RiverQuest
Homeschool Days
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Homeschooling parents and cooperatives-- we're planning special dates each month for your student(s) to participate in our unique 2-hour onboard educational field studies! Schedule for your student, or for your homeschool association! Our vessel holds up to 33 passengers at a time. (Also, don't forget to check out our RiverTales programs that can visit your homeschool association November through March!)
- Groups of 8 or more students should send one chaperone.
- Groups of 15 or more should send two chaperones.
- Additional chaperones will be accommodated as space allows. Chaperones are expected to participate and to maintain their role as leader of the group.
- Note that students and student groups will be working together on board!
Grade Level: varies, see each program listed below
Fee: $15/student; $10/chaperone
How to register: Call 412-231-2712 between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm weekdays to register. Please note grade levels for each program! Payment is accepted by credit card or check. Trips run rain or shine!
NOTE: October's day is postponed until spring.
MON. NOVEMBER 12
Green Science & Alternative Energy Excursion
Grades 6-12
Check out green buildings we can see from the rivers. Use solar-powered hydrogen fuel cell kits and biofuel molecular models to shed light on the future of alternative energy sources and the science of going "green."
Departure Times: 9:00 am & 12:00 pm
Homeschool Days will resume in 2008.
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