About EdExplore

EdExploreSRQ is a web-based search platform that is transforming the way Sarasota County teachers, principals and parents identify and learn about experiential learning opportunities available in our area. Featuring hundreds of offerings by local non-profits and individual teaching artists, each EdExploreSRQ “exploration” is reviewed and approved by school district staff to ensure connections to educational standards.

Through EdExploreSRQ, educators at all grade levels not only expand and enrich their classrooms, they also increase student awareness and access to our community’s wonderful arts, cultural and scientific resources. Whether simply sparking a new area of interest or even shaping a future career path, the result can be a life changing experience for young learners.

Although initially designed as an educational tool for use by teachers and principals, EdExploreSRQ is also a valuable resource for parents seeking to identify unique learning experiences outside the classroom for their children.

FEATURED EXPLORATIONS

JAZZLINKS- The Civil Rights Movement

Jazzlinks takes history off the page and makes it come alive! This collaboration between the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe (WBTT) and The Jazz Club of Sarasota is designed to educate high school and middle school students about the role of African Americans in U.S. history as reflected in jazz music and the lives of performers and historic figures.

SEA TREK: Sea Turtle Science (Virtual)

We come to you live, from our distance learning studio, using a combination of science gameshows, green screen effects and live animals. These programs will spark STEM curiosity while making conservation connections. For 3rd–12th grades, either as a 30 or 60 program.

Myths and Legends Virtual Tour

Greek and Roman myths have inspired artists and authors for thousands of years. This tour, brought to you by The Ringling, discusses 3-6 artworks from The Ringling’s collections that portray images inspired by classical mythology...After learning about gods and goddesses, conflicts and triumphs, students will create their own Greek deity in a guided art making session.