Sponsored by the Urbanna Oyster Festival Marine Legacy Program, Chesapeake Academy fourth and seventh grade students recently enjoyed half-day boat trips designed to illuminate the marine ecosystems in Urbanna Creek. Students enjoyed learning about the life cycle of crabs as well as the anatomy of an oyster and its vital role in cleaning local waterways.
Throughout the trip, students explored the ecological impacts on water quality and marine diversity of land use choices.
Chesapeake Academy is an accredited, independent pre-kindergarten 3 and 4 through eighth grade school located in Irvington that values and embraces cultural and economic diversity. Extended care is available until 5:30 p.m. Chesapeake Academy is an affordable option for families, with almost half of current families receiving financial assistance.
For information, contact Sonja Smith, director of admission, at ssmith@chesapeakeacademy.org or call the school at 804-438-5575.
