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International Trips Handbook 2017.2018

TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 3 PAGE 4 PAGE 5 PAGE 6 PAGE 7 PAGE 9 PAGE 10 PAGE 13 PAGE 16 Mission Vision Internationalism at Stratford Hall Pluralism at Stratford Hall IB Mission Statement Goals of the International Trips Program Registration and Payment Procedure Roles and Responsibilites Risk Management Summer 2017 Trip Fall 2017 Trips Spring 2018 Trips Trips Overview

WHO WE ARE Our Mission Stratford Hall educates students to the highest global standards, through the programmes of the International Baccalaureate. Excellence and confidence are developed through a challenging academic curriculum with further emphasis on creativity, action and service. We foster a strong pluralistic community built on integrity and respect. Our Vision Stratford Hall strives to be a global leader in the International Baccalaureate community. Our students will gain a deep understanding of the world around them, and they will act on their connections to the outside community. They will excel to the best of their abilities, and graduates will be equipped to achieve their chosen goals. This is accomplished by acquiring and retaining the best teachers, and by a commitment to a balanced and enriched curriculum. The success of Stratford Hall is deeply rooted in the establishment of a supportive, knowledgeable and committed community. Internationalism at Stratford Hall At Stratford Hall, we agree that global citizenship is an integral part of education. To be a global citizen is to understand and promote basic human rights, to know the nature of our physical and social world, and to be aware that our actions impact others and the planet. This goal is best accomplished by knowing ourselves and knowing our place in the world through the cultural backgrounds of all members of our community. Through this knowledge, we strive for a level of empathy that will direct our actions. Pluralism At Stratford Hall Stratford Hall endeavors to be a pluralistic community that goes beyond just being diverse, instead taking our diversity and doing something with it. Beyond tolerance and acknowledgement lies pluralism; a place where we not only live around people of different cultures, but also actively learn from, appreciate, and incorporate their different communities, beliefs, and histories into our everyday lives and understandings of the world around us. It is being open and accepting to ideas and cultures without necessarily losing your own beliefs in an attempt to foster a school culture and climate in which all community members feel safe, accepted and respected. International Baccalaureate Mission Statement The International Baccalaureate Organization aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end, the IBO works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right. 3

GOALS GOALS OF THE INTERNATIONAL TRIPS PROGRAM To foster global mindedness and intercultural understanding To foster personal growth To foster language development To be an extension of the classroom To provide unique and meaningful opportunities for service learning Please note: The safety and security of all destinations will be closely monitored prior to the date of departure to ensure the trip is within an acceptable level of risk tolerance for our Board of Governors. 4

REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT PROCEDURE Dates and Deadlines Submission of applications for all trips due Monday, May 8th, 2017 Successful applications chosen Monday, May 15th, 2017 a letter of acceptance will be emailed to students and parents First payment of $2000 due to secure a spot Tuesday, May 23rd, 2017 Second payment due Friday, September 29th, 2017 second payment will reflect the remaining balance particular to each trip Student application forms are to be submitted to Ms. Halani (MYP) or Ms. Vanstone (DP). All payments are to be paid by cheque to Stratford Hall School with a memo indicating the particular trip. All trips have a maximum number of student participants. Acceptance on a trip is dependent upon a student s suitability, their positive involvement in their learning experiences while at Stratford Hall, and timely submission of the application form. *For any registration communications, or if you have any questions, please email our International Trips Coordinators, Michael McGuire (michael.mcguire@stratfordhall.ca) or Vanessa Tam (vanessa.tam@stratfordhall.ca). WITHDRAWL AND REFUNDS ALL INSTALLMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. With this in mind, your careful consideration of family vacations and finances is necessary before applying for a trip. Trip fees and airline fares are based on the number of students, therefore your commitment to a trip is necessary for planning. Refunds on installments will be made ONLY if a trip is cancelled completely or other extraneous circumstances arise. Refunds then will be situation specific. IMMUNIZATIONS Some trip locations require certain immunizations. Specific information for immunization for these trips will be found in individual trip packages later in the year. The immunization cost and timing is the responsibility of the parents. Travel Clinics can be found throughout Vancouver. No vaccinations are required for Costa Rica. Proof of immunizations is necessary to enter Kenya (Hep A/B, Yellow Fever, Tetanus) We recommend vaccinations be completed in January 2018. 5

ROLES ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinator in International Programming Michael McGuire Coordinator of International Trips Vanessa Tam Trip Chaperones (2 teachers on each trip) Program vision, forging new partnerships and mentoring trip leader Oversee Kipevu Primary School Projects Coordinator of Risk Management Communications, recruitment and registration Coordinating pre-trip logistics (finance, flight/tour bookings, visas) Supporting trip supervisors in trip planning Point of contact for general inquiries Developing communication materials and trip handbooks Host trip meetings and prepare students for travel Manage pre/post-trip activities, paperwork and consent forms Communication with service providers Point of contact for individual trip details Students Attend all trip meetings and pay attention to school announcements Relay communication to parents Language practice and trip preparation Following rules/expectations set out prior to trip Uphold Stratford Hall Student Code of Conduct Parents Look for weekly announcements and emails about trip updates Attend general and individual trip info sessions Support child in preparations Make installment payments on time 6

RISK MANAGEMENT RISK MANAGEMENT Supervision Service Providers Accommodation Ground Transportation Homestays Informed Consent The number of supervisors (Stratford Hall teachers) depends on the nature of the trip, the number and qualifications of guides and hosts, the age of the students and the number of participants. In all cases there will be at least two Stratford Hall staff assigned to any international trip, and they will be responsible for all supervision. Where possible, one of the supervising teachers will have participated in the trip previously. The cost for the supervising teachers is included in the overall trip cost. All international trips are approved by the Board of Governors. All service providers carry adequate insurance and have been vetted by the international trips planning committee and school administration. They have experience in hosting groups of high school students and are well-reputed in the educational tour industry in Vancouver. Accommodation types range depending on the trip: from homestays, hotels, 2 star hostels, school facilities, to rustic cabin style accommodation. All accommodations maintain a high standard of cleanliness and comfort for students. Separation of boys and girls is strictly enforced. Ground transportation is organized by tour providers using well-reputed chartered buses and drivers in combination with public transportation. Homestay families are screened, in advance, by tour providers and are provided with a list of expectations, guidelines and rules related to hosting a Canadian student. Oftentimes, the host-families work regularly with the same tour provider each year to establish trust and forge relationships over the long-term. Families must sign a homestay contract that outlines parameters, rules, and guidelines for hosting an international student. Each trip handbook contains a comprehensive informed consent form which details all of the potential risks of any activities students are engaging while on an international trip. Families always have the option to opt out of certain activities, particularly those relating to adventure travel activities such as zip lining or surfing etc. 7

RISK MANAGEMENT Student Preparation Communication Systems Emergency Medical Services Staff Training Best Practices and Standards Trip groups will meet regularly with individual trip coordinators in the months and weeks leading up to the trip. During this time, the coordinators will discuss the itinerary in detail and provide comprehensive packing lists to ensure students have adequate clothing and equipment to be safe and comfortable in the environments they are travelling. Students will get sufficient notice for any immunizations or visas that are necessary for travel to the country. Parents will be provided with a list of contact numbers so that students can be reached in a case of emergency. Teacher chaperones will carry a list of up-to-date emergency contacts for each student in a case where we must contact parents/guardians during travel. Each tour provider must supply the school with a safety plan that details access to first aid and Emergency medical services in the country of travel. Before chaperoning a trip, staff must read the International Trips Teacher Manual and attend regular meetings with the Risk Management coordinator to highlight the risks associated with international travel with high school students and learn the lines of communication in place in the case of emergency. Stratford Hall adheres to the best practices and follows guidelines outlined by the ISABC. Additionally, we comply with standards of St. John s Ambulance, The Canadian Red Cross and Country Travel Advice and Advisories from the Government of Canada. 8

SUMMER 2017 TRIP DUKE OF EDINBURGH EXPEDITIONS JULY/ AUGUST 2017 GRADES 10, 11 AND 12 Vancouver Outdoor School is working with Stratford Hall in offering expeditions to Grade 10 to 12 students as an extension to the Stratford s OEE program. There are numerous expeditions offered such as canoeing, kayaking, and hiking in the southern BC area. These opportunities are specifically designed as qualifying expeditions for the silver and gold level Duke of Edinburgh Award. Vancouver Outdoor School is operated by Jeff Willis and adheres to required insurance and safety practices expected by Stratford Hall. This organization also runs our Yukon Sky expedition on alternating years. Specific trip details, cost, and dates are available on the Vancouver Outdoor School website (http://vancouveroutdoorschool.com/). All correspondence by parents/ students is to be done directly to through their website. 9

FALL 2017 TRIPS JAPAN NOVEMBER 9-18, 2017 GRADES 8 AND 9 Trip Overview This cultural exchange experience in Japan was born from a 5 year long partnership between Stratford Hall and the Tamagawa Academy. Each year a group of Japanese students from Tamagawa take up residence at their 80 acre campus in Nanaimo. Our students participate in an Environmental Summit with the Tamagawa students in Nanaimo in October followed by hosting the Japanese students in Vancouver for 3 days. Our students will also have the opportunity to visit these same students in Japan. This program includes a 5 day language and cultural immersion where students live with local Japanese families and attend school activities at Tamagawa Academy. This is followed by 3 days of sightseeing in and around Tokyo City and Kyoto, where students will get to experience the vibrant urban rural landscapes of Japan. Proposed Itinerary (subject to change) Day 1 Departure from Vancouver International Airport. Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Days 5 & 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Arrival to Japan Narita Airport. Transportation to hotel by chartered coach. Breakfast at hotel and meeting ceremony with host families. Travel to homestay family home. Activity with homestay family. Breakfast with homestay family. Activities at Tamagawa Academy. Traditional packed lunch from homestay family. Return to homestay for dinner and evening activities. Breakfast with homestay families, farewell ceremony at Tamagawa Academy. Travel via bullet train to Kyoto. Sightseeing around Kyoto, overnight at a traditional Japanese hotel, traditional dinner at hotel. Breakfast at hotel. Sightseeing around Kyoto. Breakfast at hotel. Sightseeing around Kyoto. Bullet train back to Tokyo. Overnight in local Tokyo hotel. Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing around Tokyo. Depart for the Narita airport. Lodging: Local Japanese hotels in Tokyo and Kyoto, homestay families Food: Homestay family breakfast, lunch, dinner, traditional Japanese restaurants in Tokyo Transportation: Chartered coach Tour Provider: Top Tours 10

FALL 2017 TRIPS NEW YORK NOVEMBER 13-18, 2017 GRADES 11 AND 12 Trip Overview This trip is an engaging, cultural exploration of world class New York City. The main focus of the trip is Theatre, which include various live performances as well as learning about theatre history. True to New York, the common theme of this trip is the unique architecture, cosmopolitan vibe, natural beauty, and most excellent food. The trip is designed to connect authentic learning experience directly with the assessment objectives of the DP Theatre and DP Visual Arts courses. Students will select either the Theatre track (Th) or Visual Arts track (VA). Lodging: Local hotels Food: Local cuisine with visits to famous restaurants and cafés Transportation: Subways and local transportation systems; walking tours Tour Provider: STS Tours (www.ststours.ca) Proposed Itinerary (subject to change) Day 1 Welcome to the Big Apple! Walking Tour of Broadway and Times Square (All); Evening Broadway Show (All) Day 2 Deep Arts Acting Workshop; Explore Chelsea; Evening performance (Th) Visit Gallery Row - many smaller galleries in Brooklyn (VA) Day 3 Hell s Kitchen Explore Hell s Kitchen Neighbourhood (All); Matinee (Th); Evening performance (All); Visit MoMA; Explore 5th Avenue and Midtown (VA) Day 4 Brooklyn Visit the old neighbourhoods of Boerum Hill and Park Slope in Brooklyn; Hip Hop Tour and boutique shopping (All); Evening performance (All) Days 5 Universities and Greenwich Village Visit Post Secondary Schools, NYU; Explore Soho (All); Evening performance (Th); Visit Guggenheim (VA) Day 6 Reflect in Central Park Central Park and Julliard Conservatory Exploration; Departure for JFK Airport 11

FALL 2017 TRIPS EASTERN CANADA UNIVERSITY TOURS NOVEMBER 13-17, 2017 GRADES 10, 11 AND 12 Trip Overview A new tour offered this year is a university tour of the main universities in Ontario and Québec. It is a 4 day all-inclusive tour featuring coach transportation, hotels and meals, and fully guided tours of 7 major universities. Additionally, we will have the opportunity to visit local points of interest in both Montreal and Toronto. Proposed Itinerary (subject to change) Day 1 Depart Vancouver for Montreal. Guided tour and visit to McGill University. Evening tour of the city and hotel downtown. Day 2 Board bus for visit to Queen s University in Kingston, Ontario. Travel to Toronto this evening for tour of city tourist areas and then hotel accommodations. Day 3 Board bus for visit to Queen s University in Kingston, Ontario. Travel to Toronto this evening for tour of city tourist areas and then hotel accommodations. Day 4 Bus to Waterloo and London area for tours of University of Waterloo and University of Western Ontario. Day 5 Self-guided tour of McMaster s University. Board bus to return to Toronto and prepare for flight back to Vancouver. Lodging: Local hotels Food: Local cuisine Transportation: Private Coach Tour Provider: Evolve Tours (https://evolvetours.com/) 12

SPRING 2018 TRIPS OTTAWA, MONTREAL, QUEBEC MARCH 17-24, 2018 GRADES 7 AND 8 Trip Overview This trip is an amazing opportunity for students to see Eastern Canada at its best! With guided tours of some of the most important and significant buildings and monuments in Canada, the students will be able to not only learn about Canadian history and how the nation is governed today, but come away with a rich understanding and appreciation of our history. Lodging: Local hotels Food: Local cuisine Transportation: Chartered Coach Tour Provider: Georgia Hardy Tours (http://www.ghardytours.com/) Proposed Itinerary (subject to change) Day 1 Departure from Vancouver International Airport. Arrive in Montreal early evening, transfer by coach to hotel in Old Montreal. Walk to Vieux Port for steakhouse dinner. Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Days 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Montreal: hotel breakfast, guided tour of Old Montreal, City Hall, Place D Armes, tour Notre- Dame Basilica, free afternoon exploration, Montreal Biodome at Olympic Park, evening of bowling at Montreal Forum. Montreal: Breakfast at hotel, private coach to Sucrerie de la Montagne (Designated Quebec Heritage Site, authentic sugar shack), guided tour of McGill University, Museum of Archaeology and History, dinner at local restaurant and IMAX movie at Montreal Science Centre. Montreal-Quebec City: Hotel breakfast, charter bus to Québec City, hotel check in, guided walking tour of Old Québec, local dinner. Quebec City: Hotel breakfast, exploration of La Citadelle the Ramparts and Plains of Abraham, visit to Musee National des Beaus-Arts du Québec, leisure time in the afternoon, local dinner and Cineplex movie. Quebec City-Ottawa: Hotel breakfast, private coach to Ottawa, hotel check in, guided Parliament tour, early dinner at Zak s Diner, Ghosts and Gallows Haunted Walk and Jail tour. Ottawa: Breakfast at hotel, guided tours of Canadian War Museum, visit to Supreme Court of Canada, dinner at Tucker s Marketplace in the Byward Market and evening skating on Rideau Canal (weather permitting). Ottawa-Vancouver: Breakfast at hotel, self-guided tour of National Gallery, afternoon of relaxing and shopping in Rideau Shopping Centre, evening flight to Vancouver. 13

SPRING 2018 TRIPS COSTA RICA MARCH 18-28, 2018 GRADES 9 AND 10 Trip Overview This trip has been designed to provide students with a variety of experiences to allow exploration of the unique ecology, geography and culture of the country. Students will be immersed in a hands-on interdisciplinary program with a focus on tropical environments, biological diversity, and current issues in conservation. A homestay experience is included in this trip and will help in developing a global perspective. Proposed Itinerary (subject to change) Day 1 Flight from Vancouver YVR to San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport. Transfer to hotel. Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Days 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Travel from San Jose to Monteverde, Terra Viva farm bed and breakfast. Selva Tura Canopy zipline or canopy bridge walk tour through a cloud forest. Overnight at Terra Viva farm. Travel from Monteverde to the San Gerardo Biological Station in the Children s International Rainforest. Hike into biological reserve. Enjoy vistas of Mt. Arenal Volcano followed by a night hike in the tropical forest. Explore the flora and fauna of San Gerardo. Tropical forest scavenger hunt. Arrival of students from San Luis for cultural and language exchange. Social time in evening with Costa Rican students. Travel from San Gerardo to homestay families in the San Luis valley. Evening and overnight at homestay family. Day activities with homestay family. Late afternoon gathering at local community Center. Dinner and social time and overnight at homestay. Bus and ferry transportation from San Luis to the Cabo Blanco Absolute reserve on the pacific coast of the Nicoya peninsula. Hike into coastal biological station. Arrival of local students from nearby town of Cobano. Service activity followed by social time with local students. Snorkeling in nearshore lagoon. Ecological field study. Evening bonfire. Hike from San Miguel to nearby surf town of Malpais. Check into Malpais Surf Camp accommodations. Morning surf lessons (or optional boat excursion) followed by pool party. After dinner social time. Bus travel from Malpais to San Jose. Check into hotel in San Jose. Transfer to airport for departure to Vancouver. Lodging: While at biological stations, students will sleep in rustic but comfortable cabin-style dorms with running water, showers and flush toilets. At homestays, students in pairs will get their own room in a traditional rural Costa Rican home. Food: Traditional Costa Rican food, base of rice, beans, vegetables, and protein. Transportation: Chartered bus, hike. Tour Provider: Georgia Hardy Tours (http://www.ghardytours.com/) 14

SPRING 2018 TRIPS KENYA MARCH 16-29, 2018 GRADES 10 AND 11 Trip Overview The Kenya experience is an excellent opportunity to develop international mindedness. This trip was initiated by our connection to the Kipevu Primary School. We have assisted in educational development and infrastructure improvements of this school for 10 years now and have sent groups to visit since 2011. This trip is organized to give students three significant experiences: reside at the Aga Khan Academy in Mombasa (AKAM) and share CAS opportunities with the IB students there, engage in service work and share a week with the Kipevu Primary School students, and finally, experience a three day safari. Visits to the old town of Mombasa and nearby beaches will take place during the weekend. This trip qualifies students to earn their residential program component of the Gold Level in the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Lodging: Dorms at the AKAM; three to four star lodges. Food: Traditional Kenyan food; Western food on safari. Transportation: Hired drivers with small buses or vans. Trained safari driver. Tour Provider: My Kenya Safari with Hemed Mukui Proposed Itinerary (subject to change) Day 1 Departure from Vancouver International Airport. Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Days 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 In transit. Arrival to Mombasa International Airport. Transportation to the Aga Khan Academy (AKAM) for check in and then orientation of the Academy. Rest from journey and then discussion of first impressions, safety and health, and of our work ahead. Breakfast at AKAM and meet with host students. Travel to Kipevu for welcome activities and orientation. Lunch at Kipevu, begin service work project, dinner at AKAM. Debrief. Breakfast at AKAM and meet with host students. Travel to Kipevu for service work project. Lunch at Kipevu, dinner at AKAM. Debrief. Breakfast at AKAM and meet with host students. Travel to Kipevu for half day and then shadow AKAM students in the afternoon at the Academy. Full day at Aga Khan Academy (AKAM). Visit to Jipe Moyo Nursey School in the country side. Visit to KenCada International Academy and local beaches. Safari Day 1 - Tsavo East. Safari lodge accommodations. Safari Day 2 - Amboseli Park. Safari lodge accommodations. Safari Day 3 - Breakfast at safari lodge then a half day of safari as we depart the park. Departure from park in afternoon and drive to Nairobi. Check into hotel to freshen up, dinner, then drive to airport for our return. Arrival in Vancouver. 15

TRIPS OVERVIEW Stratford Hall 2017-2018: International Programs Overview July/ August 2017 Trip Overview Who is Eligible? Tentative Dates Estimated Cost and Payment* Local BC trips: Mountain hikes, ocean kayaking, etc. Exploration: Duke of Edinburgh Gold/Silver expedition Tour provider: Jeff Willis, Vancouver Outdoor School Grades 10, 11 & 12 Through July and August Website: http:// vancouveroutdoorschool. com/ Approximately $500 - $1000 Full payment due upon registration. To Register Complete SH student application form. Further information will be provided regarding connection with the Vancouver Outdoor School. Successful applicants will submit all payments to service provider. * Final trip costs will depend on the number of students attending the trip and exchange rates at the time of booking. November Break 2017 Trip Overview Who is Eligible? Tentative Dates Estimated Cost and Payment* JAPAN Grades November 9-18, 2017 8 & 9 Location: Tokyo, Kyoto and surrounding areas Lodging: Homestay families, hotels Exploration: Culture, language and IB exchange Tour providers: TopTour, Tamagawa IB Academy, Stratford Hall Limit of 20 students *Visit to Nanaimo for Environmental Summit October 30-31, 2017 Approximately $3,300 (cost based on 10 students). * Final trip costs will depend on the number of students attending the trip and exchange rates at the time of booking. 16

TRIPS OVERVIEW Stratford Hall 2017-2018: International Programs Overview November Break 2017 Trip Overview Who is Eligible? Tentative Dates Estimated Cost and Payment* NEW YORK Grades 11 & 12 November 13-18, 2017 Approximately $3,450 - $3,750 (cost based on 12-16 students). Lodging: Local hotels Activities: Broadway shows, drama workshops, theatre tours, art museums, unique restaurants Limit of 16 students Tour Provider: STS Tours * Final trip costs will depend on the number of students attending the trip and exchange rates at the time of booking. November Break 2017 Trip Overview Who is Eligible? Tentative Dates Estimated Cost and Payment* EASTERN CANADA UNIVERSITY TOUR Grades 10, 11, & 12 November 13-17, 2017 Approximately $2,200 - $2,500 (cost based on 7-10 students). Location: Ontario and Quebec Lodging: Montreal and Toronto Limit of 16 students University Visits: McGill, Queen s, University of Toronto, Ryerson, University of Western Ontario, Waterloo, McMaster s Tour Provider: Evolve Tours * Final trip costs will depend on the number of students attending the trip and exchange rates at the time of booking. 17

TRIPS OVERVIEW Stratford Hall 2017-2018: International Programs Overview MARCH BREAK 2018 Trip Overview Who is Eligible? Tentative Dates Estimated Cost and Payment* OTTAWA, MONTREAL, QUEBEC Grades 7 & 8 March 17-24, 2018 Approximately $2,795 (cost based on 16 students). Location: Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa Lodging: Hotel Limit of 16 students Exploration: Urban cultural and IB school language exchange Tour Provider: Georgia Hardy Tours * Final trip costs will depend on the number of students attending the trip and exchange rates at the time of booking. MARCH BREAK 2018 Trip Overview Who is Eligible? Tentative Dates Estimated Cost and Payment* COSTA RICA Grades 9 & 10 March 18-28, 2018 Approximately $3,700 (cost based on 16 students). Location: Monteverde and the Nicoya Peninsula Lodging: 3-day homestay, 7-day biological reserve cabins Service Learning: Environmental stewardship Exploration: Language, cultural exchange, ecological studies, surfing, hiking, zip-lining. Tour Provider: Georgia Hardy Tours Limit of 16 students * Final trip costs will depend on the number of students attending the trip and exchange rates at the time of booking. 18

TRIPS OVERVIEW Stratford Hall 2017-2018: International Programs Overview MARCH BREAK 2018 Trip Overview Who is Eligible? Tentative Dates Estimated Cost and Payment* KENYA Grades 10 & 11 March 16-29, 2018 Approximately $6,000 (cost based on 9-12 students). Location: Mombasa and rural Kenya Lodging: Aga Khan Academy and safari lodges Limit of 12 students Service Learning: Kipevu Primary School, KenCada Academy, Nuru Orphanage Exploration: Cultural experience and safari Tour Providers: Stratford Hall, Aga Khan Academy and Hemed Mukui * Final trip costs will depend on the number of students attending the trip and exchange rates at the time of booking. 19

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