MV student program 2014-15

1. TELLING THEIR STORIES: MOUNT
VERNON’S ENSLAVED people
Recommended Grade Levels: 5-12
Program Dates: November 17, 2014 – February 27, 2015**
Program Length: 60 minutes
Learn how the work of enslaved individuals such as
William Lee, Caroline Brannum, and Christopher Sheels
made Mount Vernon a successful 18th-century plantation.
The daily lives of the enslaved men, women, and children,
as well as the hardships they endured, are discussed.
The evolution of Washington’s views on
the institution of slavery is also presented.
Cost: $1.50 per
participant plus
admission.*
P.O. Box 110
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
Discover the 18th Century!
George Washington’s Mount Vernon offers a variety of educational
experiences for students of all grade levels. In addition to touring Washington’s
iconic Mansion, student admission to Mount Vernon also includes access to the
Pioneer Farm (seasonal), Blacksmith Shop, Distillery & Gristmill, Ford Orientation
Center, and the Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center. Specifically
designed for students, the Education Center features 23 interactive galleries and
theaters including a special-effects movie and surround-sound audio programs.
To enrich your students’ learning experience, select and reserve one (or more) of
the activities described in this brochure.
COLONIAL DAYS AT MOUNT VERNON
Recommended Grade Levels: 2-6
Program Dates: October 15 – November 14, 2014 (except November 4 and 11)
Tuesday-Friday only; March 4 – March 20, 2015 Wednesday-Friday only
Program Length: Budget at least 2 hours
From 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., experience 18th-century plantation life at Mount Vernon
during this unique program! At the Pioneer Farm, students encounter costumed
interpreters producing 18th-century goods; learn about George Washington’s
innovative farming practices; visit the reconstructed Slave Cabin; play colonial
games; and see farm animals. Students may also participate in a special ceremony
at Washington’s Tomb.
Also tour the Mansion at a designated time and meet people from
Washington’s world around the historic area.
SEED TO TABLE
Recommended Grade Levels: K-2
Program Dates: April 13 –
June 19, 2015 (weekdays only)
Program Length: 45 minutes
Through storytelling, hands-on activities, and inquiry-based
discussion, students discover that George Washington was a
master farmer. At the Pioneer Farm, students learn what crops
Washington grew and why; meet an animal (such as a horse,
mule, sheep, or ox); and learn how simple tools were used to
improve farming practices.
Cost: $1.50 per participant plus admission.*
FARMER WASHINGTON:
A MAN OF INNOVATION
Recommended Grade Levels: 3-8
Program Dates: April 13 – June 19, 2015 (weekdays only)
Program Length: 60 minutes
Through hands-on activities at the Pioneer Farm, students
are introduced to George Washington’s innovative farming
practices and his belief that America’s economic success
and independence were tied to the ability to produce and
ship agricultural products around the world. Participants
learn that Washington was a creative, experimental, and
forward-thinking agriculturalist.
Cost: $1.50 per participant plus admission.*
LEGENDS AND LEGACIES:
THE REAL GEORGE WASHINGTON
Recommended Grade Levels: 3-8
Program Dates: November 17, 2014 – February 27, 2015
(weekdays only)
Program Length: 90 minutes
Students go beyond the myths of
cherry trees and wooden teeth
to explore George Washington’s
exceptional character and accom-
plishments. While visiting the
Mansion, Slave Quarters, and
Washington’s Tomb, they
discover that he was a
political and military
leader, visionary farmer,
family man, technology
enthusiast, architect,
and slave owner,
whose views on
the subject evolved
with time.
THROUGH MY EYES:
CHARACTER TOURS FOR STUDENTS
Recommended Grade Levels: 2-8
Program Dates: Year round (weekdays only)
Program Length: 45 minutes
Engage with people from Washington’s world as they go
about their daily activities at Mount Vernon. Immersed
in the 18th century, students learn about life on
Washington’s plantation from those who lived and
worked here.
Cost: $1.50 per
participant
plus admission.*
GEORGE WASHINGTON’S
DISTILLERY & GRISTMILL
Recommended Grade Levels: All
Program Dates: April 1 – October 31, 2015
Program Length: 45 minutes
Experience hands-on STEM curricu-
lum in action! Explore how wheels,
pulleys, gears, and levers were used
to produce cornmeal and flour
at Washington’s water-powered
Gristmill. Learn about the science
of fermentation and distillation and
how grain was made into whiskey at
Mount Vernon’s Distillery.
Cost: FREE with paid admission, but
advance registration required.
RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS
Free professional development
programs, workshops, and lectures
focused on bringing Washington
to your classroom. Check out our list
of upcoming programs at Mount
Vernon, or in your area, at
mountvernon.org/educationalevents.
HISTORY MEETS HOLLYWOOD AT
MOUNT VERNON
Recommended Grade Levels: 4-8
Program Dates: November 17, 2014 – February 27, 2015**
Program Length: 60 minutes
Lights…Camera...George Washington! Students go
behind-the-scenes to visit various locations on the
estate where the movie National Treasure: Book of
Secrets was filmed. Students discover the intersection
of Hollywood and history as they discuss the making of
the film, George Washington’s life, and the story of
our very own national treasure, Mount Vernon.
Cost: $1.50 per participant plus admission.*
GEORGE WASHINGTON’S
LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Recommended Grade Levels: 5-12
Program Dates: November 17, 2014
– February 27, 2015**
Program Length: 60 minutes
George Washington grew from an
ambitious young man to a celebrated
leader whose contributions still impact the world today.
Students discover that Washington’s character, integrity,
and multi-faceted leadership skills remain relevant for
achieving success. His example of good manners and
civility are analyzed and adapted for 21st-century life.
Cost: $1.50 per participant plus admission.*
GENERAL ADMISSION
$8 per student
$8 per required chaperone (1 chaperone per 10 students)
$14 per additional adult
1 free teacher for every 20 students
All prices subject to change.
*Students will be divided into tour groups of 30 students and
3 chaperones. Minimum program fee of $30 applies.
**Similar tours available at other times of year for
an additional charge.
Through the generosity of the Ford Motor Company
Fund, qualified Title One schools receive a
50% discount on student admission!
Generous program funding provided
by the Mars Family Foundation and
the Richard Eaton Foundation
Cost: $1.50 per
participant
plus admission.*
Cost: FREE with paid admission, but advance
registration required.
Additional Option: Our George Washington Comic
Book is available for $3. Go to mountvernon.org/
fieldtrips for more information.
Special Funding Available for Colonial Days!
Don’t let tight budgets prohibit your field trip to
Mount Vernon! Title One schools are eligible for the
Ford Motor Company Fund admission discount as well
as a $50 bus rebate!
MAKING YOUR
RESERVATION
Go to MountVernon.org/fieldtrips,
and click on “Field Trip Reservation
Request Form.”
For questions call 703.799.8688 or
e-mail groups@mountvernon.org
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS
Mount Vernon’s student programs are
specifically designed with content that
connects with standards of learning.
For more information on curriculum
connections for Social Studies,
Language Arts, Science, and Math,
go to mountvernon.org/fieldtrips.
NEED A LUNCH OPTION?
Student lunches, for school-
sponsored field trips (Grades K-6),
are available for $6 each (price
subject to change). Lunches may
be ordered by clicking the
Reservation Request Form link
at mountvernon.org/fieldtrips.
Special discounts
for
title one schools
Special discounts
for
title one schools
Special discounts
for
title one schools
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