MARINE ANIMALS
LEARN TO SWIM 
JOE SESSION 1: JUNE 3 - 14, 2024 
Here’s a synopsis of what we will cover:
Refining students use of their hands
 and feet for swimming. 
Improving students Math skills while 
building swimming confidence.
How to use and maintain snorkeling
 equipment .
How to recognize an emergency and
 what to do in an emergency. 
STUDENT CHECKLIST  
Junior Ocean Explorers 
Session 1: Marine Zoology & Learn to Swim  
OBJECTIVE (LEARN TO SWIM): 
These lessons will focus on building students'
confidence in the water, refine their swimming and
snorkeling skills, and improve their awareness of
water safety.   
9am-11am
1:00pm - 4pm
11:30am - 12:30pm
 
LUNCH TIME
MARINE ANIMALS 
LEARN TO SWIM
Wear clothing that can get wet and comfortable shoes like Crocs. This can
 include their provided rash guards. Reef safe sunscreen recommended .
OBJECTIVE (MARINE ANIMALS): 
Students will learn how marine animals are
classified, how to identify these animals, as well as
observe their ecological significance in the USVI. 
Here’s a synopsis of what we will cover:
Shoreline walk to observe marine
 invertebrates. 
Learning about sea turtle research 
conducted by UVI scientists.
Snorkeling to explore a shallow coral
 reef. 
Supporting a mangrove nursery in
 habitat restoration. 
Snorkel gear will be provided to students to use; students can utilize gear 
they own if preferred.
Walk with a light snack and your filled reusable water bottle. Refillable water will be 
provided.