Kyle came to the island in 2021 when she joined the year round staff to return to her Maine roots! Kyle came to us from St. Petersburg, Florida, where she studied marine science for many years. She earned her BS from Eckerd College in Marine science, and continued her education at USF, earning her MS in Biological Oceanography. Her passion for the ocean mostly lies on (or within) the ocean floor – from Lobsters to Foraminifera, she can tell you anything you want to know about benthic critters. Kyle came to us with a strong background in experiential education, having worked with students of all ages. When not teaching students on the island, you can find Kyle camping with friends, watercolor painting, reading, or hiking with her dog.