Ecology School Field Trip

Additional Photos from the trip

Ecology School Summary - please complete and return to Mr. Brinkman

Overnight Thursday, April 28- Friday, April 29, 2016

Teacher contact: trevor_brinkman@surryschools.net or 757-267-2211

Additional information: www.jrava.org - click on “Ecology School” at the top left of the screen.

Remind App: Ecology School Field Trip Class - students and parents text @ecologyft to 81010 or at this link

Cost to student: $15 dollars to cover cost of food (see General Info below)

Dates, deadlines and other things for your calendar:

Tuesday, April 5 - forms and information distributed

April 5-22 - turn in forms, pay the $15 food charge, complete preparatory lessons

Monday, April 25 - Classroom visit from Nat Draper, Education Manager, James River Association

Wednesday, April 27 - Make sure you have everything packed

Thursday-Friday, April 28-29 - Field Trip to the Ecology School (basic activity/food schedule below)

Background: The James River Association is a Virginia based nonprofit organization with a mission to improve awareness and increase education in relation to the James River and other water resources. An anonymous donor has offered the JRA a grant to cover the expenses for a group to participate in the James River Association’s Ecology School. Surry County High School has been chosen as the recipient of this grant award, valued at $2000.

Purpose of this activity:

Students who attend this trip will be given first-hand opportunities to participate in activities that include data collection and observation in the natural environment. Many of the activities specifically address the standards as outlined for the Biology SOL (including, but not limited to Bio 1,2,7,8).

General Information:

Total number of students: Max of 30

Chaperones: Mr. Brinkman and Ms. Creef (or female substitute), as well as JRA staff members

Sleeping facilities: Separate bunk rooms for boys and girls, chaperones stay in rooms with students

Food: Meals and snacks will be provided, purchased using funds collected from students. Thursday will have a bag lunch, snacks and a communal dinner. The students will also be fed breakfast, returning to school for lunch on Friday. (menu in progress)

Key concerns:

• No Cell Phone Policy- this is a nature experience. Parents/Guardians will be provided Mr. Brinkman’s contact information.
• Students will be responsible for some cooking/cleaning duties.
• Soap, shampoo and toothpaste will be provided.
• All materials will be “carried in and carried out.”
• Students will bring 2 water bottles, a day pack, one small bag and sleeping materials
• STUDENTS WILL HAVE AN EXPERIENCE THEY WILL NEVER FORGET!