About Us

Since 1985, the Science Eye has presented exciting hands-on Science Safaris to over half a million students and educators around the country. These Safaris are simulations of real-life explorations into science. Through research and preparation, students assume a new identity and use the classroom or field to play the role of an actual scientist. Our programs give the student a chance to experience the thrill of first-hand contact with science projects that can last from a few hours to a few weeks. Educators can use these programs to create comprehensive study units encompassing an entire area of science or a specialty area of science.

From geology and fossils, to gems and minerals, to the human body, rockets, and more, our Science Eye adventures are designed to provide students and educators with a learning experience centered around the real-life applications of the scientific method and science practices.

We hope you use our Science Eye website to find the services that are right for you! Please contact us for answers to any questions you might have.

Offering unique educational programs and resources for teachers, home schoolers, organizations and clubs. Get ready for the adventure of science, and thank you for choosing the Science Eye!

Meet the Science Eye Staff

Dawn Miller-Walker
Native American name: Hagóta ~ Story Teller
Dawn is the Owner and Program Director of the Science Eye. She holds a BS in Fisheries & Aquatic Biology from Murray State University and a dual MS in Marine Biology & Coastal Zone Management from Nova Southeastern University. She has 13 years of environmental education experience teaching principals of ecosystems, conservation, ethical angling, and other aspects of plant, animal and aquatic biology. Following her passion to teach and save the planet, Dawn has started a nonprofit organization, Environmental Conservation Organization (ECO), whose mission it is to encourage the average citizen to have a Take Action Now! approach in a unified attempt to conserve our environment. She is an Adjunct Professor at Nova Southeastern University, teaching the course "Everglades Ecology & Conservation". Dawn is on the Board of Directors for the Environmental Education Council of Broward County, Florida Marine Science Educators Association, and the Florida State Envirothon, as well as a committee member for other associations. She presents at numerous environmental conferences and meetings and an active member and participant in teacher organizations. Along with her husband, during their “free” time, they are also involved in waterway and beach cleanups. Dawn is committed to sharing the fascinating interrelationships of ecosystems with future generations by example.

Dawn serves on the following Boards &/or Committees:

Environmental Conservation Organization (ECO) - Co-Founder
Environmental Education Council of Broward County (EEC) – Chairperson
Florida Marine Science Educators Association (FMSEA) – 2009-2011 Southeast Regional Director; 2010 Conference Committee
National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) – Ft. Lauderdale November 2009 Field Trip Committee
Broward County Envirothon – Event Chair; Wildlife Biologist Chair
Florida State Envirothon – Chairperson
National Wildlife Foundation - Habitat Steward

Approved facilitator for the following workshops: Click here for more information

Project WILD, Project WILD Aquatic and/or Growing Up WILD
Species Collection Certificate
Florida Master Naturalist Program: Wetlands & Coastal Modules

Jeremy Barnes
Native American Name: Chintee ~ Snake
Jeremy is the Director of the Science Eye programs. Since 2001, Jeremy has been sharing his experience and passion for science (environmental, earth, life, and physical) with the youth of South Florida through the exciting field studies, the Everglades Experience, Coastal Exploration along with the many school based outreach programs offered by the Science Eye. His degree from the University of Puget Sound with a BS in Biology and a minor in Environmental Studies prepared him well for the major role he plays in the development and coordination of the 35 plus hands-on, experiential learning science and environmental education programs.

Micaokee Jay Walker
Native American Name: Micaokee ~ Water Chief
Jay is the volunteer at the Science Eye. He has a BS in Information Systems Management/Computer Science from the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Jay has always had a passion for the environment, but it was not until he met his wife Dawn (owner of the Science Eye) that he began to teach environmental education. He is the co-founder of the Environmental Conservation Organization (ECO), a nonprofit organization whose mission it is to encourage the average citizen to have a “Take Action Now” approach in a unified attempt to conserve our environment. Jay is a life member of Florida Marine Science Educators Association (FMSEA) and also volunteers at other various environmental and educational events as well as for the Environmental Education Council of Broward County and at the Florida State Envirothon.

Instructors

Toni Doriot
Native American Name: Nocona ~ Wanderer
Experience: Toni has a AS in Biology with an emphasis in Zoology from Palm Beach Community College as well as a BS in Adventure Education from Northland College. She has been with the Science Eye for over 10 years and is well seasoned in most programs the Science Eye offers.

Beranda Harper
Native American Name: Wohali ~ Peace Eagle
Experience: Beranda has a BS in Environmental Biology from Heidelberg College. She is currently working on her MS in Marine Biology from Nova Southeastern University. She has worked as a laboratory animal technician conducting animal care, husbandry, and Radio-telemetry data acquisition and analysis.

Lawrence Settel
Native American Name: Tastaneegee ~ Water Warrior
Experience: Lawrence has over 10 years experience in educating adults and school children about the plants and animal life in the Florida Everglades. He holds a class 3 wildlife license from FWC and has received awards from the SPCA Wildlife Care Center as well as served as a cast member on the National Geographic Channel show “Swamp Men”.