Choosing the Right Chaperones

Choosing the Right Chaperones

“That sounds like fun. If you need a chaperone, let me know!” Knowing who to recruit or take up on their offer could have a huge impact on the overall tone of your trip. The right chaperones could make a trip run more smoothly than ever, and the wrong...
Protecting Your Student Group in Turbulent Times

Protecting Your Student Group in Turbulent Times

We live in a world in which both teachers and parents live in fear there will be some form of violence when children are either at school or on a class trip. Because school trips vary in the age of the student traveler, location of the trip and duration of travel,...
The Urban Classroom Dictionary: Social Media

The Urban Classroom Dictionary: Social Media

It’s a good idea to stay up-to-date with the sites where students might be communicating. Facebook is so “yesterday,” according to most youth. It’s where parents and grandparents hang out. Many young peoples’ profiles on social media...