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📅 List of Events:
📅 List of Events:
10/21 - Open House & Philadelphia Zoo
10/21 - Open House & Philadelphia Zoo
When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Join us for a day of learning and fun at the Philadelphia Zoo! Families will explore a wide variety of animals through interactive exhibits and activities that bring wildlife to life. This trip is a wonderful way to gain a deeper understanding of Earth’s animals and the importance of biodiversity. As part of our Open House, PA Distance teachers and staff will be stationed at different locations throughout the zoo, giving families the opportunity to stop by, say hello, ask questions, and connect with other PA Distance families while enjoying a fun day at the zoo.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $15.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
10/28 - Zoo America
10/28 - Zoo America
When: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: 201 Park Ave, Hershey, PA 17033
At the ZooAmerica field trip, students will get the chance to meet some of their teachers while enjoying a day at the zoo. Families will have the opportunity to explore the zoo and participate in an educational wildlife program, where they can see the animals up close.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $15.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
10/28 - Keystone Safari
10/28 - Keystone Safari
When: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Where: 2284 Mercer Butler Pike, Grove City, PA 16127
We will be exploring the world of Keystone safari, first on foot and then on a guided safari truck tour! (Depending on how many people want to do the safari truck experience, we may have to split up and half of us would go at 11:30 and half of us would go at 1:30. If you are the later time, you will be informed before the event.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $15.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
11/3 - Valley Forge Battlefield
11/3 - Valley Forge Battlefield
When: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 9:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Where: Visitor Center; 1400 N Outer Line Dr, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Join us for a day of history and hands-on learning at Valley Forge National Historical Park! Students will explore what life was like for soldiers in the Continental Army through interactive activities led by park rangers dressed in period clothing. The Soldier Life program includes a short walk to reconstructed soldier huts while learning about the people, challenges, and perseverance of the Valley Forge encampment. This trip is a great way for students to experience learning outside of the classroom, connect with other PA Distance families, and bring American history to life!
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $5.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
11/4 - Children's Museum - Elementary Meetup
11/4 - Children's Museum - Elementary Meetup
When: Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: 10 Children's Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Paragraph about what to expect: Explore the many interesting and hands-on exhibits in the Children’s Museum. This is a great opportunity for kids to play together and get to know their classmates.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. This field trip is geared for students in Kindergarten to Fourth grade.
11/5 - Museum Lab Pittsburgh - Linocut Printmaking
11/5 - Museum Lab Pittsburgh - Linocut Printmaking
When: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: 6 Allegheny Square E Ste 101, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Design and carve your own linoleum stamp with this specialized printmaking technique. Explore lino cutting tools and materials that artists use to create museum quality works of art. This carving process uses sharp tools and is designed for visitors 9+.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. This field trip is geared for visitors aged 9+.
11/12 - Fort Ligonier
11/12 - Fort Ligonier
When: Thursday, November 12, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: 2200 S Market St, Ligonier, PA 15658
Learn about Fort Ligonier’s riveting history as we go on a guided tour. Experience the history of the French and Indian War in a new way!
🐼 Note: There is no cost to attend this event!
11/12 - VIRTUAL: Gettysburg Battlefield
11/12 - VIRTUAL: Gettysburg Battlefield
When: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Grades 6-12 Tide of Battle: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Grades K-5 Re-Enlist: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: This is a virtual presentation
The Gettysburg National Park Service will lead PA Distance students on a virtual field trip to explore the Battle of Gettysburg. This historic battle was a turning point in the Civil War, marking the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee’s second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often called the “High Water Mark of the Rebellion,” Gettysburg also inspired President Abraham Lincoln’s famous “Gettysburg Address.” We will offer two sessions:
Grades K to 5: Re-Enlist
Would you re-enlist in a Civil War army for three years after serving for just three months and learning about the life of a soldier? In this virtual field trip, students will explore what life was like for Civil War soldiers and learn about the challenges they faced during their service. Using primary sources and stories from soldiers, students will consider what it took to serve in the army and then decide whether they would choose to “re-enlist” for another three years
Grades 6 to 12: Tide of Battle
The Battle of Gettysburg had many “turning point” moments that helped determine its outcome. In this three-part virtual field trip, students will analyze primary sources, including maps, officers’ reports, and soldier accounts from three Union regiments. Students will then respond to the essential question: Which moment was the most important “turning point” of the Battle of Gettysburg, and why?
🐼 Note: There is no cost to attend this event!
11/13 - No. 9 Coal Mine Museum
11/13 - No. 9 Coal Mine Museum
When: Friday, November 13, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: 9 Dock St, Lansford, PA 18232
At the No. 9 Coal Mine Museum students will have the opportunity to take a tour of the No. 9 Mine. This mine was once abandoned and offers a glimpse into the past and lets us celebrate the legacy of coal miners. Students will also be able to ride into the mine before the tour starts.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $15.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
11/18 - Schooltime Concert: Once Upon A Book
11/18 - Schooltime Concert: Once Upon A Book
When: Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: 600 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
How can music help tell a story? In Grace Lin and Kate Messner's beautiful book Once Upon a Book, a young girl escapes the winter doldrums by immersing herself in stories set in faraway places. Award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin joins the PSO on stage to read Once Upon a Book, with illustrations projected above the stage and full orchestral accompaniment. Magical adventures come to life through the combined power of music and storytelling in this vibrant performance.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $5.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
11/19 - The National Constitution Center
11/19 - The National Constitution Center
When: Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Join us for a day of learning and discovery at The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia! Families will explore museum exhibits that bring the Constitution and American history to life, enjoy the live Freedom Rising performance, and participate in the Stories of We the People program. From Signers’ Hall to exhibits about America’s founding, the First Amendment, and voting rights, students will discover how our nation’s history connects to their lives today. This trip is a great way for students to experience learning outside of the classroom, connect with other PA Distance families, and learn more about the rights and responsibilities we share!
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $10.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
11/24 - National Civil War Museum
11/24 - National Civil War Museum
When: Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: 1 Lincoln Cir, Harrisburg, PA 17103
At the National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg, students will have the opportunity to learn all about the Civil War by viewing exhibitions and collections. Students will learn about causes of the war, the battles that took place, and the people who fought in them. Sign up for this field trip if you have an interest in history.
🐼 Note: PA Distance will pay for each enrolled student and one parent or guardian. Any extra guests will cost $15.00 per person, payable in cash on the day of the event.
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