Taking the Classroom Afloat!

Maritime High School 9th grade students started their maritime education in the fall with weekly trips on board the Admiral Jack in the Duwamish River. The fall program involves learning about vessel operations; including knot tying, line handling, engine checks, and navigation. They also test the quality of the river water; collecting data on temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity and nitrates throughout the quarter. Read more here.