This is the information presented to parents regarding the Sullivan Heights Secondary Science trip to England, Spring 2014.

2. Introduction
 This travel opportunity is for those students with a
passion for science and a desire to learn about it in
a global context.
 This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is designed to
help students study science innovation: past,
present and future.
 Students will return home inspired and ready to be
passionate and collaborative 21st century innovators.

3. Benefits of Study Abroad
 Enriched understanding of the history and future of
science
 Expanded understanding of the world
 Competitive edge for university admissions
 Developing global exposure and awareness
 Creates independent, self-directed, life-long learners

4. Dates & Time
 Thursday March 13, 2014 (evening) – Sunday
March 23, 2014
 11 days, 9 nights in London, 1 overnight flight
 Could be +/- 1 day based on exact flights booked
 Students would miss no more than 2 days of school

5. Chaperones
 Mrs. Becker – Physics & Science Teacher at Sullivan
Heights
 Mrs. Mulji – Chemistry & Science Teacher at
Sullivan Heights
 Mr. Becker – Elementary School Teacher from
Surrey Centre Elementary
 Chaperones work 24/7 for the duration of the trip

6. Transportation
 Students will fly from Vancouver Airport to London
 Within London they will get around by the London
Underground and walking.
 We will be taking regional trains to
Cambridge, Windsor and Brighton.
 We will be taking a river cruise on the Thames and
up the canals of “Little Venice”
 Local bus tour to Stonehenge and Bath

7. Tourism
 Besides science we have incorporated events that
emphasize
 History
 Culture
 Fun

8. Lodging
 Travellers will be staying in hotels or condos within
London for the entire trip. Students will be roomed
with students of the same gender only.
 There will be 2 – 4 students per room
 Students can make room mate requests at the time
of registration

9. Cost
 $3350 to Sullivan Heights. This includes airfare, all
transportation, breakfast and dinner daily, all
sightseeing tours, museum entrances, tour
guides, shows and science workshops.
 Extra costs: Lunch and snacks. Travel Medical
Insurance. Spending money is at the discretion of
the student.

10. Payment
 $650 down payment due by March 15, 2013
 $300 post-dated cheques for April 15, May 15, June
15, July 15, August 15, September 15, October 15,
November 15, December 15. (9 payments)
 All cheques are made out to Sullivan Heights

11. Tour Highlights

12. University of Cambridge

13. University of Cambridge

14. Science Museum

15. Royal Observatory

16. Prime
Meridian

17. Kew Gardens

18. Kew Gardens

19. Stonehenge

20. Stonehenge

21. Roman Baths

22. Double Decker Bus Tour

23. Trafalgar Square

24. London Eye

25. Big Ben

26. Buckingham Palace

27. Changing of the Guard

28. Tower of London

29. Crown Jewels

30. Camden Markets & Shops

31. Camden Stables Market

32. Oxford
Circus
Shopping
District

33. Theatre in the West End

34. Windsor Castle

35. Windsor & Changing of the Guard

36. Canals of “Little Venice”

37. Cruise on the Thames

38. High Tea

39. Hyde Park

40. Harry Potter
Walking Tour

41. Brighton Pier

42. Brighton Pier

43. Fish & Chips on the Beach

44. Seven Sisters

45. Student Behaviour
 Students represent Sullivan Heights 24/7. They
must follow all school and school district rules at all
times, and in addition:
 They are not permitted to leave the group for any
reason without previous consent of chaperones.
 They may not, at any time or under any
circumstance, consume or be in possession of
alcohol, cigarettes or drugs
 Students are subject to the authority of the teacher-
chaperone at all times

46. Student Behaviour
 Students are expected to take part in all planned
group activities unless excused by the teacher-
chaperone(s).
 If students are involved in an criminal activity, as
victim or alleged perpetrator, or if a student requires
medical attention, parents/guardians will be notified
immediately
 Students may not be in a room of a student of a
different gender, at any time.

47. Student Behaviour
 Students and parents/guardians will be held
responsible for any damage done to hotels or
property while on a trip.
 Participation is a privilege and not a right. A student
may not be allowed to participate at the discretion of
the school.

48. Consequences
 Should a student be caught at any time breaking the
rules set out for them, they will be subject to
appropriate consequences as designated by the
chaperone(s), including suspension of all activities.
The Principal will be notified and disciplinary actions
will be dealt with when the student returns to school.
Should the circumstances be extreme, students may
be sent home early, at the cost of the parent.

49. Forms & Commitment
 Parent Consent & Student Information Form (Yellow)
 Student Medical Form (Pink)
 District Release of Liability Form (Blue)
 $650 Deposit Cheque made out to Sullivan Heights
 $300 Post-dated Cheques for April 2013 –
December 2013 (9 cheques)
 Photocopy of Passport (can come later)

50. Forms & Commitment
 Future
 Proof of travel medical insurance
 Customs Consent Form
 Photocopy of Passport (if not yet received)

51. Questions?