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New Benches by Pond
 Another addition in our outdoor project!
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Outdoor Project
A Family Foundation and Nature Conservancy Grant work with Old Mission PTO and TCAPS to improve our outdoor areas.
Around 1997 one of the parents of Old Mission was determined to utilize the natural resources of our grounds. This parent, having a high degree in water studies and environmental studies, was able to develop ideas and lessons that focused on getting children outside and learning about ecosystems, pond studies and nature in general. In 2008 this area, known as “The Pond,” was developed further, allowing for even more learning opportunities. In addition to this wonderful area, Old Mission also has an outdoor classroom tucked into the shade of the woods where children and teachers can let nature inspire them
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2007
Restore pond and trails in the woods and pond area of our school. The amphitheatre and new trail systems expand existing trails.
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2008
New playground structures and swings installed.
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2009
New track, more swings and sandbox added.
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2010
New playhouse and large climbing piece.
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2011
Teaching platform in pond, benches in pond area and 4 new regulation size soccer goals.
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Coming soon...
Covered 20 x 24 outdoor classroom Pavilion and historic sugar shack to be renovated
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Wish List...
Funds for picnic tables and donations for development and implementation of an environmental education curriculum
For more information, contact Jen VanderRoest svanderroest@charter.net
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New Benches by Pond
Another addition in our outdoor project!
|
Outdoor Project
A Family Foundation and Nature Conservancy Grant work with Old Mission PTO and TCAPS to improve our outdoor areas.
Around 1997 one of the parents of Old Mission was determined to utilize the natural resources of our grounds. This parent, having a high degree in water studies and environmental studies, was able to develop ideas and lessons that focused on getting children outside and learning about ecosystems, pond studies and nature in general. In 2008 this area, known as “The Pond,” was developed further, allowing for even more learning opportunities. In addition to this wonderful area, Old Mission also has an outdoor classroom tucked into the shade of the woods where children and teachers can let nature inspire them
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2007
Restore pond and trails in the woods and pond area of our school. The amphitheatre and new trail systems expand existing trails.
|
|
|
|
2008
New playground structures and swings installed.
|
|
|
|
2009
New track, more swings and sandbox added.
|
|
|
|
2010
New playhouse and large climbing piece.
|
|
|
|
2011
Teaching platform in pond, benches in pond area and 4 new regulation size soccer goals.
|
|
|
|
Coming soon...
Covered 20 x 24 outdoor classroom Pavilion and historic sugar shack to be renovated
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|
|
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Wish List...
Funds for picnic tables and donations for development and implementation of an environmental education curriculum
For more information, contact Jen VanderRoest svanderroest@charter.net
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