BALTIMORE -- The Coppin State department of athletics partnered with the William S. Baer School on Friday by participating in a field trip for the students to the Baltimore Zoo.

Coppin State student-athletes escorted the students from the William S. Baer School on their trip to the Baltimore Zoo. They served as mentors and interacted with the students.

For over 75 years, the William S. Baer School has served children with multiple disabilities from all over Baltimore City. The school provides specialized education and therapeutic programs designed to meet individual needs.

Over 20 Coppin State student-athletes participated in the program.