January 2021
Welcome NEW OFFERINGS IN 2021!
In This Issue
Distance Learning Survey
News from the Executive Director
New! Follow Along Workbooks
Included with Virtual & Video Tours
360° Video Enhancements
Preview the Video Series
Educator's Guide
Catalogue of our 2020-2021 offerings.
Innovative Mission Reports
View Minecraft Mission Model
Interview with OC Talk Radio
with Mission's Executive Director.
FREE Student Voucher
Share with your Learners!
Valid through June 1, 2021.
FREE "In Our Voice" Native American Storytelling Video
with any Distance Learning Booking!
Student from St. John's Episcopal School enjoying a virtual Field Trip with a live guide experience
Live Guided Field Trip Experiences Continue to Excite Students!
We invite you to look at our distance learning programming, offering new ways to learn about history whether a live experience or pre-recorded tour, from the area or afar, to take part in learning about our early California history and hearing up-close perspectives from some of the key local indigenous people of the area.
NEWS FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Greetings!
Attention Teachers, Parents and Educators of All Kinds!
Book your distance learning programs! From our interactive, live virtual field trip experiences to our pre-recorded video tour, Native American Storytelling video series, and 360 Degree Architectural and Historical video series, we have something for everyone. Programs may be booked for whole classrooms, learning pods, and even individual learners.
 
All bookings receive our “In Our Voice: Mission Bell Ringing and Native American Singing” video for FREE (a $50 value)!

Our distance learning programs are constantly evolving and we would love to hear how to continue to grow our offerings. Please take a few minutes to answer the survey below.



Sincerely,
Mechelle Lawrence Adams, Executive Director
Mission San Juan Capistrano
FOLLOW-ALONG WORKBOOKS FOR VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP AND VIDEO TOURS!
Now Available for 2021!
Designed to be used during (or after) your virtual touring around the Mission, these new follow-along workbooks help students stay focused and check their comprehension. And we provide an answer key to make grading easier. Thank you to the teachers and parents whose generous feedback helped us design this workbook with the needs of students and educators in mind!
NEWLY RE-DESIGNED VIEWING PORTAL
360 DEGREE VIDEO SERIES ENHANCEMENTS
The Mission's 360 Degree Architectural and Historical View Video Series now features new user-friendly tools, including:

  • Mission map showing locations of each 360 Degree Video
  • Detailed video descriptions
  • Subcategorized 360 Degree Video playlists by subject and location
EDUCATOR'S GUIDE 2020-2021
Featuring Onsite Educational Programs, Immersive Experiences and Distance Learning
Check out our Educator's Guide featuring onsite educational programs, immersive experiences and new this year - distance learning options. Students can learn about the diverse history and culture of early California through virtual field trips with a live guide, 360° architectural and historical view videos, Native American Storytelling and Singing videos and more!
INNOVATIVE MISSION REPORT IDEAS
New Ways Students are Learning about the Mission and California History
Many fourth graders have built models of Mission San Juan Capistrano but nothing quite like this! Tanner, a talented 4th grade student used his computer skills to build a digital model of the Mission in the game Minecraft, complete with the Golden Retablo in the Serra Chapel. For resources to help your students thrive while learning at home, please visit our website and share the link with your students.
OC TALK RADIO FEATURES INTERVIEW WITH MISSION'S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Impact OC: Remaining Historically Significant Mission San Juan Capistrano
How can Mission San Juan Capistrano remain historically significant to its visitors and supporters in the midst of COVID-19? Find out by listening to OC Talk Radio Public Affairs Director Dawn Kamber's interview with Mission San Juan Capistrano Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence Adams.
FREE STUDENT ADMISSION VOUCHER
Mission San Juan Capistrano Celebrates its Student Community
We realize that many of this year's fourth graders missed out on the coveted tradition of a field trip to Mission San Juan Capistrano. We are so sorry for that experience and want to help make it up to our student visitors by offering a free voucher valid for 1 free student admission to the Mission through June 2021!

Be our guest! For those joining us digitally this school year, share this voucher with your learners to come visit us with their families! Plan a Daycation and enjoy your distance learning in a scenic environment while utilizing the Mission's FREE WiFi! Stay a little longer and shop, dine and explore all that historic downtown San Juan Capistrano has to offer.

Please note this free student voucher is not applicable to field trips.
NEW! NOW OFFERING LIVE ONLINE GUIDED TOURS FOR FAMILIES!
Offered Friday, Saturday & Sunday!
Tour Mission San Juan Capistrano from the comfort of your home! We are proud to now offer Live Online Guided Tours every week Friday through Sunday. Explore the Mission's beautiful grounds and historic past with an expert Mission guide. From the cultural traditions of the local Acjachemen people, to the picturesque gardens, and one-of-a-kind Serra Chapel, there is something for everyone. This interactive virtual experience is perfect for adults and children of all ages to enjoy together. Share this offer with your students and their families!

Please note this program is not applicable for school groups or learning pods.
Coming Soon! Live Online Guided Art Tours!
Stay tuned for more information in the next newsletter!
See What Teachers are Saying...


"Our Fourth Graders enjoyed a Live Experience with Mission San Juan Capistrano today! Each year, thousands of students visit California Landmark #200. Our students enjoyed this unique virtual field trip and can't wait to learn more this semester.”
Teacher
St. John's Episcopal School
@stjohnsrsm

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TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY!
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Mission San Juan Capistrano is the
#1 Destination for Learning Remote and In-Person!
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"In Our Voice: Mission Bell Ringing and Native American Singing" video for FREE (a $50 value)!
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