Timeline of Activities
Fall
2005
Activity 1: Exploration Day-
Students are introduced to the outdoor classroom prior to any changes
to the space. They observed and recorded observations in a "Sense
Chart," sketched their ideas for the space, and wrote a summary
of their plans for the space. Length of Time: 60 minutes Click
here to view the handout we used.
Activity 2: Student Clean-up Day- Students began cleaning
up the area using small, non-electric tools. Length of time: one-40
minute class period. Click here to view some photos.
Activity 3: Appeal Letters- A guest speaker spoke to each Language Arts class about writing procurement letters. Students formulated a mission statement for their cause and discussed "branding." In small groups, student composed letters requesting material or monetary donations from local businesses. Letters were mailed to local businesses on school letterhead. Length of Time: Two-40 minute class periods.
Activity
4: Faculty, Staff, and Parent Clean-up Day- Adults using chainsaws,
a shredder, and stump grinder, were able to clear the old, overgrown vines,
dead trees and shrubs, and garbage fromthe outdoor classroom area. This
activity was held on Saturday, November 5, 2005. The day was a huge success!
Click here to see photos. Length of Time:
5 hours
Activity 5: Soil Projects- Team 7-1 students learned about general
characteristics of soil using PA's AgMag on soil. The AgMag can be obtained
from.....It is a great, easy-to-read circular on soil. Students were then
given the freedom to select a topic on soil and present this project to
their peers. Length of Time: two-40 minute for using PA Agmag and student
planning time. Students completed projects at home in one week. Click
here to view the project guidelines and check-off sheet.
Winter
2005-06
Activity 6: Fundraising Continues- The outdoor classroom committee
continued to send out appeal letters for donations and research corporate
funding possibilities.