Researching the history of the Amazon Rainforest.

Packing List for Peru.

Researching the Amazon Rainforest animals.

Students beginning their animal research.

Links to where we are going:

https://www.facebook.com/WildYarapa

http://wildyarapa.com

Schedule of Morning Classes

 Charles O. Dewey Middle School 136

                                                                4004 4^TH Avenue

Brooklyn, New York 11232

Phone: (718) 840-1950    Fax: (718) 840-1955

Eric Sackler, Principal                                         Sarah Monteleone, Asst. Principal

                                                                                             Humberto Perdomo, Asst. Principal

_{Dear Parents,}

            _{Congratulations to the finalists who have been chosen to attend this year’s Leadership Exploratory Adventure trip to Iquitos, Peru.  Below you will find the schedule for the mandatory classes they will need to attend.  Students who are alternates are also required to attend in case an opportunity opens up for them.}

_{Then mandatory classes will be held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 7am-7:50am.  Please follow the schedule below:}

_{December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18,}

_{January 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22,}

_{February 3, 4, 5}

_{**February 24, 25, 26 and March 3, 4 (After the trip to prepare a presentation for Science Night)**}

_{Parents, we understand that it may be difficult for your children to make it everyday at 7am.  Please be aware that attendance and punctuality are important.  An alternate will take your child’s place if your child is consistently absent or late.  They will be expected to complete all of the assignments given to them in order to prepare them for the trip.} 

_{March 5th, 2015 between 4-6pm will be Science Night.  Parents are invited to attend to see their child’s work from Peru.}

_{Thank you for your cooperation.}

_Sincerely,

_{Eric Sackler, Principal}

Congratulations to the students chosen to attend!

Peru Application Letter

Charles O. Dewey Middle School 136

4004 4TH AVENUE

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11232

Phone: (718) 840-1950 Fax: (718) 840-1955

  Eric Sackler, Principal                          Sarah Monteleone, Asst. Principal

Humberto Perdomo, Asst. Principal

Dear Students,

        We are proud to announce that Charles O. Dewey Middle School will be taking this year’s Leadership Exploratory Adventure to Iquitos, Peru. While last year’s excursion to Mexico was an overwhelming success we feel that this year’s trip will be an even more rewarding experience for our children.   In this year’s trip, we will:

• Investigate the animal and plant life, geography and culture of the Amazon Rainforest  
• Work with children in a local village
• Engage in rainforest hikes and exploring local plants and animals.  
• Experience the medicinal plants of the rainforest,
• Learn native customs and craft making
• Visit with a local Shaman.
• ..And so much more

Below you may find the basic information in relation to our trip.

Dates of Trip: Thursday, February 12th - Friday, February 20th (TENTATIVE)

Cost: Free to chosen students (transportation, vaccinations, activities, food and lodging)

Staff: Mr. Sackler, Mrs. Factor, Mr. Perdomo, Mrs. Rodriguez, Mrs. Smith, and Mr. Stafiej

# of Students: 24 chosen

If you are interesting in joining us on this once in a lifetime opportunity you must submit an application by Thursday, October 30th to Mr. Sackler.   Students will be required to have the recommended vaccinations, permission slips, travel letters and documents to participate.

To apply you must write an essay including the following information:

1. Why should we choose you? What would your teachers and fellow students say about you that makes you perfect for this trip?
2. What leadership skills or unique qualities do you have that will contribute to success of this trip?
3. Why are you interested in exploring the Amazon Rainforest and Peru? Give at least 3 specific reasons why.

Your essay must be legible. You must put your full name, class and date at the top.

All student essays will be reviewed. There will follow at least one interview with the staff members chaperoning the trip and interviews with your teachers. Semi-finalists will be required to participate in a group project between 7 and 8 AM.

There will be a mandatory meeting on Thursday, October 23rd at 5:00 PM for those students and parents who are interested in participating in this trip.  Additional details will be discussed at that time. If you have any questions, feel free to ask any of the staff listed above.  If you don’t try you will never know if you might have been chosen. You might be surprised.  Be Proactive and turn in your essays as soon as possible!

Sincerely,

 

Eric Sackler, Principal