Each year, we are pleased to offer free admission to Massachusetts children in grades K-12 from schools that meet the criteria for financial need, which is determined by the percentage of students in the school who are eligible for the federal free or reduced lunch program.

"Free to Learn" field trips take place from September through February during the school day. Weekends, vacation periods and Fridays are unavailable, and other blackout dates may apply.

As part of the program and to enhance the educational component of the visit, a teacher or representative from the school is required to attend a free two-hour field trip preparation workshop offered by the Aquarium’s Teacher Resource Center. The workshop includes a tour of the TRC and a curriculum-based guided tour of the Aquarium exhibits. Workshop participants will receive several standards-based educational activities to use before, during or after the field trip. PDPs are also available.

How to Apply

The application process for the 2009/10 school year has closed. If you have any questions, please contact the Teacher Resource Center at (617) 973-6590 or email nscola@neaq.org.

Deadlines

Once you are accepted, you must follow the instructions in the step-by-step field trip guide to make a reservation for your visit.


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National Grid: The Power of Action
our signature corporate sponsor for 2009–2010.