PBC Schools Among First Public School Districts Recognized as Guy Harvey Conservation Districts

The Guy Harvey Foundation (GHF), a global non-profit organization that supports scientific research, advances education, and drives advocacy that protects marine ecosystems to keep the ocean a place for exploration for generations to come, is proud to announce that 11 public school districts in Florida were named Guy Harvey Conservation Districts during the 2025-2026 school year:

• Brevard Public Schools
• Broward County Public Schools
• Flagler Schools
• Hillsborough County Public Schools
• School District of Manatee County
• Martin County School District
• School District of Osceola County
• Palm Beach County School District
• Santa Rosa County District Schools
• Sarasota County Public Schools

This designation signifies each school district’s commitment to environmental education through teacher professional development, experiential learning and environmental leadership.

“The work and commitment that the educators and schools from these pioneer school districts have demonstrated to promote and strengthen marine science and conservation education is truly something to admire,” said Guy Harvey Foundation CEO Jessica Harvey. “The ultimate goal of our educational initiatives is to educate, enlighten and inspire not only students and teachers in Florida but also across the U.S. and globally.”

Through the Guy Harvey Conservation Education Program, educators, and by extension schools and school districts, can participate in regional professional development opportunities dedicated to environmental STEAM education. Following their training in the program, participants become Guy Harvey Conservation (GHC) Educators who are then empowered with recognition, knowledge and resources they can share with students to foster environmental awareness and contribute to a sustainable future. The program offers supplies and grants for field trips enabling GHC Educators to enhance their teaching and instill conservation values in students. Open to all elementary, middle and high school educators, the immersive and experiential education program includes all the materials, classroom supplies and educational content they need to inspire and excite the next generation of stewards of ocean conservation.

In total, there are 75 Conservation Education Schools within the 2025-2026 Guy Harvey Conservation Districts and 357 teachers who are recognized as Guy Harvey Conservation Educators.

Since the Guy Harvey Conservation Education Program launched in 2024, more than 1,600 educators have been trained, over 220 GHC schools and organizations have been recognized, and 19,000 students have engaged in field trip experiences.

For more information on the Guy Harvey Conservation Education Program, including benefits, upcoming training locations, schedules, and how to become a Guy Harvey Conservation Educator, School or District, visit GuyHarveyFoundation.org/education/conservationprogram/ or email cet@guyharveyfoundation.org.