Think back to your school years. Among the memories of friends, sports, and unforgettable teachers, there are likely several memories of class trips taken to museums, famous landmarks and historical cities. At the time, you probably looked at field trips as a chance to skip class and hang out with friends. But those field trips were also about so much more.
Field trips are designed to enhance what children are being taught in the classroom. The goal is to let students see, touch, and experience things that would otherwise just be a line in a textbook or a picture on a classroom wall.
In May, the foundation helped fund a local field trip to see the Calpulli Mexican Dance Company for all 7th and 8th-grade students. Calpulli used movement and rhythms in dance to share cultural knowledge that helped students capture the Mexican culture and experience lessons that complement those learned in the classroom.
The foundation strives to provide field opportunities for all students, regardless of their ability to pay. Will you help us reach our goal?
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