Carla Scocchi

4-H, 4-H Stem, and 4-H Development Professional
63 Boggy Brook Road, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Phone: 207.667.8212
Email: carla.scocchi@maine.edu

Carla serves as the 4-H Youth Development Professional for aquaculture, providing statewide leadership for hands-on programs that connect young people with Maine’s aquaculture industry, marine science, and food systems. Her work focuses on experiential learning that helps youth build practical skills, confidence, and curiosity through positive youth development.

She develops and supports 4-H aquaculture education programs, collaborates with University of Maine faculty and research partners, builds community partnerships, supports volunteers, and uses educational technology to expand access to aquaculture learning opportunities – especially for youth who may not otherwise have them.

Education:

• M.S.T. (in progress), University of Maine Research in STEM Education (RiSE) Center
• B.S., Marine Biology, University of Rhode Island, 2008

Work-related Certificates:

• Maine Teaching Certification, Grades 7-12, Life & Physical Science

Professional Organizations:

• Maine Associations: Gulf of Maine Marine Educators, Maine Environmental Educators
• National Associations: National Science Teacher (NSTA), National Marine Educators (NMEA)