Parent/Guardian Meeting Handout
Date
The field study will leave school at __________ a.m./p.m.
on ___________________ (departure day) and return at __________
a.m./p.m. on ____________________ (arrival day).
Purpose
The purpose of the Environmental Education field study is
to teach an appreciation of the natural world by allowing
students the opportunity to explore and learn in a hands-on
manner. Through a combination of multi-disciplinary activities
and an interaction with the natural world, students can acquire
new knowledge and recognize that information learned in school
exists outside the classroom as well!
Instruction
A variety of activities and projects are prepared by the teachers
and staff. These activities take advantage of the natural surroundings
and use the environment as a stimulus for learning. Activities
may include the areas of reading and language arts, science,
mathematics, social studies, art, and physical education.
Group
The group will consist of _______ grade students who have
parent or guardian permission to join the field study. Any
student unable to attend will remain at school and follow
a normal classroom schedule with one of the ______ grade
teachers.
Transportation
Transportation will be provided by ____________________________,
a
licensed carrier for this type of trip.
Cost
The cost of the trip is $________. This will cover all expenses
with the exception of optional canteen purchases.
Supervision
Responsibility for supervision and discipline will be assumed
by the teachers, principal, and other adult chaperones in
attendance. The ratio of students to adults is approximately
_____ to 1.
Accommodations
Jekyll Island 4-H Center has dorm rooms that are complete
with air conditioning, heaters, and a bathroom with shower.
Boys and girls will be housed separately. The rooms sleep
either 6 or 7 people.
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