Field Trip Reminders for May 7, 2008

GM Fifth Grade Rock City/Ruby Falls Field Trip Guidelines

Do…

·       Arrive no later than 6:45.  Departure time is 7:00.  We will not wait for tardy students

·       Wear sunscreen

·       Wear close-toed shoes (no open-toes)

·       Wear layers of clothing (a light jacket or sweater can be tied around your waist when not in use) so you will be comfortable in a variety of environments

·       Bring a snack and dispose of its trash appropriately

·       Stay with your buddy/chaperone

·       Listen to the presentations and stay quiet

·       Choose to be buddies with a  partner

·       Bring a water bottle you’ll carry yourself

Avoid…

·       Choosing playmates for buddies

·       All electronics; they will be taken up and returned to a parent only

·       Multiple foods/gum/candy/money...Teachers have decided NOT to go to the gift shop

·       Inappropriate behavior at any time

·       Leaving the group/chaperone

·       Sharing criticisms of people or things while on the field trip

Let's have a great time on our way to and from Tennessee!

Sincerely,

Mr. McGill