SoCal Swim Project
The SoCal Swim Project, an initiative of Swim Up Hill, is a program dedicated to visiting 100 elementary schools across Southern California to promote swim education with a motivational presentation from Jamal Hill.
Make a splash this year, with an opportunity that will leave your students inspired and excited to learn.
We are thrilled to announce that our founder, Team USA Paralympic Swimming Medalist, author, and United Nations Envoy on Youth representative, Jamal Hill, is joining forces with Southern California Educators through The SoCal Swim Project to promote and celebrate our differences through disability awareness, swim education, and the power of self-confidence!
Thousands of elementary school students will also have the chance to enroll in the Swim Up Hill Jr. Academy and receive free swim lessons. As apart of the academy they’ll get the chance to virtually meet other professionals each month, making this partnership an all-encompassing experience for students to learn, grow, and be inspired.
The students of 100 schools and youth organizaitons, will receive a 30-minute live address from Jamal Hill, where he will share his own story and message of determination. Students will also receive a copy of the captivating children's book "Sammy Swims," a teacher's guide, and a printable coloring book for all students.
All of this is made possible through the generous donations of our sponsors.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to empower our students to achieve their full potential. Let's make a splash together and celebrate our unique differences in a fun and engaging way!
Video Series about the SoCal Swim Project
Join the Swim Up Hill Jr. Academy
Dive into the Swim Up Hill Jr. Academy and make a splash! Not only will you get to virtually meet incredible and inspiring professionals each month, but you'll also receive free swim lessons! Join us today, and let's make a splash together!
*Students in Southern California schools have priority for swim lessons
Want to be one of the lucky schools to receive an exclusive visit this school year?
Jamal would love to visit every school in Southern California, but unfortunately, he can't be everywhere at once. Out of 100 eligible schools, our team has prioritized schools with the highest population of low-income students, minority students, and students with disabilities.
If you know of a school, after-school program, or youth-serving organization that would benefit from this opportunity, please help us help them by requesting a visit. Together we can make a difference.
Our students need more access to local role models and inspiring leaders from all professions.
A Southern California Native himself, Jamal remembers what it was like growing up in our school systems. He uses his own experience to connect with students and inspire them to achieve their full potential. Students have been amazed by his determination and perseverance, and leave feeling motivated and empowered to make a difference in the world. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from a true champion.
“Hill embodies a combination of the competitive swimming spirit of Michael Phelps with the self-determination, community advocacy and direct agency of Nipsey Hussle.”
- Mike Sonksen, KCET
Sammy Swims is a story about overcoming fear and learning to swim.
Jamal's 30-minute message is appropriate for all ages. In addition to the verbal message, many students will receive hard copies of the Sammy Swims book to take home. Books will be given out for free to 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade students while supplies last.
Complete with teacher’s guide
Sammy's swim journey is an opportunity to entertain and challenge students through fun and meaningful, storytelling. Every teacher receives a curriculum guide incorporating math, social-emotional learning, English language arts, social studies, and community-building skills like "How to be a Friend” into pre-prepared lesson plans.
Downloadable coloring activities
This Sammy Swims activity book is separate from the hardcover. Complete with colorful illustrations and activities, it will encourage students to express their artistic side while providing teachers with another in-class resource tool.
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