The Cabrillo High School Aquarium in Lompoc has been recognized with the Superintendent’s Award for Excellence in Museum Education by the California Association of Museums (CAM), the state’s most prestigious honor in museum-based education.

The award was formally presented at the recent CAM Annual Conference, where aquarium director Greg Eisen, along with advisors Michelle Poquette and Christopher Ladwig, represented the aquarium.

“This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our students, staff, and the entire Lompoc community,” said Eisen. “The aquarium exists to connect people, especially young people, with the natural world, and to be honored by the state for that work is incredibly meaningful.”

The Cabrillo High School Aquarium, at 4350 Constellation Road, is a fully student-run facility offering free public programming throughout the school year. The aquarium’s next two open houses are:

● April 22, It’s Earth Day! — 6-8 p.m. Will offer activities and displays highlighting the importance of our natural world.
● May 20, Student Projects — 6-8 p.m. Will showcase the projects accomplished by Aquarium Science students. Admission is free.

The aquarium will host its annual Summer Camp, a week-long, student-run program open to campers of all ages. Participants will get hands-on experience in animal feedings, husbandry projects, and exhibit maintenance, learning what it takes to be an aquarist.

The morning session is sold out, but afternoon sessions (1-3 p.m.) are available. Register at cabrillohighschoolaquarium.org/summer-camp.

For more, visit cabrillohighschoolaquarium.org/open-house-dates.