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College Tours in the Mid South
By Howard Clemens · 11 years ago
Since publishing an article about college tours of Southern universities and state colleges in Virginia I have fielded several inquiries about college tours for the Mid-south. In response, I recently developed an itinerary designed for ...
Student Travel Trips to the Presidential Inauguration in 2013
By Howard Clemens · 11 years ago
Student travel groups studying History. Government or Social Studies may want to consider a trip to Washington D.C. in January 2013 to see the Presidential Inauguration. This once-in-a-lifetime experience will likely change their outlook on ...
Student Trip to Baltimore to Celebrate the Bicentennial of the War of 1812
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Many students of American history read about the War of 1812 as part of their studies of Nineteenth Century history. This naval war impacted the burgeoning United States and the port cities along the East ...
Mid West College Tour Part 1
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
By 10th or 11th grade, students preparing for college need to be thinking about what school they will attend. But it’s difficult to get a good read on a college by looking at a website ...
A Band Trip to Los Angeles for Disney Performing Arts Onstage
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Band directors and high school musicians and performers will find Disneyland, California an ideal destination to showcase their talents. Groups can have a public performance on one of Disney’s stages or participate in a parade. ...
Student Trip to Washington D.C. to Study History
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
For a year leading up to the student Washington D.C. trip, teacher Michelle Rochel prepares her students for the journey in her classroom. She currently teaches 5th and 6th grade Religion, 5th, 6th, 7th and ...
A High School Band Trip to Orlando FL
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Performance trips are a great way to showcase a marching band, orchestra, ensemble or choir. This type of trip always includes a public appearance of the band at a desirable venue. For Kris Parish, Performing ...
California: State College Tours
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Students preparing for college will want to take this tour that focuses on some of the finest state supported universities in California. These schools are well-known for specific areas of academics or sports, offer affordable ...
Following the Steps of History: A Student Trip to NYC, Washington D.C., Philadelphia & Gettysburg
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
For many students living faraway from the East Coast in other parts of the U.S., a student trip is often a once in a lifetime experience. Jason Fulton’s eight grade history students visit the East ...
A Middle School Trip to Washington D.C. to Study American History
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Lisa Wertz is a middle school teacher who brought her 8th grade class to Washington D.C. each year. "I always felt that the trip was good preparation for high school," said Wertz. The visit to ...
Eco Tour of Central Florida
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Students studying biology, marine science, environmental studies and other related subjects will get excited about this special student tour I have designed with an eco focus on Central Florida. This trip is hands-on with lots ...
Philadelphia Art Tour Designed for Student Travel Groups
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, is also place where art flourishes. 
There are so many different choices for students of art when exploring this particular city. I have designed this selective tour of art ...
State College Tours: Virginia
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
The Commonwealth of Virginia is home to some of the oldest and most distinguished colleges and universities in the United States. For residents of Virginia, this can mean a first class education for the price ...
A Student Trip to California With an Eco Tour Focus
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Students groups studying science, biology, ecology and other related topics may want to consider planning an eco tour of California. This tour would encompass some of the most well known national forests in the United ...
School Choir Teacher Takes Students on Trip to NYC and Washington D.C.
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Performance tours are designed for student musicians and choirs to bring their music and song to new audiences. These tours include visits to major student travel destinations such as Washington D.C., New York City or ...
Black College Tours
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Many Americans and foreigners want to attend a historically black college. There are many reasons for this. Students enjoy the prestige of a university founded by an African-American historical figure, intellectual or scholar. The most ...
College Tours in North & South Carolina
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Many parents who want to send their children to college consider sending them to a university in their region or state. This decision helps cut down on travel and tuition costs while young adults are ...
Brush up on Spanish Speaking Skills: Cultural & Immersion Tour of Puerto Rico
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
For many students studying Spanish, the ultimate way to test their speaking skills is to become immersed in a culture where it is the primary language. These days, student travel groups may be less inclined ...
A School Trip from Bermuda Takes a Science Tour of Orlando
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
Often teachers will approach me with a general idea for a trip to a certain destination. I work closely with educators to customize tours that reflect their curriculum and provide fun and interesting sites on ...
An Eco Tour of Puerto Rico Designed for Student Travel Groups
By Howard Clemens · 12 years ago
The island of Puerto Rico is an excellent choice for student groups who want to travel to a destination with well-preserved ecological features. Since Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, students, teachers and chaperones can ...