bermuda subtropical ecology experience apr. 10- apr. 15, 2016
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Bermuda Subtropical Ecology Experience
Bermuda Subtropical Ecology Experience
Apr. 10- Apr. 15, 2016Apr. 10- Apr. 15, 2016
About Your Trip LeadersAbout Your Trip Leaders Kris Ingvertsen
B.S. Science, UCONN Minor in Marine Science 14 yrs at Har-Bur Certified in: SCUBA, Soon SCUBA rescue, Life saving,
CPR/AED, First Aid, Instructor of some of the above mentioned
Kris Ingvertsen B.S. Science, UCONN Minor in Marine Science 14 yrs at Har-Bur Certified in: SCUBA, Soon SCUBA rescue, Life saving,
CPR/AED, First Aid, Instructor of some of the above mentioned
Peter Bogen BA Clark University MA CAS Fairfield University 16 yrs in Region #10; 32.5 years in education. Has been on this trip with two different schools, a
total of seven trips. Certified in: CPR/AED, First Aid Has taken a lifeguard course – high school!
Peter Bogen BA Clark University MA CAS Fairfield University 16 yrs in Region #10; 32.5 years in education. Has been on this trip with two different schools, a
total of seven trips. Certified in: CPR/AED, First Aid Has taken a lifeguard course – high school!
Trip ChaperonesTrip Chaperones
Mr. Samudosky 8th Grade Science teacher Fitness Fanatic Been to Bermuda on this trip three years Coaches sports every season for 17
years Mrs Michnowicz
New 7th Grade math teacher Taught at the high school for 9 plus years.
Mr. Grigociewicz Science Coordinator Been to Bermuda on this trip last two
years
Mr. Samudosky 8th Grade Science teacher Fitness Fanatic Been to Bermuda on this trip three years Coaches sports every season for 17
years Mrs Michnowicz
New 7th Grade math teacher Taught at the high school for 9 plus years.
Mr. Grigociewicz Science Coordinator Been to Bermuda on this trip last two
years
About BermudaAbout Bermuda
Bermuda is the most northerly group of coral islands in the world.
Bermuda is a British territory, approximately 21 square miles in size.
Bermuda has a warm and humid climate, windy especially in the winter months. 70 in April – water about 65.
Bermuda is located 580 miles directly east of North Carolina.
The main island is covered with low green hills, and surrounded by over 120 small and 6 medium coral islands.
Bermuda is the most northerly group of coral islands in the world.
Bermuda is a British territory, approximately 21 square miles in size.
Bermuda has a warm and humid climate, windy especially in the winter months. 70 in April – water about 65.
Bermuda is located 580 miles directly east of North Carolina.
The main island is covered with low green hills, and surrounded by over 120 small and 6 medium coral islands.
BIOS (Bermuda Institute of Ocean Science)
BIOS (Bermuda Institute of Ocean Science)
The ExperienceThe Experience
Immersion in the ecology of Bermuda
Reef/coastal habitats Marine life Island geology Terrestrial plants & animals Lectures Nature preserves, scientific
institutions
Immersion in the ecology of Bermuda
Reef/coastal habitats Marine life Island geology Terrestrial plants & animals Lectures Nature preserves, scientific
institutions
Trip RequirementsTrip Requirements
Five pre-trip preparation sessions 2 Pool sessions (snorkeling class)
March 6 and 20 Completed notebook – 60 pages! Follow-up meeting to share and
discuss trip experiences, and to make curricular connections
Five pre-trip preparation sessions 2 Pool sessions (snorkeling class)
March 6 and 20 Completed notebook – 60 pages! Follow-up meeting to share and
discuss trip experiences, and to make curricular connections
How Students Will Be Selected
How Students Will Be Selected Complete paperwork, including typed essay
Explain why you would be a good choice for this trip
Two recommendations from Har-Bur staff History of positive behaviors Demonstrates appropriate behavior up to the
trip departure Ability to work independently, and in a group Has shown an interest in science in previous
grades
Complete paperwork, including typed essay Explain why you would be a good choice for
this trip Two recommendations from Har-Bur staff History of positive behaviors Demonstrates appropriate behavior up to the
trip departure Ability to work independently, and in a group Has shown an interest in science in previous
grades
What is due by October 1What is due by October 1Application FormEssay – why should I be chosen to go on this trip?Permission formLetters of recommendation (2)ContractPhoto release formPhone Chain information formMedical Consent / Authorization formMedical release/ treatment formBIOS ContractBIOS Drug –free zone formBIOS Snorkel Waiver FormCheck for $700. Made payable to HBMS.
Not required for now but attached as the last page and needed as soon as possible is any prescription med information and the doctors authorization. It is very important that we know about all medical conditions including allergies, asthma,…
Application FormEssay – why should I be chosen to go on this trip?Permission formLetters of recommendation (2)ContractPhoto release formPhone Chain information formMedical Consent / Authorization formMedical release/ treatment formBIOS ContractBIOS Drug –free zone formBIOS Snorkel Waiver FormCheck for $700. Made payable to HBMS.
Not required for now but attached as the last page and needed as soon as possible is any prescription med information and the doctors authorization. It is very important that we know about all medical conditions including allergies, asthma,…
Pre-trip ExpectationsPre-trip Expectations
Students must attend all pre-trip sessions
Student must take part in both snorkel classes –March 6 and 20 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Student continues to demonstrate positive behaviors and maintain good grades up to trip departure.
Students must attend all pre-trip sessions
Student must take part in both snorkel classes –March 6 and 20 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Student continues to demonstrate positive behaviors and maintain good grades up to trip departure.
Trip Cost$2100.00
Trip Cost$2100.00
Transportation to/from airport Airfare to/from Bermuda Transportation while on island 6 days/5 nights room and board at BIOS Admission to attractions; Nature Preserve,
Underwater Exploration Institute Lectures and labs (supplies, BIOS usage) Trip Insurance Additional costs for dive gear, wetsuits, snorkel classes, souvenirs and
passports
Transportation to/from airport Airfare to/from Bermuda Transportation while on island 6 days/5 nights room and board at BIOS Admission to attractions; Nature Preserve,
Underwater Exploration Institute Lectures and labs (supplies, BIOS usage) Trip Insurance Additional costs for dive gear, wetsuits, snorkel classes, souvenirs and
passports
Fund-raisingFund-raising
Applebees Pancake Breakfast 11/1/15 and 1/10/16
Possible Flatbread/Wendy’s fundraiser
CFL sale Parent input/thoughts/ideas?
Applebees Pancake Breakfast 11/1/15 and 1/10/16
Possible Flatbread/Wendy’s fundraiser
CFL sale Parent input/thoughts/ideas?
Bermuda TimelineBermuda Timeline Due date for applications – 10/1/15 Due date for first payment - $700 – 10/1/15 Applebee’s first breakfast – 11/1/15 Due date for second payment - $700 – 1/4/16 Passport copies due to Bogen – 1/4/16 Dates for in school group lunch work – TBA – starting in January Applebees second breakfast 1/10/16 Third and final payment due - $700 – 2/9/16 Final physical information due – allergies, asthma, meds… - 2/9/16 Dates for Snorkel classes at the YMCA in Torrington 3/6/16 and 3/20/16 Leave for Bermuda from HBMS by bus 4/10/16 – 3:00 am Research project due for presentation 4/14/16 ( in Bermuda!) Notebooks due – 4/15/16 … can give to us on flight home if done..
Return home 4/15/16 approximately 8 p.m.
Due date for applications – 10/1/15 Due date for first payment - $700 – 10/1/15 Applebee’s first breakfast – 11/1/15 Due date for second payment - $700 – 1/4/16 Passport copies due to Bogen – 1/4/16 Dates for in school group lunch work – TBA – starting in January Applebees second breakfast 1/10/16 Third and final payment due - $700 – 2/9/16 Final physical information due – allergies, asthma, meds… - 2/9/16 Dates for Snorkel classes at the YMCA in Torrington 3/6/16 and 3/20/16 Leave for Bermuda from HBMS by bus 4/10/16 – 3:00 am Research project due for presentation 4/14/16 ( in Bermuda!) Notebooks due – 4/15/16 … can give to us on flight home if done..
Return home 4/15/16 approximately 8 p.m.
Useful Links from AmityUseful Links from Amity
http://www.bios.edu/ http://subtropicalenvironments.homestead.com/
FridayApril14.html http://subtropicalenvironments.homestead.com/
SundayApril16.html http://www.webeducator.net/bermuda/doc/
assignments/Geology%20Dreamweaver/index.htm http://www.webeducator.net/bermuda/
invertwelcome.html
http://www.bios.edu/ http://subtropicalenvironments.homestead.com/
FridayApril14.html http://subtropicalenvironments.homestead.com/
SundayApril16.html http://www.webeducator.net/bermuda/doc/
assignments/Geology%20Dreamweaver/index.htm http://www.webeducator.net/bermuda/
invertwelcome.html
Contact InformationContact Information
Peter Bogen Ext. 17552 [email protected]
Bob Samudosky Ext. 17207
Peter Bogen Ext. 17552 [email protected]
Bob Samudosky Ext. 17207