We need reliable, energetic chaperones to join us on Friday’s field trip to Lava Beds National Monument! This trip is so great that students do it twice–both in 4th and 5th grade. During odd years, students study the geology of the area–rocks, volcanoes, lava tubes, et al. (They study Native American history during even years).

On Friday, students will be descending with their groups into a variety of pitch black caves. Ideally, these groups should be around 6 students, but right now we have only enough chaperones to have groups of 10 to 12. If you’re able and willing, please email us ASAP! Thanks.

Students will need sturdy shoes, layered clothing, a flashlight, and a bike helmet in order to attend. That means not flip flops or sandals, gym shorts, or skirts. The bike helmet is an absolute requirement. Students also need a sack lunch, a full water bottle, and snacks for the bus. It’s supposed to be hot over there this week, but the caves themselves are a consistent 42 degrees. Permission slips for the trip went home a week ago and are due Wednesday at the latest. If you need a new one, please download and print from here.

If you have any questions, please contact us at mack.lewis@district6.org or charles.hadley@district6.org.