CUSTOM TRIPS FOR EDUCATORS AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
PRE & POST-TRAVEL TRAINING PROGRAM
We have collaborated with WE GO that works with volunteers around the country. The organization's vision is to prepare global citizens for international travel.
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The transformation begins with preparation. We offer a customizable travel preparation program focused on
enlightening, engaging, and educating the students to ensure a successful and impactful experience.
WE GO has developed a program for local students to learn about the following:
• The impact of local and international volunteering
• Understanding and sharing your natural talents
• Understanding and developing global communities
• Understanding the Jamaican community and culture
• Global travel and requirements (including actually applying for a US passport)
Upon returning, the students will have a global point of view to shape their local reality. They become WE GO Ambassadors—advocates who broaden the local vantage point for improved relations and advancements in their community. We set up a post-trip session focused on reflecting on their experience and setting a pathway to activating initiatives in their community.
High School Program Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Norman Manley International Airport
Met at the airport by bus
Meals
Arrive at Carleva Bay
Check into rooms
*Depending on arrival time Patwa Lessons (Jamaican dialogue)
Day 2
7:30 am breakfast
9:00-3:00 Service project at partnering school (Lunch)
6:00 pm Dinner
* 7:00 pm Patwa Lessons (Jamaican dialogue)
Reflection
Day 3
7:30 am breakfast
9:00-3:00 Service project at partnering school (Lunch)
Media event (publicized in the local paper)
Dinner
Reflections
Day 4
7:30 am breakfast
9:00-3:00 Service project at partnering school (Lunch)
3:00pm-6:00pm tour surrounding area
Dinner
Reflections
Day 5
7:30 am breakfast
12:00 pm Kingston Tour and dinner
National Gallery
Bob Marley Museum
Dinner: Pizza Hut, Sovereign Center, or Jamaican owned restaurant
Reflection
Day 6
Early Breakfast
7:30 am Leave for Charles Town (Portland) Maroon Community Tour
Drumming/Dance, Museum
12:00 Lunch
4:30 pm Depart Portland and return to residence (around 7:30)
8:00 pm Dinner
9:00 pm reflection
Day 7
7:30 am breakfast
9:00-3:00 Service project at Lysson’s Center for Excellence (Lunch)
8:00 pm Film and reflection
Day 8
7:30 am breakfast
9:00 am Leave for Reach falls & swimming/lunch at Long Bay or Frenchman Cove
Day 9
Partnering school half-day 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Tour of University of West Indies
6:00 pm Dinner back at Carleva Bay
Dinner Celebration with community partners (Music, bonfire, etc)
Final group meeting/reflections
Packing for the return home
Day 10
Breakfast
Depart for airport
