In this episode, Mark Zockoll and Matthew George discuss the importance and value of recurring field trips in education. They explore the mission and ethical considerations of taking students off-campus, the logistical planning involved, and the impact these trips have on student engagement and excitement. The conversation also touches on the cultural exposure that students gain from these experiences and concludes with a spotlight on a Christian school administrator making a difference in their community. Jimmy Fitt of Doris Todd Christian Academy on Maui is this episode's Christian Administrator Spotlight!

TAKEAWAYS

• Recurring field trips provide consistent experiences for students.
• Field trips can enhance the holistic education of students.
• Planning and logistics are crucial for successful field trips.
• Students often look forward to annual trips based on past experiences.
• Missionally, schools should balance educational and service trips.
• Parents appreciate knowing what trips are planned each year.
• Field trips can help develop good citizenship in students.
• Cultural exposure is an important aspect of field trips.
• Recurring trips allow for better logistical planning and execution.
• Engagement from students can lead to excitement for future trips.

• Exploring the Value of Recurring Field Trips
• Field Trips: A Mission-Driven Approach

SOUND BYTES

• "We want to create good citizens."
• "We can prepare ourselves for that."
• "Students will come back excited."

CHAPTERS

00:00 The Value of Recurring Field Trips

05:58 Mission and Ethics in Field Trips

10:54 Planning and Consistency in Field Trips

17:01 Navigating Field Trips: Tips and Tricks

19:37 The Value of Recurring Field Trips

23:58 Cultural Exposure Through Field Trips

27:18 The Importance of Diverse Learning Experiences

31:26 Celebrating Community and Leadership in Education

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