Join us as we share the wonder of the natural world through the lens of a polar explorer!

NGSS Aligned Curriculum

Our ocean science curriculum incorporates nationwide science standards to give students the opportunity to learn about, connect with, and conserve our planet's oceans while achieving credit within their own educational institution. ​

Captivating Instructors

 We bring in experts from the field to fulfill the needs of the programs that we create. Our unique team of naturalists, scientists, outdoor educators, and biologists have field experience from the farthest stretches of the planet and every ocean in-between.

Online Courses

OYA's virtual content is  presented on an interactive e-learning platform and is purposefully designed to easily adapt to your students curricular needs.  Our courses are compatible with traditional k-12, private and homeschool systems.
​Check out our flagship course Polar Oceans! Available now.

Virtual Classroom

About Us

The Ocean Youth Academy is a non-profit organization who's mission is to provide a sustainable model of education that connects youth with the ocean and the wonders of our natural world. Our experienced team brings the passion and knowledge from the field right to your home or classroom. 

WHAT WE DO
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Want to help spread marine science education worldwide?  Ocean Youth Academy needs your help! A tax deductible donation of any size goes directly towards supporting our mission and making marine science education accessible to students world wide. Thank you for your generosity!

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“The course that the Ocean Youth Academy created
is well organized and a great way to learn new things.
I loved the class focusing on polar animals!”
​ - Carolyn A. 7th Grade

"Ocean Youth Academy provided my students with an amazing educational experience. OYA creates wonderful courses to take our little classroom in the midwest to the far corners of the globe. I will be including this course in my curriculum for many years!"
​- Madeleine S. 6th Grade Educator