2012 Summer Ambassador Program

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The 2012 Summer Ambassador Program is an opportunity for students ages 12-16 to set sail for Halifax Nova Scotia for 20 days—expanding their perspective of the world, immersing themselves in and contributing to different cultures, and practicing community building aboard the historic landmark schooner Roseway. During their expedition at sea, students will learn and practice seamanship and navigation as they operate and maintain the 137-foot schooner that is their home, as well as carry out lessons in history, environmental responsibility, teambuilding, and language arts.

DATES:
July 14 – August 2, 2012

World Ocean School promotes stimulating experiential education while fostering an appreciation for and a commitment to community and relationships, and cultivating an expanded world view. The curriculum is carried out in the formal setting of the ship’s classroom, in small groups on ship watches, and in the field on shore visits. Each student will keep an individual journal as well as participate in a nautical book club and various community service projects throughout the voyage. There will be tremendous exploration both on and off the water: sailing, hiking and community building.

FEES and EXPENSES

Financial Aid: World Ocean School generally has five scholarships available for students. These are competitive and an application is required, there is a priority deadline of January 1, 2012.

In the past, there are many ways students have been successful pursuing their own sponsorships and we highly encourage this. Please download the Scholarship Application 2012.

Refund Policy: As payments become due and payable they are non-refundable.
- 50% deposit due upon acceptance to program
- Balance due: one week before departure

Other Expenses: World Ocean School students should anticipate some additional expenses.
The amounts listed below are only estimates.
•    Airfare $ 500
•    Luggage Fees $ 25/bag
•    Passport (for non-US citizens) $ varies per country
•    Clothing (see attached list) $ 200
•    Spending Cash $ 25

TRAVEL TO AND FROM ROSEWAY

The 2012 program will depart from and return to Boston, Massachusetts. Roseway is docked downtown in the financial district which is close to Logan Airport and South Station for buses and trains. World Ocean School staff will meet students at their arrival location on the first day of the session and guide them back to the ship, as well as escorting them to their departure location on the last day of the session.

Travel arrangements are the student’s responsibility and it is important that they arrive and depart on the first and last day of the session they are attending.

This year a CURRENT PASSPORT WILL BE REQUIRED FOR EACH STUDENT participating in the program.

RULES OF LIVING ABOARD

Students who are accepted and join the ambassador program agree to the following rules throughout the entire session, whether on land or on the vessel:

•    no drinking, smoking, or drug use/zero tolerance
•    electronics such as ipods, computers, or anything with an on/off switch are not to be brought aboard the ship
•    cell phones are kept in a secure space by the captain and are handed out for use only in an emergency

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants are selected on the basis of the following criteria:

•    No sailing experience required!
•    A desire to learn and participate in community building and inquiry
•    Suitability and strength of character

The following items must be submitted before a student’s application can be fully evaluated:

1. A completed application form

2. One professional reference form completed and returned to our office directly by the referee. The reference should be a professional who knows the candidate well i.e., a teacher, coach, employer — not a friend or relative

3. A one-page essay, addressing what contribution the student feels he/she can make to the ambassador program and the communities we visit.

4. A release form

5. A completed medical form

6. A current passport

Only 18 spaces are available.  Qualified students are accepted on a first come first served basis.

DOWNLOAD 2012 Summer Program Application.
DOWNLOAD 2012 Summer Program Scholarship Application.

Completed applications should be mailed to:

World Ocean School
P.O. Box 701
Camden, ME 04843

Check out the 2011 Summer Ambassador Photo Album.