1. KEY EXPERIENCE TRIP Washington, DC 2015
University Charter Middle School
at CSU Channel Islands

2. 8th Grade: Washington, DC
April 8th -
April 12th
(Wednesday - Sunday)

3. “Key Experiences” Based on classroom learning Build upon one another
Provide a hands-on, real-world learning experience
Create a meaningful, relevant lesson for all students
Expose students to new places and experiences

4. Journal Writing
Scavenger Hunts

5. Fun on the bus!
Washington Monument!

6. Arlington National Cemetery
Lots of Walking!

7. Washington, DC
Ford’s Theatre

8. Washington, DC
Capitol
Hill

9. Washington, DC
Memorials

10. Washington, DC Smithsonian Museums Natural History American History
Air and Space

11. Washington, DC
White
House

12. Colonial Williamsburg & Jamestown

13. Why WorldStrides? Passionate and professional team Fixed Dates
Premier provider of student educational travel for nearly 45 years
More than 4 million travelers since 1967
400+ committed employees; started by a middle school teacher
Fixed Dates
24-Hour Medical Team On Call
High-Quality Accommodations
Highly Trained Guides & Leaders

14. Washington, DC Trip: What is Included?
Airfare
Accommodations
All meals
All admissions
Motor coach transportation
Course Leader
Student Discovery Journals
Night Chaperones
On-site Coordinator
24-hour Tour Central support, etc.

15. Safety & Security 24-hour Tour Central offices
WorldStrides Identification Badges with
24-hour, toll-free contact number
Safe, student-friendly accommodations
Night Chaperones
On-site Coordinators
Highest quality Course Leaders
Highest quality Motorcoach Drivers
Doctors On Call Program with The George Washington University Hospital

16. Trip Costs $49 Deposit (non-refundable) $1,775 Balance for Students
4 Per Room
(Full trip cost is $1,824)
$2,067 Balance for Adults
2 Per Room
(Full trip cost is $2,116)

17. Other Costs? Spending Money for
Snacks/Water
Optional Souvenirs
Gratuities for tour directors, guides and bus driver
(approx. $20 per student)
“Full Refund Program” - $199
Accept or Decline upon Registration

18. Fundraising Gift of Education Letters FLAG Scholarship (ASAP!)
Please send deposit of $49 ASAP-
OFFICIALLY DUE MAY 15th
But that will be extended by 2 weeks (May 30th).

19. What’s Next? *Departure & Return Times TBD Registration
Review the student invitation
There are 3 ways to register:
Fill out the form and mail it in with a deposit
Online at
Toll-free by phone ( )
Register no later than October 15th
$49 deposit
Tour number:
Group leader: Sara Ahl
Departure date: Wednesday, April 8, 2014
Return date: Sunday, April 12, 2014
*Departure & Return Times TBD

20. After the deposit is paid
Pay-in-full within 30 days OR
Spread out your balance through installment payments
(approx. $249/mo.)
Monthly fee of $6.00 UNLESS you sign up for “EZ Pay” (Auto Debit)
June - December

21. We will meet again approximately one month before departure.
Questions?
WorldStrides
UCMS Office
We will meet again approximately one month before departure.