2008-09 International Travel

 

In the international travel program at Woodlawn, students are immersed in a culture through the art, architecture, history, language, food, and traditions. Students learn to appreciate the challenges and pleasant surprises of traveling in a foreign land. They become active participants in their experience as tour guides, researching the sites and sharing what they have learned, as well as leading their peers through a maze of streets. The students take part in daily life while shopping at the markets, strolling down the avenues, and navigating public transportation. They learn to try new things, to gain a better understanding of a culture different from their own, and to respect those differences. On a personal level, students develop the skills of problem solving, compromising, accountability, and independence. They return with a new perspective on the world and stories to share with others. Kim Lysne and Laine Dedmon

 

This year we are offering a travel opportunity to Buenos Aires, Argentina. See below for details.

 

Deposits for 2008-09 International Trips are due:

 

Wednesday, October 1 for Buenos Aires, Argentina in the amount of $1250. (The deposit is non-refundable.)

 

Argentina is open to grades 7-11, with priority given to 8-11.

Please note, due to the duration, distance, and pace of the Argentina trip we recommend that the participants are mature students who have traveled internationally before.

Spaces are reserved upon receipt of deposit.

Please make your checks out to Woodlawn School and deliver / mail to Nancy in the Stinson office.

 

Finally, once checks are sent, please EMAIL Kim Lysne the participants FULL & LEGAL NAME AS IT APPEARS ON THE PASSPORT. If student does not currently have a passport, you should apply for one a.s.a.p. Applications may be picked up at the post office and passport photos may be obtained at any pharmacy.

 

If you have any further questions, please email klysne@woodlawnschool.org or ldedmon@woodlawnschool.org

 

Spring Break Trip: Buenos Aires, Argentina

April 3-12, 2009

This trip will be 8-9 days, 7-8 nights between the 3-12 of April.

We will take 15-20 participants.

Trip is open to grades 8-11.

 

Trip Details:

Buenos Aires, the European style, port side capital of Argentina, is considered the “Paris of Latin America”. Discover the land of the Pampas and find out why the country is considered to serve up the best steak in the world. Aside from great food and Tango (as the national dance), Argentina is most known for its iconic historical figures like Evita, Ché, Maradona, Gardel, Borges, and even Mafalda!

Students will discover how markedly different Argentina – the country, the culture, and the people - are from the rest of Latin America.

 

 

Sites:

Casa Rosada (Presidential Palace)

Plaza de Mayo

Puerto Madero (Port neighborhood including the “Best Steakhouse in the World”)

Tango Show

Calle Florida (Pedestrian Street)

Obelisk & Avenida de 9 de Julio – widest avenue in the world

Recoleta Cemetery (Eva Peron tomb)

Recoleta Market

Neighborhoods of BsAs – La Boca, San Telmo, Palermo

Colon Theater

MALBA (Art Museum)

Feria del Libro – International Book Festival takes place during our time there

Day trip to Colonia, Uruguay – a 45 minute ferry ride across the bay

 

 

Approximate price: $2500.00  (Includes air and ground travel, lodging, entrance fees, and meals.   Students will want to bring spending money for water, snacks and souvenirs.)

 

Student Expectations and Guidelines

 

1. Be open-minded

• The purpose of travel is to gain a different perspective, experience another culture and/or to think outside-of-the-box (which would be the U.S in this case).

• Try new things and do not make negative comments. Different is just that – Different. Different does NOT equal ‘stupid, weird, or gross’.

Ex: If you try a food you don’t like, do not make negative comments or play with your food.

 

2. Be flexible

• Traveling is an adventure and things may not always go as planned.

• Absolutely NO WHINING! “I’m tired” or “My feet hurt” is something we will all experience, but do not need to hear about.

 

4. Speak Spanish

• Don’t be afraid to try. Take the utmost advantage of this opportunity!

• Remember you are “Estadounidense”. You do not speak ‘American’ – you speak English and are from the United States of America.

 

5. Be courteous of others

• Please be aware of your voice level at all times, especially in hotels, airplane, etc.

• Do not kick, play drums or knee the plane seat in front of you.

• Do not block sidewalks or doorways when walking or waiting.

• Keep your hands to yourself at all times.

 

6. Be aware of your surroundings and be safe

• Wear bags and purses across chest.

• Keep spending money for the day in your front pockets and the rest in money belt/pouch.

• Do not carry or pull out a ‘wad’ of cash when out in public – Be discreet at cash machines.

• Look both ways when crossing the street.

• Your chaperones must know where you are at all times.

 

7. Take care of yourself

• Drink at least 3 - 16 oz bottles of water and limit yourself to one sugar drink per day.

• Please let the chaperones know if you are not feeling well or if you need anything.

 

Travelers' Health - Center for Disease Control and Prevention

This website provides health and travel information from the Center for Disease Control. It is always good to check with your physician well in advance of your departure date to see if your routine vaccinations are up-to-date.

 

 

Packing Guidelines.doc

 

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