STUDENT IMPACT
The best way to understand the impact CoastX is having on middle and high school students is to hear their stories in their voices.
We hope you enjoy!
Marine Art Program- 2025
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Student Perspective
Students share their favorite experiences from the Marine Art Program, and the personal impact it had.
Wood Island As Studio
CoastX students use Wood Island Life Saving Station as an inspirational field studio. Hear their experiences creating artwork on the waterfront alongside professional Artists-in-Residence during our art programs!
Favorite Art Project
Over the course of our 5 day art program, students have the opportunity to work on a range of projects in a multitude of different mediums. Here they share their favorite works from the week!
Ocean Discovery Programs- July & August 2025
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Impact: Student Stories
Building valuable experiences and memories that last a lifetime: Students recall highlights of their action-packed Ocean Discovery week!
Ocean Discovery Week Student Perspectives
An overview of the CoastX Ocean Dicovery Program on land and at sea
ROV Imapct: First-Hand Exploration
ROVs (Remote Operated underwater Vehicles) are an essential tool for underwater exploration, and an ideal way for students to dive into the world of marine ecosystems and technology - without having to actually dive in!
Underwater Drones!
Hear CoastX students share their experiences learning to pilot ROVs (underwater drones) then using them to get up close and personal with marine life as part of our Ocean Discovery programs.
Hands-On Science: Plankton Tows!
Experiential Learning at its BEST! Hear CoastX students talk about using plankton tows and microscopes to discover the world of life inside a drop of sea water!
ROVs in Action: Life Under the Piscataqua
CoastX students relay their experiences deploying ROVs to discover magnificent ecosystems at the bottom of the Piscataqua River Estuary.