Environmental Studies in the Dominican Republic
COURSE OVERVIEW
Head down to the warm island of the Dominican Republic and study environmental issues in a tropical paradise. Students will explore the terrain, from lush national parks to sandy beaches, while discussing the most pressing environmental issues.
Teachers team up with local experts to explain the many sustainability efforts of Dominican residents, such as the organic farming and farm-to-table production of Taino Farm. Our students will learn to be advocates for a greener world with a tree planting excursion, beach cleanup, and summative research project.
ACTIVITIES
Here are some of the exciting experiences included in the program.
TAINO ORGANIC
FARM
Learn about permaculture, aquaponics, and vermicomposting.
LAS CANAS
BEACH
Explore the mangrove forest, clean up the shoreline, and perform a waste audit.
MOUNT ISABEL
CABLE CAR
From 855 meters above the sea, students get a breathtaking view of Puerto Plata.
CHOCAL CHOCOLATE
FACTORY
See the process from cacao bean to delicious melty chocolate at this local farm & factory.
TREE PLANTING
Students contribute to a greener world by planting trees in El Choco National Park.
MANDATORY DATES
February 8
10:00 am - 3:00 pmOnline Orientation and First Class
Parents, students and teachers meet in the morning to review travel expectations and the itinerary. Teachers and students meet in the afternoon for their first class and to work on introductory assignments.
February 9 – 21
(approx. 10 hours)*in total to be completed at any convenient time of the student’s choice
Independent Learning Online
Students will work independently to complete and submit assignments. Teachers will be available to answer questions through the online platform.
February 22, March 1 and March 8
9:00 am – 3:30 pmPre-Trip Online Classes
Teachers and students will interact online as students participate in direct teaching, group activities, discussions and presentations.
March 9 – 16
Travel
Experience the course firsthand and make real-world applications.
March 22
9:00 am – 12:00 pmApril 5 (asynchronous)
Post-Trip Online Classes
Teachers are available to answer any questions during designated hours while students complete their summative assignments.
Prices and Dates
March 9 – 16
$3,790.00
Environmental Science
Grade 11, University/College (SVN3M)
March 9 – 16
$3,790.00
The Environment & Resource Management
Grade 12, University/College (CGR4M)
March 9 – 16
$3,790.00
Communication Technology Grade 12 University/college (TGJ4M)
What’s Included
Each program covers all essential costs and all excursions, whether educational or leisure. We believe that each group should share the same experience.
