1. Berlin Trip 2017 Parents Information Evening
Mr Linsell – Trip Leader
Mr S Flain, Mrs J McEleney,
Miss R Mothersole and Mr K Kelly

2. Objectives of this Presentation
To explain the itinerary for this exciting trip
To provide information for essentials and recommendations when considering what to pack
Outlines expectations of student conduct
Opportunities for questions at the end

3. Who has helped us to organise this trip?

4. What to pack? What do you need to bring?
Towels – 1 bath towel, 1 hand towel and flannel/sponge
Warm clothing:
Jumpers
Thick coat
Hat
Scarf
Comfortable shoes – trainers, ugg boots
Practical bag
Plug adaptor
Recommended: snacks packed in your case

5. The School Day: Thursday 23rd November
Before school: Students bring their luggage to the Dance Studio from 8am onwards (max 23kg case)
Periods 1-4: as normal
Lunchtime:
Change into appropriate travel clothing in the PE changing rooms ensuring Berlin hoody is worn. Please ensure all clothing to be worn is stored at the top of baggage
Ensure all toiletries are stored in your luggage as we will not be taking any liquids / aerosols through departures
One member of staff will be in the history office to store your school bags
Literacy time: in forms as normal, go to the hall period 6 ready to depart

6. The Airport
Check-in: Students to be given passports – must be responsible until returned to member of staff
Departures: No liquids allowed in hand luggage
Food / drink: This will be the only opportunity to eat a hot meal until Friday 24th so please bring money to purchase food
Expectations: Consideration for other passengers
Arrival: We will arrive local time 9:30pm which will be 8:30pm in the UK

7. The Hotel Students have already selected rooms
Staff will supervise students to settle into their rooms
Staff will be in close proximity to students
Take care of valuables – there is no safe
Towels are not provided
Remember an adaptor

8. The Hotel

9. Friday 24th November Breakfast Visit to Allied Forces Museum
Visit to Wannsee Chateau
Visit to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
Return to hotel for dinner

10. The Allied Forces Museum
Friday 24th November
The Allied Forces Museum
Students will receive a guided tour of the museum, which tells the story of the British and American forces who occupied West Berlin from the end of World War II until the early 1990s.
This visit will provide students with a greater understanding of the early years of the Cold War, including such flashpoints as the Berlin blockade
THE COLD WAR

11. Haus der Wannsee Konferenz
Friday 24th November
Haus der Wannsee Konferenz
Students will receive a guided tour of the chateau, where on January 20th 1942 a group of high-ranking Nazi officials led by Reinhard Heydrich met to discuss the implementation of the ‘final solution to the Jewish problem’, an event which would later become known as the Holocaust.
This visit will provide students with a greater understanding of life within Nazi Germany and in particular Nazi treatment of the Jews.
Nazi Germany

12. Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
Friday 24th November
Students will take part in an audio guided tour of the camp. Sachsenhausen was one of hundreds of concentration camps built by the Nazis within Germany and occupied Europe and served as a place of detention for political prisoners.
This visit will provide students with a greater understanding of life within Nazi Germany and in particular Nazi treatment of those they regarded as enemies of the regime.
Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
Nazi Germany

13. Saturday 25th November Breakfast Visit to Stasi Prison
Visit to DDR Museum
Visit to Checkpoint Charlie
Bowling
Packing!

14. The Stasi Prison Saturday 25th November
Students will receive a guided tour of the prison, where those held by the East German Ministry of State Security or ‘Stasi’ were held.
This visit will provide students with a greater understanding of life within East Germany during the Cold War and in particular the practices of the East German secret police. As the building and equipment found within remain largely as they did when it was being used the visit will provide a very authentic insight for students.
THE COLD WAR

15. DDR Museum Saturday 25th November
Students will receive a guided tour of this interactive museum, which showcases life within Communist East Germany.
This visit will provide students with the opportunity to get hands on with what life was like within a communist state in the second half of the 20th century. Exhibitions are designed to be experienced with visitor encouraged to open cupboards and watch TV to get a real insight into life behind the iron curtain.
THE COLD WAR

16. Checkpoint Charlie Saturday 25th November
At Checkpoint Charlie students will receive a guided, which showcases the history of this famous gap in the Berlin Wall.
This visit will not only provide students with an understanding of the desire of many within Eastern Berlin to seek a new life in the western part of the city, but also demonstrate how Checkpoint Charlie was the scene of American-Soviet stand offs during the height of the Cold War.
THE COLD WAR

17. Sunday 26th November Breakfast Transportation to airport
Depart from Berlin Tegel Airport
12:20pm (11:20am UK time) Flight departure – BA flight: BA0993.
Snack will provided on the plane
1:30pm (UK time): Arrive at Heathrow, departing at approximately 2:30pm for return to St Michaels
3:30-4:00pm: Arrival at St Michaels – students / teachers will inform you if there are any changes regarding arrival times

18. Expectations Highest expectations of behaviour
Follow instructions carefully and show respect at all times
Be sensible – you are in a foreign country
You are representing St Michaels
Be punctual and organised
Be courteous
Be interested!
Have fun!

19. Concluding Points Students come to school organised on Thursday
Remember to bring a bring a towel!
Take a maximum of €100 ensuring €10 is kept aside for bowling and €2 set aside for the headset
Students must communicate with staff
Be ready to depart promptly
Contact your parents / guardians!

20. Any Questions?
We would be happy to answer any questions you may still have