Free, fully accredited maritime and ocean education programs for Florida schools — aligned to STEM, ELA, and Geography state standards.
All programs are free, fully accredited through Young Minds Inspired (YMI), and explicitly aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. standards. They are designed as turnkey supplemental teaching modules — not full semester courses — so they integrate easily into existing CTE, Science, ELA, or Geography classes without displacing current curriculum.
Ocean Rangers & Steering Toward Success — FDOE-approved curriculum introducing maritime concepts.
Apprenticeships, professional crew training, STCW certification, and ABYC credentials.
Direct placement with 30+ partner companies across shipyards, brokerages, services, and marinas.
Ongoing professional development with nurturing support and advancement opportunities.
All programs are developed by Young Minds Inspired (YMI) and aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. standards. Each Curricular Standards PDF (linked per program below) includes a separate breakdown for High School (Grades 9–12) and Middle School (Grades 6–8), with explicit alignment to:
Each teaching kit contains a teacher's guide plus 4 multi-part, reproducible student activity sheets.
Access All Programs on YMI →All programs below are available from one central collection page at ymiclassroom.com. Each is a complete supplemental module — classroom-ready with teacher's guide, student activity sheets, posters, and career handouts in English and Spanish.
All programs accessible from one place:
YMI Marine Careers Collection →Our newest and flagship curriculum — a turnkey supplemental module connecting students' interests (technology, machinery, numbers, problem-solving, hospitality, teamwork, communication) to maritime career pathways on the water and on shore. Integrates seamlessly into CTE, Science, ELA, or Geography classes.
🔗 Program Page on YMI →A career-focused module exploring environmental protection careers in the maritime and ocean science fields. Students explore real career pathways in ocean conservation, research, and marine environmental services.
🔗 Program Page on YMI →A land-based maritime careers module that shows students the breadth of opportunities supporting the marine industry from shore — including marine engineering, management, logistics, sales, and service roles.
🔗 Program Page on YMI →The original Steering Toward Success series, introducing students to the world of professional yachting and maritime careers. A strong foundational module that pairs with the newer programs.
🔗 Program Page on YMI →
ELA · S.T.E.A.M.
Students explore Florida's waterways, marine ecosystems, and ocean stewardship while discovering ocean-focused careers through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Designed for two grade bands (1–3 and 4–6), Ocean Rangers builds foundational awareness of the ocean as a workplace and inspires curiosity about marine science and environmental stewardship.
Extend classroom learning with these engaging digital tools — developed by YMI to complement the curriculum.
Featuring Captain Sandy Yawn — an immersive digital experience exploring maritime careers, the blue economy, and real pathways to maritime professions.
Open Digital Magazine →An interactive career matching quiz that helps students discover which maritime career aligns with their interests, strengths, and goals.
Take the Career Quiz →An FDOE-compliant video series featuring 6 STEM pillars and real-world maritime career profiles. Now streaming on YouTube.
Career Awareness & Digital Education Platform
6 Core Thematic Modules covering the breadth of maritime careers — from shipyards and superyachts to marine science and environmental protection.
All programs are free, accredited, and classroom-ready. Questions about bringing programs to your school or district? Contact us directly.
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