Forums
Nov. 14–15 Overnight field experience to Indiana Dunes
Spring 2010 Dates (Register now! Spring semester is filling quickly.)
Feb. 18, Apr. 15, May 13 6 p.m.–8 p.m. Monthly Group Forums
Mar. 6–7 Overnight field experience to Indiana Dunes
$149 a semester ($298 for both semesters); limited needs-based scholarships are available
Participants must be at least 14 years old and in high school
Download the Club Shedd registration form for the 2009-2010 sessions.
Shedd Stewards
Free Saturday programs for high school students
Increase your service learning hours by helping the environment! Shedd Stewards is an opportunity for teens in the Chicago area to learn more about local ecosystems while participating in hands-on stewardship activities. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to make a difference! Dates coming soon.
For more information, e-mail mentorprograms@sheddaquarium.org.
High School Marine Biology (HSMB)
Participants must be at least 14 years old and in high school, and have successfully completed at least one high school science course.
So you want to be a marine biologist, but have no clue where to start? We’ve got the answer. Travel to the Bahamas and live aboard Shedd’s research vessel, the R/V Coral Reef II. Shedd’s High School Marine Biology program allows you to observe and experience life as a marine science researcher. Immerse yourself in discoveries by conducting your own research.
Check out the HSMB ship's website and see for yourself.
Registration is closed. Apply for summer 2010 beginning Jan. 1, 2010. Join our e-mail list to hear about upcoming programs.
Young Naturalists
Young Naturalists are outgoing and motivated to share their excitement for the natural world. This six-week program offers training and intensive work experiences that introduce high school students to the professional world of natural science education. Join Shedd in creatively connecting aquarium guests to the exploration and discovery of nature.
Applicant must fulfill the following requirements:
Be a resident of the city of Chicago
Be a student of any Chicago high school
Be between the ages of 15 and 18 (as of June 1 of the program year)
Have completed at least one year of high school science
Registration is closed. Join our e-mail list to hear about upcoming programs.
College courses
The world becomes your classroom when you study Marine and Island Ecology.
Discounts on many educational programs and classes is just one of the great perks of Shedd membership. Become a member today!
