2007-2008 School Year Educational Programs and Learning Services

Student Group Tour Instructions

Sign up for 2008 - 2009 School Year Tours and Education Classes Now and Receive

Free Mission membership for a year for yourself if you sign up prior to June 15, 2008 and take your tour before November 30, 2008. Four free student admissions if you book and take your tour prior to November 30, 2008 Receive a free mission matters class if you book and take your tour prior to October 15, 2008

Classes offered to include:
Mission Matters adobe brick making or rope making

Welcome Teachers

On behalf of the Mission, welcome. We want to provide your students with an authentic place for inspired learning about California history. Each year, thousands of fourth grade students visit Mission San Juan Capistrano to learn about the State, its indigenous people, and its past. Our volunteers and staff work hard to make your experience the best possible. To better inform you and ensure your visit is a success, you are invited to read through the following Education and Learning Services brochure, which details the Mission's programs and processes designed for a positive field trip experience. There are tips and suggestions noted throughout the brochure. We hope you will consider them as you plan your tour.

First, book and take your tour early.
The grounds are quieter, and there is more room to enjoy the field trip because rooms are not crowded. To encourage this we're introducing a discounted rate for Fall student tours, so take advantage!

Secondly, arrive on time, or a few minutes early.
Allow enough time for travel and traffic when booking your tour. Our docents are 100% volunteer, and they are ready to teach, tour and inspire, on time!

Third, please be patient when booking a tour.
We're hard to reach because we are returning teacher calls. Teachers are hard to reach because they are often in the classroom. For that reason, we suggest that you call early, call once or fax/email your tour request. Our staff will return your call within 72 hours to schedule your tour.

Fourth, let us know how we are doing.
When you have completed your tour, be sure to complete our performance survey. We are dedicated to providing you and your students with the best experience possible.

Finally, join us for our Free Teacher Open House - scheduled for Wednesday, October 3, 2007. The Open House is the perfect opportunity for you to relax and get free information about all the Mission programs. We will debut free teacher lesson plans, with a variety of activities to support your teaching.

Thank you for selecting Mission San Juan Capistrano as your destination for fourth grade learning about California history and the missions.

Sincerely, Mechelle Lawrence
Executive Director

 
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