WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH: LAUREN BIRNEY IS GETTING URBAN MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE IN RESTORING OYSTER HAB

The video follows a group of Brooklyn students on a field trip to New York Harbor, where they engage in the Billion Oyster Project, a restoration initiative supported by Pace University and the National Science Foundation. The project aims to restore the oyster ecosystem, which is crucial for water filtration and environmental health. Students participate in hands-on learning, measuring oysters and contributing to scientific databases. The program encourages collaboration with the New York Aquarium and plans to expand globally, fostering a connected community focused on environmental preservation.

Describe the changes in perception about nature that one student experienced.

What role does the New York Aquarium play in the Billion Oyster Project?