"Through original research projects in marine ecology, beautifully-designed field guides (which include creative reflections on urban ecology in addition to scientific data), and presentations to scientists, managers and the general public, the students of High Tech High and their mentors are raising awareness of the environmental issues facing San Diego Bay. High Tech High's innovative approach is serving as a model for educational programs in ecological assessment and environmental awareness in the U.S. and abroad. We congratulate them on their achievements and look forward to their continued success in advancing marine conservation and science literacy." |
-- 2006 SEAWORLD/BUSCH GARDENS/FUJIFILM ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS |
"The field guide presents a wonderful synthesis of original science, review of published information, and humanistic insights into conservation. If only the rest of America were as interested, informed, and dedicated as your students, this country could readily solve its environmental problems. I do hope that all your students will in the future remain involved in and contribute to conservation.” |
-- George B. Schaller, Wildlife Conservation Society, New York |
“There is hope for nature! Just when you thought younger generations
have lost the ability to venture more than ten feet away from their Playstation
2’s, the students of High Tech High have produced a field guide
that not only gives a three dimensional picture of San Diego Bay, but
also inspires with every page…” |
-- Randy Olson, Ph.D., Filmmaker/Marine Biologist, Director of The Shifting
Baselines Ocean Media Project |
“The scientific components are as good as any I’ve seen,
while the poems and personal reflections on nature, science and place
help to bring the San Diego Bay area alive. Taken together, they capture
the essence of not just a region, but of the deep connections between
nature, science and humanity…” |
-- Thomas Hayden, Senior Writer, US News & World Report |
“The Venn diagram in the early pages says a great deal about
the well-organized integration and multidisciplinary nature of this wonderful
project. I was also delighted to see evolution given a prominent heading
and early introduction. Bravo!” |
-- Oliver A. Ryder, Ph.D., Kleberg Genetics Chair and Head, Genetics Division, CRES - Conservation and Research for Endangered Species, Zoological Society of San Diego |
“I am particularly thrilled with their use of cutting-edge Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technology
to create biogeographical maps. This practical book employs a cross-disciplinary
approach which skillfully combines the humanities with technology.” |
-- Dr. Ming-Hsiang Tsou, Associate Professor at Department of Geography,
San Diego State University. |
”…I’m going to keep a copy in my office
as a reference for my local research and teaching activities and buy many
copies as beautifully illustrated gifts for friends’ coffee tables!” |
-- Brian T. Hentschel, Assistant Professor of Biology, San Diego State University |