Thank You

Belize is a beautiful place! Best wishes to the class of 2008.

Parent "Drop In" Meeting - Tuesday, April 22

This coming Tuesday from 6 - 7 PM in Studio 3 - Seegers Center, will be a chance for Parents/guardians to stop by and:
- say hello

- ask a question

- share a concern

- etc.

Not to worry if you can't make it. Feel free to give us a call and we can set up another time for you to stop by.

Information from Toadal Adventures

Photo courtesy of Toadal Adventures

We were in touch with Deb of Toadal Adventures today. We asked her a bit more about what we could expect. Here's what we learned:

Power Boat Transfer
We will travel from Placencia out to Silk Caye via power boat. Once on Silk Caye we will begin our kayaking expedition. Students will receive a introduction to paddling technique which will include "wet exit" practice - falling out of the kayak when it capsizes. Followed by how to get back in. I can't think of a better place to wet exit. Warm, crystal clear, water.

SPF 30
Using sunscreen with a spf of 30 or higher is a good idea. And reapply it often. Sunbathing is not a good idea. Staying well hydrated is a good idea. We will be sure to make this happen with frequent water breaks. Proper hydration is the first step in preventing heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Emergency Communication
Our guide will have a cell phone for emergency use.

Dangerous Marine Life
When asked about this Deb commented on the occasional Jelly Fish, that can deliver a minor sting with little discomfort that can last for an hour.

Malaria
Deb encourages us to follow the CDC recommendations. She has lived in Belize for 16 years and hasn't had Malaria. Better safe than sorry.

Packing List
Coming soon

Travelers information from the CDC

If you haven't already done so, be sure and visit the Centers for Disease Control's website and see what they recommend.
















*map from the CDC website

Folks have been asking questions about anti malaria medication, vaccine info, and more. Our advice, is to read over the CDC's info and check with your Doctor and/or travel clinic ASAP.

Students and Parent/Guardians are responsible for making necessary preparations.

Flight Departure time moved up!

AA moved up our flight departure time. We emailed you and your parents. Let us know if you didn't receive the email with the new time.

Following Mateo - our official May project book

Hopefully by now you've been doing some casual reading in preparation for Belize. Have you picked up a copy of Following Mateo by Tom Molanphy yet?

Bake Sale for the Belizean Library

Great job organizing the bake sale this past week! It was a great success. The money raised will go to the library in Placencia to purchase those sleeves that hold the sign out cards in the back of the books (you know the ones). Looking forward to visiting the library when we head to Belize next month.

Meeting - Tuesday, March 11

Our next meeting will be after school on Tuesday. We will give out a trip information packet for you to share with your parents. Hope you can make it.

Copy your Passport

We are collecting copies of everyone's passport. Please copy the first page.

Due: Friday, January 25

Senior "Maymester" 2008 in Belize

Sponsored by the Experiential Education Department. This sea kayaking expedition will depart from Placencia and explore some of the many cayes located just off shore, in the Caribbean Sea. Toadal Adventure Belize is our outfitter. There will also be time to experience other aspects of Belize and Mayan culture. More information to follow.

(Photo courtesy of Toadal Adventure Belize)

First Meeting: Wednesday, January 9 - 8th period
Agenda:
- Trip schedule
- May project admin deadlines

- Q & A
- Passports
- Immunisations & vaccines

- Future meeting schedule

"If we couldn't laugh, we would all go insane."

Jimmy Buffet