The World Ocean School invites students in the Virgin Islands to apply for their Summer Ambassador Programs, which offer a unique opportunity to engage in an immersive sailing program aboard a historic tall ship named the Denis Sullivan.
The Summer Ambassador Program, which targets children between ages 12-15 takes participants on a week-long voyage along the New England coastline, with opportunities to dock in Maine, Cape Cod, and Rhode Island. Scheduled from August 1-8, students will learn the fundamentals of sailing, participate in marine science workshops, study coastal ecology, and engage in team-building activities.
Nona Hunter, the World Ocean School program manager, believes this opportunity is special because it targets the growth of the whole child, inclusive of activities that not only build upon pedagogical knowledge but also social and emotional development. “One of the unique qualities of this summer sailing program is that no prior experience is required and the group size is capped at 18 children to ensure opportunities for personalized instruction from a Coast Guard licensed captain, marine educators, and professional crew, said Hunter.
“We challenge students to push their boundaries and what they perceive to be possible. They will get to meet students from all over the world and travel to places they have never been before. We want children to leave our program more confident and more inspired to try new things,” Hunter continued.
Older students ages 16-19 are encouraged to apply for the Advanced Ambassador Program, which offers an advanced curriculum focused on honing leadership skills and maritime expertise. This program, fundamentally based on hands-on learning experiences, will support students in learning advanced navigation techniques, environmental stewardship projects, and greater leadership roles in ship responsibilities.
In an effort to make these transformative programs accessible, the World Ocean School offers need-based scholarships that families are encouraged to inquire about when applying. Applications for both programs can be found on the school’s website, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, due to space limitations.
Anyone who has any questions can contact Nona Hunter at info@worldoceanschool.org.
