bermuda subtropical ecology experience
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Bermuda Subtropical Ecology Experience. Apr. 20- Apr. 24, 2015. About Your Trip Leaders. Kris Ingvertsen B.S. Science, UCONN Minor in Marine Science 13 yrs at Har -Bur Certified in: SCUBA, SCUBA rescue, Life saving, CPR/AED, First Aid, Instructor of some of the above mentioned. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Bermuda Subtropical Ecology Experience
Bermuda Subtropical Ecology Experience
Apr. 20- Apr. 24, 2015Apr. 20- Apr. 24, 2015
About Your Trip LeadersAbout Your Trip Leaders Kris Ingvertsen
B.S. Science, UCONN Minor in Marine Science 13 yrs at Har-Bur Certified in: SCUBA, 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 13 yrs at Har-Bur Certified in: SCUBA, SCUBA rescue, Life saving,
CPR/AED, First Aid, Instructor of some of the above mentioned
Peter Bogen BA Clark University MA CAS Fairfield University 14 yrs in Region #10; 29.5 years in education. Has been on this trip with two different schools, a
total of five trips. Certified in: CPR/AED, First Aid Has taken a lifeguard course – high school!
Peter Bogen BA Clark University MA CAS Fairfield University 14 yrs in Region #10; 29.5 years in education. Has been on this trip with two different schools, a
total of five trips. Certified in: CPR/AED, First Aid Has taken a lifeguard course – high school!
Trip ChaperonesTrip Chaperones Mr. Grigociewicz
Science Coordinator Been to Bermuda on this trip last year
Mr. Samudosky 8th Grade Science teacher Fitness Fanatic Been to Bermuda on this trip twice Coaches sports every season for 15
years
Mr. Grigociewicz Science Coordinator Been to Bermuda on this trip last year
Mr. Samudosky 8th Grade Science teacher Fitness Fanatic Been to Bermuda on this trip twice Coaches sports every season for 15
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 (scuba / snorkeling
class) March 8 and 22
Completed notebook! Follow-up meeting to share and
discuss trip experiences, and to make curricular connections
Five pre-trip preparation sessions 2 Pool sessions (scuba / snorkeling
class) March 8 and 22
Completed notebook! 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 11.Application Form2.Essay – why should I be chosen to go on this trip?3.Permission form4.Letters of recommendation (2)5.Contract6.Photo release form7.Phone Chain information form8.Medical Consent / Authorization form9.Medical release/ treatment form10.BIOS Contract11.BIOS Drug –free zone form12.BIOS Snorkel Waiver Form13.Check for $700. Made payable to HBMS. Not required for now but as soon as possiblePermission for scuba classesAttached 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,…
1.Application Form2.Essay – why should I be chosen to go on this trip?3.Permission form4.Letters of recommendation (2)5.Contract6.Photo release form7.Phone Chain information form8.Medical Consent / Authorization form9.Medical release/ treatment form10.BIOS Contract11.BIOS Drug –free zone form12.BIOS Snorkel Waiver Form13.Check for $700. Made payable to HBMS. Not required for now but as soon as possiblePermission for scuba classesAttached 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 after school
sessions Students should try to attend all
fundrasing Student must take part in both
scuba/snorkel classes –March 8 and 22 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Student continues to demonstrate positive behaviors up to trip departure
Student must maintain C’s in all classes Students must maintain good conduct
record
Students must attend all after school sessions
Students should try to attend all fundrasing
Student must take part in both scuba/snorkel classes –March 8 and 22 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Student continues to demonstrate positive behaviors up to trip departure
Student must maintain C’s in all classes Students must maintain good conduct
record
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 11/2 and 2/22
Possible Flatbread/Wendy’s fundraiser
CFL sale Parent input/thoughts/ideas?
Applebees Pancake Breakfast 11/2 and 2/22
Possible Flatbread/Wendy’s fundraiser
CFL sale Parent input/thoughts/ideas?
Bermuda TimelineBermuda Timeline Due date for applications – 10/1/14 Due date for first payment - $700 – 10/1/14 Applebee’s first breakfast – 11/2/14 Due date for second payment - $700 – 11/29/14 Passport copies due to Bogen – January 2, 2015 Dates for in school group lunch work – TBA – starting in January Third and final payment due - $600 – 2/1/15 Final physical information due – allergies, asthma, meds… -
2/1/15 Applebees second breakfast 2/22/15 Dates for Snorkel classes at the YMCA in Torrington 3/8/15 and
3/22/15 Leave for Bermuda from HBMS by bus 4/20/15 – 5:00 am Research project due for presentation 4/24/15 ( in Bermuda!) Return home 4/25/15 approximately 8 p.m. Notebooks due – 4/30/15 but can give to me on flight home if
done.
Due date for applications – 10/1/14 Due date for first payment - $700 – 10/1/14 Applebee’s first breakfast – 11/2/14 Due date for second payment - $700 – 11/29/14 Passport copies due to Bogen – January 2, 2015 Dates for in school group lunch work – TBA – starting in January Third and final payment due - $600 – 2/1/15 Final physical information due – allergies, asthma, meds… -
2/1/15 Applebees second breakfast 2/22/15 Dates for Snorkel classes at the YMCA in Torrington 3/8/15 and
3/22/15 Leave for Bermuda from HBMS by bus 4/20/15 – 5:00 am Research project due for presentation 4/24/15 ( in Bermuda!) Return home 4/25/15 approximately 8 p.m. Notebooks due – 4/30/15 but can give to me on flight home if
done.
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. 7552 [email protected]
Kris Ingvertsen, Rm. 216 Ext. 7216
Peter Bogen Ext. 7552 [email protected]
Kris Ingvertsen, Rm. 216 Ext. 7216