World Religions
COURSE OVERVIEW
New York City is home to a diverse population that represents many of the world’s religions. You will see firsthand how the city is bustling with different traditions and beliefs. You will learn directly from New Yorkers about life in a multicultural and multi-faith city. Visits to the United Nations and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will challenge students to think critically about how religious affairs impact international policy.
Evenings will be full of unparalleled entertainment, including dinner and jazz at the famed Cotton Club, a live performance at the legendary Apollo Theater, and a trip to the Empire State Building’s Observation Deck.
ACTIVITIES
Here are some of the exciting experiences included in the program.
BROADWAY
SHOW
No trip to NYC is complete without a spectacular Broadway performance!
CATHEDRAL OF SAINT JOHN THE DIVINE
Visit the world’s sixth largest church building.
MUSEUM OF JEWISH HERITAGE
Learn about Jewish history in North America and worldwide.
HINDU TEMPLE SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA
Travel to the Ganesh Temple for a lesson on Hinduism.
UNITED NATIONS
Students visit the UN Headquarters focusing on tolerance and peacekeeping.
MANDATORY DATES
February 8
11:00 am - 3:00 pmOnline Orientation
Parents, students and teachers meet in the afternoon to review travel expectations and the itinerary.
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 & 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 – 15
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 – 15
Toronto Departure
$2,890.00
World Religions & Belief Traditions
Grade 11 (HRT3M)
HRE2O or English, Grade 10
March 9 – 15
Ottawa Departure
$2,890.00
World Religions & Belief Traditions Grade 11 (HRT3M)
HRE2O or English, Grade 10
March 9 – 15
Ottawa Departure (French)
$2,890.00
World Religions & Belief Traditions Grade 11 (HRT3M)
HRE2O or English, Grade 10
March 9 – 15
Toronto or Ottawa Departure
$2,890.00
Grade 11 Communications Technology (TGP3M, TGV3m or TGJ3m) We will also accept AWQ3M
Program Fees
Program Fee
All-Inclusive Price $2,890.00
Deposit Schedule: 1st payment due upon registration, 2nd payment due February 3, 2025
Insurance
(as required by our education partner)
Premium Travel Protection Package $185.00
Registration Deadline
The program may be filled before the deadline of February 1, 2025.
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.
