CBA Permission Slip – Grades 6 & 7 Field Trip to Cypress Gardens on 11/14/2023

Dear parents of 6th and 7th grade students,

Your child’s class is going on a field trip! This is an excellent opportunity to further your child’s learning outside of the classroom.

On this trip, 6th-7th graders will be introduced to a prominent freshwater esosystem of South Carolina: the blackwater cypress swamp of Cypress Gardens! This self-guided tour of the swamp will include seeing the animals of the Swamparium, a walk around the trails, and a trip on the paddle boats across the swamp. A paper scavenger hunt will keep the students’ eyes peeled for swamp plants and animals all along the way.

ITINERARY

11:15 – eat lunch in class

11:35 – depart for Cypress Gardens

12:15 – arrive and begin 3 programs

1:45 – self guided walk tour

2:15 – depart Cypress Gardens

2:45 – arrive at CBA

Students should bring the following: a clearly labeled water bottle, a clearly labeled jacket, bug spray, sunscreen, and a name tag.

Inspiring world changers together,
Miss Ferguson

When?		Nov. 14
Time of Departure:		11:45
Time of Return:		2:45
Where?		Cypress Gardens

Transportation:		The students will use personal vehicles or school bus for transportation.
Cost?		TOTAL DUE: $6


COMPLETE THE INFORMATION BELOW. Payment should be made via Venmo @charlestonbilingualacademy prior to the day of the trip.

CBA Field Trip Permission Slip - Cypress Gardens - Grades 6-7 Nov 2023

Name of Student (Please complete a separate form for each student)(Required)

First Last

Name of Parent/Guardian 1(Required)

First Last

Parent/Guardian 1 Phone Number(Required)

Name of Parent/Guardian 2

First Last

Parent/Guardian 2 Phone Number

By checking this box, I affirm acknowledgement of the following trip details.(Required)

I agree

On this field study trip, 6th-7th graders will be introduced to a prominent freshwater esosystem of South Carolina: the blackwater cypress swamp of Cypress Gardens! This self-guided tour of the swamp will include seeing the animals of the Swamparium, a walk around the trails, and a trip on the paddle boats across the swamp! A paper scavenger hunt will keep the students' eyes peeled for plants and animals of swamp all along the way. ITINERARY 11:15 - eat lunch in class, 11:35 - depart for Cypress Gardens, 12:15 - arrive and begin self guided walking tour in groups 1:00 - begin self-guided boat tour 2:15 - depart for CBA, 2:45 -arrive at CBA

Parent/Guardian Permission (please select one):(Required)

My child WILL attend the field trip. I have submitted money for the cost of the trip noted above along with this form. I understand the benefits and risks associated with this trip. I understand the money is non-refundable as reservations will be made. I understand that my child should not bring any money with them as we will NOT be going to the gift shop.

My child will NOT attend the field trip. I recognize that I will keep my child at home on the date of the trip. I also understand my son/daughter will miss the valuable academic learning experience. He/she may also be given an assignment to work on at home so as to not miss out on learning.

Special circumstances, allergies, or concerns

By checking this box, I affirm that I have provided CBA with all parent/guardian contact information and any special conditions for my child (allergies, medical conditions, etc.). I also agree that I will keep all parent/guardian and all student information (including medical information) up-to-date in the Student database (FACTS).(Required)

I agree

By checking this box, I affirm that I have carefully read and signed the Field Trip Liability form for the 23 - 24 school year and agree to its terms knowingly and voluntarily. This consent and release submitted to CBA for this school year has been read and is understood by myself.(Required)

I agree

By checking this box, I affirm that I have carefully read and understood the information regarding this specific trip.(Required)

I agree

Emergency Contact Name OTHER than Parent/Guardian Contact (School will attempt to call parents first)(Required)

Relationship to student(Required)

Emergency Contact Phone Number OTHER than Parent/Guardian (School will attempt to call parents first)(Required)

I have submitted any payment due via Venmo to charlestonbilingualacademy.(Required)

I agree

I am the parent/legal guardian of the child named above.(Required)

I agree

Parent/Guardian Signature

Date