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The buses used for field trips are the same buses used to bring students  to and from school for their regular academic program. As a result, trips will not be scheduled on dates when NYC public schools are closed (generally all federal holidays) or when the public schools have half-day sessions. https://www.schools.nyc.gov/calendar

• Trips requiring more than five (5) vehicles may not be scheduled on Fridays due to limited vehicle availability.
• Schools are responsible for fees associated with tolls and parking.
• Tolls must be paid by check - made payable to the bus vendor and given to driver before the scheduled trip.
• Canceled check will serve as the receipt of payment.
• Schools must confirm all assigned trips with the bus company dispatcher two days before the scheduled trip.
• Neither OPT nor the bus companies can be responsible for routing field trips. To ensure proper travel, schools must provide bus drivers with directions to and from the field trip site.

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Field trip grants make educational travel accessible. Several foundations recognize the importance school trips through field trip grants. Please note that Scholastica Travel is not directly affiliated with these grant programs.

Target Field Trip Grants: “Some of the best learning opportunities happen outside the classroom. We’re bringing students once-in-a-lifetime learning experiences through field trips they’ll never forget.” Target’s field trip grant program provides grants for field trips that align with a teachers curriculum. Target stores award 5,000 grants to K-12 schools nationwide that are valued up to $700 each grant cycle.  Education professionals who are at least 18 years old and employed by an accredited K-12 public, private or charter school in the United States that maintains a 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(1) tax-exempt status are eligible to apply. Educators, teachers, principals, or classified staff of these institutions must be willing to plan and execute a field trip that will provide a demonstrable learning experience for students. Apply Now.

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Voya Unsung Heroes : For over 15 years, ING has been funding inspired educators through their Unsung Heroes Program. Each year, 100 educators are selected to receive $2,000 to help fund their innovative class projects. Three of those are chosen to receive the top awards of an additional $5,000, $10,000 and $25,000. Applicants must be employed by an accredited K-12 public or private school located in the United States and be full-time educators, teachers, principals,  or classified staff with effective projects that improve student learning. Apply Now.

SYTA Youth Foundation Road Scholarship : “The SYTA Youth Foundation established the Road Scholarship program in 2002 to award funds to youth who, for various reasons, are unable to afford the cost of their group’s travel. Based on the belief that travel is essential to a complete education, it is the SYTA Youth Foundation’s goal to make a positive difference, through travel, in the young lives of our global citizens.” SYTA The number of scholarships awarded depends upon the number of applications received in a given period, the cost of specific trips, and the general level of need in a given applicant pool. The average Road Scholarship granted is $750.00. No more than $1,000.00 will be awarded to a single student. Apply Now.

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Big Yellow School Bus : There are many Big Yellow School Bus programs in states across the country. Big Yellow School Bus provides $200 grants to help schools meet the transportation costs of educational field trips to non-profit cultural institutions and activities in the arts, sciences, and humanities across Massachusetts. Any K-12 school in Massachusetts is eligible to apply for a $200 grant to be used during the school year. Apply Now.

Kohl’s Cares Field Trip Program : Kohl’s Department Stores provided $750,000 in funding to eligible schools throughout the metro-Milwaukee area to help cover the cost of field trips during the 2013/2014 school year. The Kohl’s Cares Field Trip Grants will allow local schools to take advantage of educational opportunities outside the classroom without the extra cost.

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Oregon Zoo field trips are self-guided educational experiences available Monday through Friday, between Sept. 6 and June 21, with some exceptions noted on the reservation calendar. Students will enjoy an outdoor adventure that will ignite their imaginations, build on classroom learning and expand their knowledge of conservation efforts.

Admission costs $10.00 per child, chaperone and teacher with a minimum size group of 16. Admission must be purchased two weeks in advance; the field trip rate is not available on the day of your visit. Wristbands purchased on the day of your field trip will cost $15 per person for everyone two years of age and older. Schools in the state of Oregon or Washington with a schoolwide Title 1 program are eligible for a 50% discount off regular field trip admission. The application for Title 1 rate is included in the registration process.

Zoo admission is by timed reservation. There is no limit on time spent inside the zoo.

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• Must be an accredited public or private school, preschool through 12th grade; state-registered daycare; college or university; or ESD-registered homeschool group from Oregon or Washington
• Summer camps do not qualify for school field trip rates
• The visit must be scheduled and paid for at least two weeks in advance of your chosen date
• The minimum group size is 16 participants
• Ticket reservations must maintain a minimum ratio of one adult chaperone for every eight students

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Return of School Field Trips in the 2022-2023 School Year

Scenery from Plum Point. Photo taken by Audrey Whitfield on a field trip with her AP Biology class.

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Class field trips have made a return for the 2022-2023 school year. 

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, class field trips have been halted. This was due to fear surrounding the virus. This year, many courses and clubs have already partaken in memorable class trips—such as the Earth Science, AP Biology, and French courses. 

“I’m really sad I haven’t gotten any field trips so far, especially since the last one I went on was in the seventh grade,” said Daisy Flores. “I’m glad they’re starting up again.” 

As of now, field trips are being approved by the Monroe-Woodbury administration. COVID-19 protocols are not put in place when planning field trips.

“Any COVID protocols come down from the federal or state levels, and at this point there are none,” said Vice Principal Mr. McElroy.

According to McElroy, the process for approval is the same as it was since 2020. Teachers submit a quote to the bus garage. The garage then sets a price for transportation and fills out a form, which would be sent and reviewed by Principal Mrs. Soto and Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Hassler. 

How much money is needed along with other paperwork (attendance rosters, medical files, etc.) varies from trip to trip. This entire process takes a few weeks. 

Mr. McElroy added, “I haven’t had any [field trips] that weren’t allowed. Teachers make good decisions on where to take kids. I can see cost becoming a problem [for the approval of a field trip] if they wanted to go too far or something becoming costly to the point where kids had to pay. I can see that being an issue.” 

The science department has already hosted trips to various places.

“ Students were excited about the trips and learned about our environment first-hand,” said Ms. Puopolo, a science teacher and a chaperone for two previous trips.

Alina Joseph, a senior, went on a field trip with her AP Biology class to Plum Point Lane by the banks of the Hudson River. The class explored the area and visited different stations with different activities that taught them about the point.

For example, there was one station where students fished with nets and identified the fish with a dichotomous key. Another station was a nature hike with a naturalist to discuss growing plant life. 

Joseph recounted her experience and said, “It was a really fun, amazing, and interactive experience! I wasn’t able to go on field trips [since freshman year], but it’s great how I can now.”

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Field Trips 2023

Are you looking for a unique and memorable field trip experience for your students or group members? Look no further! Here in the Carolinas you'll find some of the most interesting, educational, and fun field trips around. From exciting outdoor explorations to breathtaking view points to fascinating historical attractions, there is something here that will fit any budget and interest level. Join Carolina Traveler as we explore several several field trip adventures.

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It's electric! Encourage your students to explore their inner Ben Franklin (or Nikola Tesla!) on a field trip to the Catawba Science Center in Hickory, NC.

Catawba Science Center

• 243 3rd Ave NE, Hickory, NC 28601
• 828-322-8169 Catawba
• catawbascience.org

Catawba Science Center is a non-profit science and technology museum offering rotating hands-on exhibits, saltwater and freshwater aquarium galleries, and a state-of-the-art digital planetarium. Their mission is to change lives and inspire learning through science and wonder! The staff are dedicated to providing a fun learning environment through science experiences.

Interactive and educational school field trips feature grade-specific hands-on experiences in natural, physical, and earth sciences. All programs complement the NC Common Core & Essential Standards and goals. Visitors learn about animals, plants, astronomy, physics, weather, technology, and more. We strive to provide an inclusive atmosphere for people of all ages!

Experience wildlife at the Animal Park at Conservators Center in Burlington, NC.

Animal Park at the Conservators Center

• 676 E. Hughes Mill Road, Burlington, NC  27217
• 336-421-0883
• animalparknc.org

Get a unique view of big cats, wolves, and other exotic animals—often from just 5 feet away! Most visitors experience an “oofing,” the earth-shaking, collective roar of several lion prides. You will be equally enchanted by our smaller residents, including binturongs, singing dogs, lemurs, servals, and other rare species.

You'll find fast cars and the legendary King of NASCAR at the Petty Museum in Randleman, NC.

Petty Museum

• 309 Branson Mill Rd, Randleman NC 27317
• 336-495-1143
• RPMuseum.com

Trace the amazing history of four generations of NASCAR royalty at this interactive museum! Follow the Petty family from their start on dirt tracks to modern-day racing, with memorabilia and artifacts highlighting wins, awards and more. You can even pick up a souvenir in the gift shop for yourself or your favorite fan. Get ready – buckle those seatbelts tight – it's time for an adrenaline-pumping journey through over 80 years' worth of incredible accomplishments!

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Curious minds making thrilling connections on field trips to the Eastern 4-H Center in Columbia, NC.

Eastern 4-H Center

• 100 N Clover Way, Columbia, NC
• 252-797-4800
• eastern4hcenter.org

Come explore the natural beauty and diversity of Albemarle Sound! With 250+ acres as an outdoor science classroom, experienced teachers lead hands-on learning activities for elementary to high school students aligned with North Carolina teaching standards. From the Pocosin forests to sweeping bays, estuaries and wetlands full of wildlife around sandy shores – there's something special waiting at each turn that'll bring curriculum alive in a way textbooks never could. The center's programs are open to public, private, and home-school groups.

Do you find tractors sexy? If so, your happy place will be the Neal Agricultural & Industrial Museum in Trinity, NC.

Neal Agricultural & Industrial Museum

• 5507 Snyder Country Rd, Trinity NC 27370
• 336-861-6959
• LinbrookHeritageEstate.com

Step back in time and explore the wonders of American engineering from a simpler era. See more than two dozen restored John Deere tractors, along with an array of steam engines dating as far back to 19th century. Witness history come alive when you experience the demonstration re-enacting the War of The Currents. And don't forget about shopping for souvenirs at the special gift shop.

A Tiger World field trip will be an experience that your students will never forget!

Tiger World

• 4400 Cook Road, Rockwell, NC 28138
• 704-279-6363
• tigerworld.us

Take a walk on the wild side with our educational tour and get up close to the big cats. Field trips to Tiger World include an interactive program designed around your specific curriculum with age appropriateness in mind. Students can meet the animals, ask questions of our certified Animal Care Specialists, and participate in fun activities while learning amazing things about Tiger World.

Amazing and functional works of art are displayed at the North Carolina Pottery Center in Seagrove, NC.

North Carolina Pottery Center

• 233 East Ave, Seagrove NC 27341
• 336-873-8430
• NCPotteryCenter.org

Explore the deep-rooted history of North Carolina's pottery and its fascinating evolution over centuries. Tour an exquisite collection of 800+ artifacts including photos, displayed thoughtfully to demonstrate the influence that social, technological and economic forces have on this unique cultural treasure. And don't forget – there is a gift shop so you can bring home your own piece of North Carolina culture.

Build a field trip that aligns to your curriculum at Marbles kids museum in Raleigh, NC.

• 201 E Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
• 919-857-1049
• MarblesKidsMuseum.org/field-trips

Educationally sound and fundamentally fun! Marbles field trips are content-rich, align with NC Standards and spark curiosity in students. We make it easy to book and simple to coordinate!

• K-5 th – Museum Discovery: Embark on a learning adventure within the museum’s exhibits.
• K-5 th – Museum MasterMinds: Dive into biology, financial literacy, weather, or celebrations around the world with a 20-min. interactive presentation.
• K-8 th – IMAX Documentaries: Get the most out of your visit with a documentary on Raleigh’s biggest screen.
• 4 th -8 th – IMAX Learning Labs: Pair an IMAX documentary with a 45-min. hands-on learning lab that engages students in challenge, choice, and unique activities.

Channel your inner Red Baron (or Maverick) when you buzz the tower at the North Carolina Aviation Museum in Asheboro, NC.

North Carolina Aviation Museum

• 2222-G Pilots View Rd, Asheboro NC 27203
• 336-625-0170
• NCAMHOF.com

Embark on a journey through the skies of aviation history at the North Carolina Aviation Museum. Explore an incredible collection of WWI artifacts, memorabilia and military equipment – from uniforms to vehicles to weapons. Test your flying skills in a flight simulator, check out Orville Wright's Piper J-3 “Flitfire,” and take home some amazing souvenirs from the gift shop. Perfect for groups — call for group rates.

Even the youngest budding scientists make discoveries on field trips to Kaleideum North in Winston-Salem, NC.

• 400 W. Hanes Mill Rd., Winston-Salem, 27105
• 336-767-6730
• kaleideum.org  

Kaleideum makes learning about science a fun field trip with educational programs and interactive exhibits, such as a 20-foot tall tree that children can climb inside to learn about trees, and a fountain that features a four-foot diameter, 5,300-pound granite ball.

Your field trip to the Schiele Museum can include a rewarding mining experience.

Schiele Museum

• 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
• 704-866-6900
• schielemuseum.org

Your class can experience dinosaur fossils, wildlife exhibits, American Indian artifacts, and a trip through space during a field trip to The Schiele Museum and James H. Lynn Planetarium. Customize your visit to include a science or nature presentation that supports the lessons from your classroom, then let your students enjoy museum exhibits, live animals at The Farm, and natural mazes on the Nature Trail. With equal parts learning and fun, your students will remember their fascinating field trip forever! Get the details and book your visit at schielemuseum.org .

Awe-inspiring greetings await your students at the North Carolina Zoo!

• 4401 Zoo Pkwy, Asheboro, NC 27205
• 336-879-7000

The North Carolina Zoo is the largest natural habitat zoo in the world! There is plenty of room to roam for both animals and guests, with large, spacious habitats and five miles of shaded walking trails. Located right in the heart of North Carolina, it is an easy and affordable field trip, or overnight or day trip for the entire family. In addition to the amazing adventures with our wildlife, the Zoo offers seasonal activities such as the Giraffe Feeding Deck, Butterfly Garden, and beautiful picnic areas for our guests. These wild experiences are guaranteed to delight kids of all ages.

The United States Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum recounts the actions of heroic Soldiers from the early days of the Parachute Test Platoon in 1940, to the ongoing Global War on Terrorism.

US Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum

• 100 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville, NC 28301
• 910-643-2778

The US Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum (ASOM) retains, preserves, and exhibits, the material, culture and heritage of the United States Army Airborne and Special Operations Forces from 1940 and into the future. Students visiting on field trips to the museum will be able to explore the history of Army Airborne and Special Operations through photos, artifacts and stunning life-size exhibits.

Laughter and squeals of delight can be heard as visitors feed the animals at Wildlife Safari Park in Salley, SC.

Eudora Wildlife Safari Park

• 219 Salem Lane, Salley, SC 29137
• 803-564-5358
• eudorafarms.net

Bring your field trip to the first drive-thru safari park in South Carolina! At Eudora Wildlife Safari Park, guests view and feed exotic animals from around the world from the comfort of their own vehicle. Bring your school, church or other group to enjoy a wagon ride through the safari with a tour guide and one bucket of feed per person. The Safari Wagon Tour takes about 1 hour and the Walk Thru Safari Tour takes about 45 minutes. Eudora Wildlife Safari will custom your tour based on educational needs. Picnic tables for lunch are available at our giraffe exhibit.

You're bound to find adventure here, so get your motor running and head out on the highway to the American Motorcycle Museum in Asheboro, NC.

American Classic Motorcycle Museum

• 1170 US Hwy 64 W, Asheboro NC 27205
• 336-629-9564

Check out this amazing collection of vintage Harley-Davidson® motorcycles, boasting an impressive 45 bikes to explore and admire – ranging from 1936 all the way up to 1978. Shop for souvenirs in their gift shop, or grab a bite at Heritage Diner before you go.

A modeler applies the finishing touches to the Firebase Ripcord diorama at the South Carolina Relic Room and Military Museum in Columbia, SC.

South Carolina Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum

• 301 Gervais St • Columbia, SC 29201
• 803-737-8095
• www.crr.sc.gov

The SC Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum brings to life the role South Carolinians played in every major American conflict from the Revolutionary War onward. Recently opened, their new exhibit ‘SC in Vietnam' impresses with a huge detailed diorama of Fire Support Base Ripcord that took two years for experts at the Wildcat Chapter of the Armor Modeling and Preservation Society to construct – truly an awe-inspiring sight!

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As South Florida's exclusive not-for-profit Theater for Young Audiences, we are thrilled to unveil our 2023/24 season, promising a captivating array of top-tier performances that will enrapture Miami families. Our offerings include plays, music, and dance, all designed to engage and entertain our youngest audience members. What sets MTC apart is our commitment to accessibility – ensuring that our theater productions and programs are open to everyone. At MTC, we collaborate with countless educators and schools, impacting thousands of students across Miami-Dade County through innovative school partnerships. We offer enriching field trips to the theater and bring engaging shows directly into schools. Please ask about our free tickets and transportation for Miami-Dade Public School students and teachers.

Email us at [email protected] or [email protected] to reserve your field trip and learn more!

HAVANA HOP: A CHILDREN'S TALE OF CULTURE AND CONFIDENCE!

Date/Time: November 13  – 17, 2023

Recommended Grades: K-5

Join Yeila on a transformative journey as she overcomes stage fright and embraces her multi-cultural heritage. In search of confidence and inspiration, Yeila travels to Cuba to visit her vibrant grandmother. Together, they explore the colorful world of salsa and infuse her hip-hop style with a salsa flair. Experience this dynamic participation play as one actress portrays three generations of lively women, inviting the audience to dance along. Discover the joy of self-discovery and the power of embracing one's roots in this captivating and uplifting tale.

Roots & Rhythms

Date/Time: February 5, 6, 8 & 9, 2024

Recommended Grades: 6 – 12

In honor of Black History Month, Roots & Rhythms celebrates the voices of black musicians, blending biography, social history, music, and choreography to celebrate the beauty and innovations of the African diaspora. This presentation, presented by Zest Collective and the Miami-Dade Arts Education Collective, explores a century of creativity, innovation, and triumph to tell the stories of black artists and communities whose songs rang out despite America's dark history of oppression.

Thursday, February 8, 2024 10:30am at Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, located at 10950 SW 211 Street in Cutler Bay

Friday, February 9, 2024 10:30am at Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, located at 10950 SW 211 Street in Cutler Bay

Reserve your spot by contacting  [email protected] . If you are part of MDCPS Cultural Passport program, contact  [email protected] .

BLACK BOY – HIGH SCHOOL TOUR!

Date/Time: February 12 -16, 2024

Recommended Grades: 9 – 12

Get ready to dive into Richard Wright's gripping memoir, "Black Boy." Follow the incredible journey of a young black man as he navigates the challenges of growing up in the Jim Crow South. This book is a raw and honest confession, showing his refusal to conform and the harsh realities of social injustice. Brace yourself for a captivating and heart-wrenching story that sheds light on the hardships and suffering endured by individuals in a divided society. "Black Boy" is an unforgettable exploration of one man's resilience and the struggle for equality.

DOKTOR KABOOM!

Date/Time: February 26 - March 1, 2024

Recommended Grades: 3 - 8

Experience the original Doktor Kaboom! show, where comedy meets education. Join the Doktor as he explores the wonders of the scientific method with humor and spectacular demonstrations. Topics include safety, force, simple machines, velocity, everyday applications of science, chemical reactions, mass, and air pressure. Prepare for laughter, learning, and an unforgettable scientific adventure!

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The ultimate field trip, accepting 2024 school year field trip bookings.

Book your next school field trip to LEGO ® Fun. 

At LEGOLAND® Discovery Center students can enjoy 10 LEGO® play zones, an interactive ride, a 4D Cinema and more! Schools can add-on a 30-minute age-appropriate workshop, which incorporates LEGO® Education lessons to create a unique curriculum-linked STEAM learning experience in a hands-on environment that increases student engagement. 

School Field Trips

Inspire your students' imaginations with educational play that harnesses the limitless creative possibilities of LEGO ® bricks! Discount rates are available for organized, local school groups. 

• Reduced admission rates
• Special group pricing for 2023-2024 Title 1 Schools available*
• BOOK BY MARCH 1, 2024 AND RECEIVE A FREE WORKSHOP!
• A minimum of 10 child tickets is required to receive discounted rates
• Advances pre-paid reservations are required a minimum of 14 days in advance
• Get 1 FREE adult chaperone ticket for every 5 child tickets
• School field trips are welcomed from Monday to Friday, excluding holiday periods
• Download the Field Trip Preparation Guide for more details

*Title 1 school rate available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays only. Please send an email to [email protected] and attach proper documentation to qualify for the Title 1 rate. Our booking coordinator will get back to you with the next steps within 1-3 business days.

Education Workshops

Our workshops incorporate the LEGO® Education BricQ Motion Essential set to engage students in the exploration of physical science and help foster an understanding of forces, motion, and interactions by providing easy hands-on learning experiences.

• $3 per student
• Grades: K-5th
• Workshop Length: 30-40 minutes
• Workshop capacity: 40 students per session
• Subjects Covered: STEAM
• Educational Standards: Common Core Curriculum & Next Generation Science Standards

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• School visit rates and packages are only available for official school groups.
• Minimum number of child tickets required to receive group pricing is 10.
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• LEGO Education Workshops are not offered during school breaks including spring break, summer or holidays.
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• Groups are welcomed from Monday to Friday, excluding holiday periods.
• For every 5 paying children, 1 adult receives free admission.
• School groups that arrive without a reservation are not guaranteed entry and will be charged the walk-up admission rate.
• Outside food or bagged lunches are not permitted inside the attraction. We offer meal deals at $5/person which can be ordered up to one week in advance. Food substitutions can be made for children with allergies.
• Must show proof of school ID at check in.
• Please see School Field Trip Preparation Guide  for more information.

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• Submit your online booking request and a booking coordinator will get back to you within 72 hours. 
• Payment via credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) is due when you book online , or due 2 weeks before your scheduled visit when you book and pay via school check ( School Field Trip Booking Request Form ).

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School Field Trips

August 30 – november 4, 2024, monday – friday from 9 am – 3 pm, $9 per person for children and adults.

Gaver Farm offers educational field trips to accredited public and private schools, preschools, year-round daycares and head start programs.

Field Trips provide an opportunity for children to learn about and experience agriculture on a real working farm and meet our family farm members! Guests learn about the life cycle of a pumpkin, our friend the bee, farm animals and agriculture products!

Field trips include a hayride to the pumpkin patch to pick your own pumpkin, self-guided educational opportunities and Fall Fun Fest Admission. The cost is $9 per person for children and adults and 1 FREE teacher per class (classroom size = 20 students). We do not accept payment vouchers. 

Please bring the 2024 School Field Trip Check-In Form for a quick and easy check-in.

Special Dates:

Apple Orchard Field Trip Day: September 12, 2024. The cost is $15 per person and includes a 1/4 peck PYO Apple Bag, FREE scenic hayride and Fall Fun Fest admission. All guests age 2 and older must have their own Gaver Farm PYO bag to be admitted into the Orchard. No reservations are necessary. Let the cashier know at check-in you are checking in for Orchard Day. Tickets are only available at the farm. No free teachers or parents. Check-in opens at 9:30 am. Hayrides run continuously from 10 am – 12 noon to the Orchard. You must check-in prior to 12:00 noon. The last hayride will depart at 12 noon- don’t miss it! 

Teacher Appreciation Weekend: September 21-22, 2024 . Teachers with a valid ID receive FREE Fall Fun Fest admission and 1 FREE Fall Fun Fest guest admission! Join us to celebrate and thank our wonderful teachers. You must reserve your ticket online in advance.

Homeschool Field Trip Days: September 25 OR 26, 2024. Parents and their home-schooled children may take advantage of the school group rates without meeting minimum requirements AND learn about farming, growing, bees, animals and so much more with self-guided learning opportunities! No reservations are necessary. Let the cashier know at check-in you are checking in for Homeschool Day. Tickets are only available at the farm. No free teachers or parents. Check-in opens at 9:30 am. Hayrides run continuously from 10 am – 12 noon to pick your own pumpkins (under 5 pounds, included). You must check-in prior to 12:00 noon to receive the $9 rate, hayride and pumpkin. The last hayride will depart at 12 noon- don’t miss it! 

Make a reservation by filling out the form below! The following dates are BLACKOUT Dates (no school in Frederick County or a surrounding county) and are not available for a Field Trip Reservation: September 4, 15, 25 and October 9, 20, 27, 2023. 

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Discover Drumthwacket School Field Trips

Registration is open for September 2023 to July 2024 on select Wednesdays listed below. 

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Drumthwacket is host to visiting school children from around the state. As the official residence of New Jersey’s Governor and a renowned New Jersey historic site, the goals of the Discover Drumthwacket field trip program are to promote an understanding of New Jersey history, pride in the heritage of our state and an awareness of leadership and good citizenship.

The program is geared towards 4th grade curriculum when NJ history is taught. But, Drumthwacket welcomes all students to learn and enjoy historic Drumthwacket and New Jersey’s rich history.  Admission is always free.

The objectives for the Discover Drumthwacket education program are:

• 1835 to 1981: pre-governor’s residence years
• 1981 to present: the official governor’s residence of New Jersey
• To develop an appreciation of New Jersey fine art and architecture
• To examine the changes in culture and lifestyle over Drumthwacket’s three eras of private ownership
• To understand the private and official uses of Drumthwacket today
• To understand what it means to be governor of New Jersey

In addition to the historic residence the visit includes a tour of the Thomas Olden House, the 1759 farmhouse on the property where Governor Olden was born.  Students learn about 18th century colonial kitchens, their furnishings and gardens through hands-on displays. Weather permitting, students will have the opportunity to tour Drumthwacket’s beautiful gardens and play with Colonial period toys.

Planning Your Visit

Discover Drumthwacket field trips are offered most Wednesdays. The visit takes approximately 1.5 hours and includes:

• Tour of historic Drumthwacket: 45 minutes
• Tour of Gardens, weather permitting: 15 minutes
• Tour of the Thomas Olden House: 30 minutes (CURRENTLY CLOSED)

Tours are given at 9:45 am, 10:45 am and 11:45 am. There is a strict ratio of 25 per group including students, teachers and chaperones to 1 docent.

Advanced registration is required. Registration for the September to July school year opens in mid-to-late August. Registration is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is a maximum of one bus or 50 individuals per time slot.

Title One Schools receive school bus reimbursement and complimentary bagged lunches.  Instructions on how to receive both are included within the confirmation email issued upon registration. 

Wheelchair Assistance

Drumthwacket is wheelchair accessible. If individual(s) in your group require wheelchair assistance, please indicate as such during the registration process.  The Foundation doesn’t provide wheelchairs.

Cancellation Policy

The Discover Drumthwacket field trip program is extremely popular. Please be considerate and check your school’s field trip policy and, if necessary, obtain proper Board and/or PTO approval prior to your visit. Schools which cancel (for non-weather related reasons) less than one month prior to their scheduled visit, may jeapordize a school’s ability to register for future trips. Should you need to cancel your visit, notify the Foundation immediately at info@drumthwacket.org .

Please call Robyn Brenner, Executive Director, (973) 204-2860 , or e-mail info@drumthwacket.org .

Teacher Classroom Packet

Pre- and post-visit activities designed for teachers to use with students as preparation for visiting Drumthwacket and reinforce learning following the visit:

For an illustrated booklet with games to reinforce learning following the Thomas Olden House visit:

“Eureka! Invention and Innovation in New Jersey”

Inspired by Abram Spanel, the last private owner of Drumthwacket who held more than 2000 patents at the time of his death in 1985, this free, on-line learning module was developed by the Drumthwacket Foundation in partnership with New Jersey teachers.  The module educates students on the importance of invention and innovation in the history of our state and nation. Designed for use by fourth grade teachers and comprised of five lessons which may be taught individually or consecutively, the module:

• aligns to English Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Math and Technology standards
• introduces students to inventors who are less known but whose inventions are well known such as bubble wrap, the electric guitar, hole punch and bandaids
• engages students with lesson plans designed to encourage connections, enhance learning and foster curiosity
• includes a ‘teacher toolbox’ which houses all assessments, worksheets, ready-to-use power point slides, hyperlinks to text resources and more

The companion Eureka! Student Site reinforces learning with educational games, puzzles and an interactive New Jersey map highlighting cities associated with each inventor or invention featured within the classroom module.

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CTC offers school groups the flexibility to reserve now and pay later! We know that it’s a big responsibility to plan a field trip, so we try to keep it as simple as possible. Choose your show and submit an online Ticket Request form.

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2023 – 2024 School Year

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March 5 – April 12, 2024

RECOMMENDED for preschoolers

Strap on your safety goggles and clean out your ears as a concoction of sneaky, sprightly L E T T E R S takes over a weird and wondrous science lab in this one-of-a-kind, gee-gaw-filled explosion of language.

May 1 – June 14, 2024

RECOMMENDED for grades K-8

Meet Frog and Toad, best friends who embark upon a year’s worth of adventures and joyful song-singing in the only show from Minnesota ever to be nominated for three Tony Awards, including Best Musical!

2024 – 2025 School Year

Reservations available april 12!

September 18-October 16, 2024

Recommended for grades 2-12

UnitedHealth Group Stage

Soar into the visual spectacle of this pulsating acrobatic performance that explores the spirit and vitality of township life, backed by the energetic beat of South African pop music!   

October 16-November 8, 2024

Recommended for grades 4-12

Cargill Stage

Experience the energy of a graphic novelist’s imagination at work as you’re drawn into this innovative story that magically takes place both on stage and on screen!  

November 13-December 19, 2024

Recommended for grades 1-12

In this CTC holiday favorite, filled with music and Seussian rhymes, everyone’s favorite grouchy, green Grinch plots the greatest heist imaginable—stealing the very thing the joyful Whos love the most!   

January 15-March 7, 2025

recommended for preschool-grade 2

Nationally acclaimed theater company Manual Cinema breathes innovative life into this beloved story by Mo Willems , using hundreds of puppets to magically create a mov i e right before your very eyes !  

February 12-March 7, 2025

recommended for grades K-8

Don’t miss this world-premiere musical, featuring dynamic new songs ranging from hip hop and pop to country as Milo learns that real life can sometimes be even more incredible than an imaginary one!  

April 23-June 5, 2025

recommended for grades 1-12

Don’t miss the Children’s Theatre Company production of the hit Broadway musical ! Sing along with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, a snowman who melts your heart. You won’t want to let it go!  

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Reservations Open for Our Season for Student Audiences

For the 2023-24 school year, Tennessee Performing Arts Center is proud to offer exceptional performances for students, available in-person and virtually. Discover how the performing arts brings high quality instructional opportunities to inspire and connect, from theatre, music, and literature, to history, geography, and science.

In-Person Performances

• Actívate October 17-19, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
• Magic in Motion: Exploring the Wonders of Physical Science November 13-17, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
• A Christmas Carol Nov 30, Dec 1, 6, 7, 12, 13 2023 at 10 a.m.
• Fisk Jubilee Singers® February 7, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
• Cenicienta: A Bilingual Cinderella Story February 20-23, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
• Alice in Wonderland February 26–March 1, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.

Virtual Performances

• The Little Red Hen November 6–December 1, 2023
• Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers® September 1–February 29, 2024
• Around the Americas September 25-November 3, 2023
• A Christmas Carol November 20-December 15, 2023
• Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad April 1-26, 2024
• Dr. Kaboom's Newton's Laws of Motion January 22-April 22, 2024

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A field trip to TPAC offers exceptional performances for PreK – 12 students. Learn more about the Season for Young People.

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We want to make experiencing the performing arts easy for you. Be sure to read our policies & procedures before making a reservation.

Educator Resources, Travel Grants & Subsidies

TPAC offers opportunities to make participation fun, educational, and affordable for each and every student.

Standards & Curriculum Connections

Discover ways to integrate each performance into your curriculum with educational teaching standards.

Teacher Workshops

Learn about cross-curriculum instruction with one of our highly interactive, entertaining, and informative workshops.

In-Person Performances | $10 per student

Performance Details are Subject to Change

High Energy Latin Concert

October 17-19, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.

Packed with positive vibes and high-energy Latin beats, Actívate features the Grammy Award-winning duo, 123 Andrés, for catchy songs and lively dual-language performances. Actívate means “get active,” and true to that spirit, the audience participates every step of the way – helping recover some missing birds, untangling hilarious mishaps, contributing ideas, and more. Actívate promotes self-esteem and creativity, blending Spanish language, rhythms, and lots of opportunities to move.

Curriculum Connections: Latin Music, Musical Instruments, Spanish Language & culture, American Sign Language, Social Studies, Geography of the Americas, Physical activity & child-friendly dance moves

Magic in Motion: Exploring the Wonders of Physical Science

November 13-17, 2023 at 10:30 a.m..

Witness how magic and physical science meld together for an unbelievable educational experience with Magic in Motion: Exploring the Wonders of Physical Science . Bill Blagg’s highly visual, interactive show will have your students on the edge of their seats as they explore how science creates magic right before their very eyes. Learn first-hand how to create illusions using core scientific principles such as force, energy, friction, and motion – then watch their jaws drop in amazement as ordinary objects come to life, while others defy gravity with a simple clap of the hands and so much more.

Curriculum Connections: Motion, Gravity, Force, Push/Pull, Cause / Effect, Energy (Potential / Kinetic), Pressure, Magnetism, Friction, Scientific Reasoning

A Christmas Carol

The Seasonal Favorite Literary Classic Fully Staged

Nov 30, Dec 1, 6, 7, 12, 13 2023 at 10 a.m.

In this new, heartwarming, and spectacular production of A Christmas Carol , Artistic Director Micah-Shane Brewer brings Charles Dickens’ classic story to life on stage. Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as they lead the miserly prosperous curmudgeon Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of transformation and redemption. Through these encounters, Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of kindness and generosity. The production features stunning sets and costumes that transport the audience to Victorian England and the timeless story is sure to be loved by audiences of all ages.

Content Warning: This production features flashing lights and theatrical haze.

Curriculum Connections: Historical Literature, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, Self-Awareness, Economics and Civics, Theatrical Presentation

Grades 5-12

Fisk Jubilee Singers®

February 7, 2024 at 10:30 a.m..

Discover the history and explore the stories of the world-renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers ’ original nine members in this choral performance under the direction of Dr. Anthony Williams. The current singers of the ensemble reflect on their roles as students and preservers of the group’s legacy during this blissful experience of beautiful storytelling through song.

Curriculum Connections: TN and US History, Fisk University and the Fisk Jubilee Singers®, Choral Music

Cenicienta: A Bilingual Cinderella Story

February 20-23, 2024 at 10:30 a.m..

Ten-year-old Belinda is a budding poet and loves to tell stories. But when she’s stuck in the basement preparing for a party upstairs that her stepmother and stepsisters will host, she’ll have to get creative. Cenicienta: A Bilingual Cinderella Story is a story within a story as Belinda lives out her version while also re-enacting the classic tale of Cinderella, using whatever objects are at her disposal: napkins, teapots, and doilies, to name just a few. This captivating bilingual one-woman performance is a modern spin on the beloved fairy tale and tackles cultural heritage, family, and the power of language. Produced by Glass Half Full Theatre.

Curriculum Connections: Performance, Film, Puppetry, Folktales/Fairytales, Poetry, Spanish, English, World Culture, Latino heritage, Bravery, Resilience, Imagination

Alice in Wonderland

An Adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Famous Book by Hugo Bélanger

February 26–March 1, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.

Alice refuses to do her homework. She prefers to play and daydream in her father’s study where she stumbles across a strange rabbit that nibbles on books. Wanting to stop him from eating books, she follows him into his rabbit hole. Adapted from the unbridled humor and madness of Lewis Carroll’s novel, Théâtre Tout à Trac’s lively production of Alice in Wonderland allows students to discover how each book becomes a door to the next adventure. An homage to reading, the play becomes a window into our imagination.

Curriculum Connections: Communication, Logic, Literature, Scene Design, Theatrical Presentation, Scene Comprehension, Context, Responsible Decision Making, and Relationship Skills

Free Virtual Performances

The little red hen.

A Country Musical Based on the Traditional Folk Story

November 6–December 1, 2023

Based on the traditional folk storybook, the tricks of a conniving fox combined with the common sense of a hen create an adventure and sound moral lesson on this classic, The Little Red Hen , with a feel good, foot-stompin’ country musical. “Who’ll help me plant the seed?” asks the plucky red hen as she begins the process that goes into making a loaf of her delicious bread. “Not us,” said the sheep, the cow, the horse, and the pig. They all have better things to do. But, “a hen’s gotta do what a hen’s gotta do,” and so our crimson heroine perseveres until her work is done. Produced by Virgina Repertory Theatre.

Curriculum Connections: Folktales, Language Arts, Reading, Science, Music, Peer Pressure, Self Esteem, Character Development

Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers®

September 1–february 29, 2024.

In Walk Together Children: The 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers®, Dr. Paul T. Kwami and his students pay tribute to the original nine members of the Fisk Jubilee Singers, who were organized as a choral ensemble in 1871 to perform and raise money to support Fisk University. As today’s singers explore the personal stories of the trailblazers who paved the way for future generations in Walk Together Children, they reflect on their roles as students and preservers of the world-renowned choral group’s rich legacy. Inviting viewers to share in their unique bond and learn the significance of the Negro Spirituals and their value in today’s culture, the film is a dual concert event celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Fisk Jubilee Singers and a call to action for the bright future ahead for Fisk University and all of Nashville. Created in collaboration with Dr. Kwami and director Jon Royal, the film is produced by Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC).

Around the Americas

Explore Musical Traditions with Andrés and Christina

September 25-November 3, 2023

¡Bienvenido a las Américas! Let’s travel Around the Americas virtually with Andrés and Christina to meet a musician in different countries of Latin America: Argentina, Mexico, Guatemala, and Puerto Rico. At each stop our musician friends will teach us about the style of music they play. This four-episode program produced by 123 Andrés includes challenges that your students can do — such as learning a dance step, or creating an instrument with household objects, or making a rhythm.

Curriculum Connections: Latin Music, Musical Instruments, Spanish Language & culture, American Sign Language, Social Studies, Geography of the Americas, Physical activity & kid-friendly dance moves 

Mark Cabus' One-Man Performance

November 20-December 15, 2023

In his action-packed staging of Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol , Mark Cabus plays 18 different characters in an acting tour de force. Using only Dickens’ text, he vividly recreates the haunting, compelling, and often humorous novella as a theatre performance. This most famous of ghost stories has been filmed on stage to create a dynamic performance that captures interest and imagination from start to finish. Cabus brings a modernity to the classic at a time of year when we are receptive to embracing—and passing along—the story’s enduring message.

Curriculum Connections: Characterization, Historical Literature, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, Self-Awareness, Economics and Civics, Theatrical Presentation

Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad

A Deeply Moving Musical History Lesson

April 1-26, 2024

A classic tribute to the great American who freed herself and hundreds of others from the bonds of slavery, Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad is a stirring drama accompanied to music that illustrates how her courage helped to change the world. Share her adventurous life with your students in this accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson produced by Virginia Repertory Theatre.

Curriculum Connections: African American History, American History, Biography, Language Arts, Music, Family Ties, Self-Esteem, Women’s Studies, Bravery

Dr. Kaboom's Newton's Laws of Motion

Understanding the Physics of Motion

January 22-April 22, 2024

Described as “part Mr. Wizard and part Mr. Rogers,” Doktor Kaboom uses the excitement of rocketry to present Newton’s Laws of Motion in multiple, over-the-top, demonstrations. Each of Newton’s 3 laws is clearly explained, comically demonstrated, and followed by a DIY project that students can do as a class, in groups, or individually. 3 Laws, 3 lessons, 3 projects!

Curriculum Connections: Sir Isaac Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion: Inertia, Acceleration, Action / Reaction, Safe Science, Math, Costume and Set Design, Character, Improvisation, Understanding, Respect, Cooperation, Making good choices

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• 1. Learn about each performance and lesson ideas for your classroom.
• 2. Submit a reservation request online.
• 3. Enjoy the performance!

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TPAC can assist with travel costs by completing our Travel Grant Application. Schools pay for their transportation, and the grant awards reimburse 50% of that expenditure. Funds will be distributed after required documentation is submitted to TPAC.

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TPAC covers a large percentage of performance costs to ensure all students have access to performing arts experiences. When requested in advance, we can provide ticket subsidies to schools in need of funding assistance.

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It means you’ll be unable to see the entire stage from those seats.

We sell these seats because for many fans the limited view is not a problem, and the tickets are clearly labeled at time of purchase (see photo below). Limited view seating varies event to event and could be something as small as a tiny corner of the stage being blocked from view. Call our box office at 615-782-4040 for additional information on limited view seating.

Seats marked with “Limited View” during purchase path

Andrew Johnson Theater

Many shows impose ticket limits to allow as many people as possible to have equal access to seats. This is done as a deterrent to third party vendors, i.e. scalpers, who may purchase large blocks of seats and then resell them online at an inflated cost. The term “household” refers to any shared information on one or more accounts. This includes, but may not be limited to matching names, mailing and billing addresses, email addresses, phone numbers and credit card numbers. Any households that purchase more than the allowed number of tickets may have their order(s) refunded without notice.

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Experience the wonder of a live theatrical performance with your class! Expand your students’ imaginations as we bring stories and characters to life on stage. School-day performances are available for elementary, middle, and high school groups as well as homeschool groups, clubs, and the general public. These plays are chosen with an eye to the needs of the school curriculum and the needs of young people and families in our community. Below are upcoming field trip matinees and additional information.

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William Shakespeare’s Macbeth School Tour – Fall 2024

Central Florida’s largest professional theater comes to your school with a live production of Shakespeare’s thrilling play about ambition and superstition, just in time for Halloween.

This special experience is available Mondays through Fridays for the weeks of October 10 – November 1, 2024 (excluding October 7 & 8) .

Length of Visit : Two and one half (3.5) Hours Total: (60 minute load-in, 80 minute performance and 10 minute talkback with students, 60 minute load-out)

Space Needed : Auditorium.

Technical Requirements : We will bring our own sound system or in some cases, we can plug into yours. We work with your contact to easily come into your school with minimal existing technical equipment.

Number of Students : 300 – 800 (Depending upon available space)

Target Audience : Grades 6 – 12

Show Summary : “ Something wicked this way comes. ” Experience a visually striking, modern production of Shakespeare’s Scottish play, featuring an arresting design, bold costumes, and modern choreography. Blind ambition and twisted prophecy lead Macbeth to murder the Scottish king and seize the throne. An impulse for destruction and a loose grip on sanity define Lord and Lady Macbeth’s foothold on power that can only end in tragedy.

Ticket Price : $2,000 per performance and post-play discussion (School may add four (4) workshops for an additional $500.

Add-On Workshops : Available before or after your students experience the play, enhance their learning with one of our specially designed workshops. (LENGTH: 45 – 60 minutes, FEE: $500 for 4 classes of 35 students each)

• Shakes Alive! – Orlando Shakes’ Teaching Artists engage your students in an interactive plot summary of Macbeth and learn to paraphrase Shakespearean text, distinguishing between the denotative and connotative meanings of words.
• Shakespeare’s Clues – Orlando Shakes’ Teaching Artists introduce your students to Iambic Pentameter and Shakespeare’s use of punctuation and wordplay as directions to the actor.
• Decoding the Sonnet – Teaching Artists will approach the themes, rhyme scheme and structure in Shakespeare’s sonnets. Students will compose their own personal sonnets by the end of the class.

All Middle and High School Workshops align with Florida Standards in Reading, Speaking and Listening, Theater Arts, and Social Studies.

Contact : Anne Hering, Education Director, [email protected] (407) 447-1700 ext. 208

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Available Times: Mar 26 – April 26, 2025 Margeson Theater

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6th – 12th Grade

$18 per person for Plays / $22 per person for Musicals (Buy 10 tickets and the 11th ticket is free with a minimum of 50 tickets)

Interested in enriching and engaging workshops for your students that relate to your Orlando Shakes field trip? Our Pre-show Workshops are a great chance to extend the learning beyond the stage. Click here for more information about enrichment activities, workshops, and teacher resources.

Call our Education Department at (407) 447-1700 ext. 254 to find out more information.

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