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Academy of Marine and Environmental Science
AMES
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Be a part of an academy that…• Teaches you about the living
world• Allows you to incorporate your
love of nature into your school work
• Immerses you in the challenges and issues of science and technology
• Encourages your involvement and activism in today’s changing world
• Involves you in exciting activities that protect endangered species and local habitats
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AMES Core Courses Include:• Marine Science 1• Marine Science 2• Environmental
Science or AP Environmental Science
• Internship
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AMES Activities and Programs:• World Ocean Watch• Forest Watch• Sea Turtle Program• Clean Beaches
Campaign• SCUBA Club• Reef Restoration• Field Trips to
Everglades and Biscayne Nature Center
• Beach High Native Plant Restoration Project
• Competitions
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World Ocean Watch:• Field trips to study
local habitats• Use NASA satellite
technology to monitor environmental issues
• Film, TV, and media production
• Develop strategies to address local marine and environmental issues
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SCUBA Club:
• Swimming and diving certification
• Dive trips for WOW activities
• Local reef study and restoration
• Underwater filming and video production
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Turtle Program:• We work directly with the
turtle permit holder for Miami Dade Parks
• Locate, monitor, and film nesting sites on Miami Beach
• Develop and maintain a data base for government agencies
• Design programs for education and awareness
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Clean Beaches Campaign:• We work with the
city to promote and monitor clean beaches and waterways
• We partner with ECOMB (Environmental Coalition of Miami Beach)
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How Do I Join?• Complete an application
• Available in Room 3753 or download from the school’s website
• Obtain proper signatures and see Mr. Guthrie in Room 3753
• Sign up for the correct AMES course• Marine 1 if you are a new academy
student• Marine 2 if you have taken Marine 1• Environmental Science or AP if you
have completed both Marine Science courses