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Amy Giannotti, M.S., CLM

@aquaamy.bsky.social

Environmental Scientist - love spending time in, on, and under the water πŸ©΅πŸ’§πŸ€Ώ UVA πŸ’™πŸ§‘ Schoolyard Films πŸŒπŸ’šπŸŽ¬

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Happy #InternationalWomensDay! πŸŒŽπŸ’š

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible women on our team who help bring #science and #conservation stories to life. Many of our films also highlight women leading the way in #environmentaleducation and discovery.

#womeninscience #womeninstem #womeninconservation

08.03.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy #nationalinvasivespeciesawarenessweek!

While I Lβ™₯️VE snakes, it’s important to recognize the damage that they (and ALL #invasivespecies) do outside of their native range.

#nisaw #preventthespread #naisma

23.02.2026 13:46 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A Note from our Executive Director, Tom Fitz - Schoolyard Films I’m excited to welcome you to our newly redesigned website. It’s been in the works for quite some time now, and as with most good things, it was worth the wait. We hope you agree! The past few years h...

Our website isn’t just home to our films and study guides ... it also features the #SchoolyardFilms Blog!

In our newest article, Executive Director and Co-Founder Tom Fitz shares recent highlights and gives an inside look at...🧡...

schoolyardfilms.org/blog/a-note-...

18.02.2026 19:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’ ANNOUNCING: The FMSEA Virtual Talk Series! 🌊

We’re launching a new monthly webinar series EXCLUSIVE to FMSEA members. From deep-sea discoveries to classroom-ready resources, we’re bringing the best of marine science to YOU.
Join the pod: #linkinbio

10.02.2026 16:59 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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From NASA-backed distance learning to "Pre-K to Gray" education, Jason Robertshaw, @technotional.bsky.social is a master of the virtual seas.

The @MoteMarine.bsky.social legend joins our Virtual Talk Series to share 20+ years of expertise in instructional design and STEM.
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11.02.2026 20:08 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Big news from #SchoolyardFilms β€” our NEW WEBSITE is live! 🎬🌍 Explore award-winning films, free study guides, and new environmental resources in a fresh, easy-to-use space...all for FREE!

#environmentaleducation #kids #K12 #STEM #science #sciencelessons #teachers

16.02.2026 15:51 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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February is #NationalHeartMonth ❀️ ... and one of the COOLEST heart facts in the animal kingdom comes from our Schoolyard Films octopus documentary…"Octopus: Superhero of the Sea"...

#DYK....Octopuses have 3 #hearts. Two pump blood to the gills, and ...🧡

10.02.2026 16:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Caring for #wetlands is one way to take care of water on our planet. It's also a great way to teach kids about #servicelearning and #projectbasedlearning initiatives!

Learn more in our free film: www.schoolyardfilms.org/a-project-fo...

#schoolyardfilms #environmentaleducation #worldwetlandsday

02.02.2026 18:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Attention #Boston -area schools, #educators, #museums & learning centers!

#SchoolyardFilms will be speaking at the 72nd Annual Boston Sea Rovers Conference this March & would love to connect.

We offer award-winning science & nature films, standards-aligned study guides, & 🧡

21.01.2026 17:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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These last few days in #Florida have been frigid for #fieldwork. πŸ₯Ά Unfortunately, #invasiveplants may slow down, but they don't stop growing.

#aquastemconsulting #environmentalconsulting #environmentalscience #hydrilla #aquaticplants #lakemanagement #invasivespecies

20.01.2026 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Keynote rehearsals with my sweet friend Ellen Van Olden today! πŸ’š Prepping for the next event!

19.01.2026 02:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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A little saltwater serenity while consulting on a freshwater project yesterday 🌊

Even when the work is inland, the coast is always a welcome reset. πŸ’™

#aquastemconsulting #environmentalconsulting #waterquality #conservation #momentofzen

17.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ten Million Corals Are in the Path of a Federal Dredging Project in Florida - Inside Climate News Scientists warn that a proposed expansion of Port Everglades could cause unprecedented damage to corals in the U.S., including some of the only remaining endangered staghorn corals that survived a rec...

Scientists warn that a proposed expansion of Florida’s Port Everglades could cause unprecedented damage to corals in the U.S., including some of the only remaining endangered staghorn corals that survived a record-breaking heat wave.

04.01.2026 18:30 β€” πŸ‘ 28    πŸ” 32    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy New Year from #SchoolyardFilms! 🌍🎬

As we welcome a new year, we’re grateful for our global community of #educators, #students, #filmmakers, #scientists, and supporters that help support our FREE films for kids everywhere!

#HappyNewYear #environmentaleducation

04.01.2026 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Creatures stirring = 0

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02.01.2026 03:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌍 1M+ viewers. 172 countries. One shared planet. ONE REALLY GREAT YEAR!

Schoolyard Films brings #environmentaleducation stories to students worldwide - and it’s only possible because of YOU.

πŸ’™ Consider an end-of-year gift to help us continue our mission!

www.schoolyardfilms.org

31.12.2025 19:29 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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12 swans found dead at Lake Eola in Orlando spark avian flu outbreak concerns In the past week, 12 swans were found dead at Lake Eola Park, according to Orlando city officials.

Concerning potential #publichealth issue emerging in #Orlando:

www.wesh.com/article/swan...

#lakeeola #avianflu #influenza #environmentalscience #wildlife #florida

29.12.2025 13:10 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

So thankful for your research, advocacy, and voice!! It is so needed!

25.12.2025 15:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Last week in #ParkCity #Utah. These guys are heading up in flip-flops. Didn’t seem like enough ❄️ to ⛷️….not even up on top. 😒

#climatechange

22.12.2025 00:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Did you like it? I liked it!! So interesting!!

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Beautiful!

12.12.2025 02:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Fun morning at the Nevada Museum of Art exploring the ichthyosaur exhibit πŸŒŠπŸ¦•πŸ’™

11.12.2025 22:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

β€œThese findings support proactive vaccination policies over reliance on infection-acquired immunity and inform rapid response strategies for future pandemic threats.”

06.12.2025 20:46 β€” πŸ‘ 49    πŸ” 15    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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Ready for Santa Paws πŸŽ„

07.12.2025 01:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Tom Fitz and Schoolyard Films - The Time is Now.mov

The time is now to educate, inspire, and protect our planet. 🌍

We’re kicking off our #GivingTuesday campaign by sharing β€œThe Time Is Now,” our most powerful story asset and the heart of this year’s message.

drive.google.com/file/d/1sWs-...

#TheTimeIsNow #EnvironmentalEducation #K12 #STEM

01.12.2025 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ocean Plastic - EP3 - Making Waves β€” Schoolyard Films β€” Schoolyard Films Ocean Plastic - EP3 - Making Waves β€” Schoolyard Films

🌊 #ThrowbackThursday meets #WildlifeConservationDay!

In 2018, @alaskaairlines.bsky.social - encouraged by teen advocate Shelby O’Neil, ditched plastic stir straws, keeping millions of straws out of our #oceans.

Watch here: www.schoolyardfilms.org/ocean-plasti...

#schoolyardfilms #tbt

04.12.2025 17:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The countdown is on! ⏳

Only 2 days until #GivingTuesday.

More to come this week as we share the stories, impact, & mission behind #SchoolyardFilms. πŸŒŽπŸ’š

πŸ”—:https://www.schoolyardfilms.org/donate-to-schoolyard

#EnvironmentalEducation #Conservation #STEM #K12

01.12.2025 01:02 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Good morning, SC β˜€οΈπŸŒ΄πŸŒŠ

09.11.2025 12:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're excited to be joining the New England Ocean Science Education Collaborative this week in Freeport, ME!

Our Executive Director, Tom Fitz, will be presenting "Seeing Science: Using Film to Connect Students with Ocean Science"πŸ“½οΈπŸŒŠπŸ’™

#schoolyardfilms #environmentaleducation #conservation #K12 #STEM

27.10.2025 12:52 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0