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Join us! Call for Board of Directors 2026

Educational Passages is seeking individuals to join the Board of Directors to help move the organization forward who bring specific expertise, relationships, and resources. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, Educational Passages’ mission is to empower students to be explorers, scientists, and stewards through discovering the ocean. We envision a world in which students, educators, researchers, […]


Behind the Build: Welcome Aboard!

Have you ever wondered what goes into building a miniboat and setting it to sea before its ocean adventure? As we welcome a brand new cohort of 2026–2027 Miniboat Captains and Crews, we thought it was the perfect time to give you a deeper look at what it takes to bring each project to life. […]


Quarter 2 Recap For 2026

As Quarter 2 of 2026 has come and gone and another quarter is already underway, it’s clear that the momentum we’ve built this year hasn’t slowed down. If anything, it’s only grown stronger. From meaningful partnerships and educational outreach to new launches, international collaborations, and exciting milestones, the past few months have reinforced the power […]


The Domain of the Golden Dragon

Crossing the International Date Line Far out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean lies an invisible boundary: the 180th meridian, otherwise known as the International Date Line (IDL). This line of longitude is located exactly opposite the Prime Meridian (0°), and together they divide Earth into the Eastern and Western Hemispheres — where one […]


Quarter 1 Recap for 2026

Q1 has come and gone in what feels like the blink of an eye, but not without leaving a strong wake behind it. The first three months of 2026 have been packed with momentum, from new builds taking shape to launches hitting the water and recovery missions bringing stories full circle. In this post, we’re […]


7 Years, 7 R’s, and One Epic Recycle Regatta!

Ahoy makers, builders, and ocean stewards! We are 3 weeks away from our next challenge! Educational Passages is excited to announce that we’re setting sail for our 7th annual Recycle Regatta, alongside our partners New England Sailing and Science (NESS) and North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA). This year we’re celebrating with a theme […]


Top 5 Moments of 2025

A Year of Ocean Literacy, Miniboat Records, and Global Connection. As we enter 2026, we’re reflecting on the past year that was defined by curiosity, creativity, and connection. 2025 captured the essence of Educational Passages: student-driven exploration, meaningful data, and global ocean connection. From celebrating milestones in ocean literacy to record-setting voyages and international collaboration, […]


Connected by the CURRENT

Waves, Wonder, and Worldwide Collaboration On November 6th, 2025, middle school students from Morristown Beard School (New Jersey, USA), Barryroe National School (Cork, Ireland), and Senjahopen Skole (Senja, Norway) logged in from across the Atlantic for an extraordinary international Zoom gathering. What connected them? Not a textbook. Not a field trip. But a 1.5 meter […]


Honoring the R/V Endeavor

After nearly five decades of ocean exploration and over 700 scientific missions, the R/V Endeavor made her final return to the University of Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay campus on September 20, marking the end of an extraordinary era. Educational Passages was honored to join in the celebration as the beloved vessel came home from her […]


From Florida to France

Miniboat Mission Accomplished What began as a high school marine biology class project in Florida, USA transformed into a two-year ocean exploration odyssey across the Atlantic. The vessel at the heart of this story is Sea Eagle, a student-built and GPS-tracked miniboat. Launched in May 2023, as part of a learning initiative in ocean literacy, […]