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Class Listings and Descriptions
When you call to select your classes, the number of classes
and types you choose will depend on the length of your stay.
Below is a worksheet that will help you select classes for
our lunch to lunch programs. The class listings that follow
are broken into day and evening sections. Within these sections,
classes are grouped by Jekyll-led or by teacher- led. Once
you have relayed your class selections to the Jekyll reservation
contact, we will work up your schedule including number of
teaching groups and the class rotations which will be mailed
to you promptly. Please call well in advance of your trip
to discuss any special programming. Otherwise, the Jekyll
staff will contact you approximately one month before your
trip to begin working on your schedule. Please make sure
we are able to reach you via phone or email. Failure to establish
contact regarding class selection could result in the inability
to accommodate all requests (some classes are first-come,
first-served and others require advanced planning and/or
ordering of materials).
Class Selection for Lunch to Lunch Program
Monday – Wednesday or Wednesday – Friday
(arrival time ~11:30 a.m. on incoming day, departure time
~1:00 p.m. on outgoing day)
* 8 total day classes (7 taught by Jekyll staff, 1 taught
by visiting school)
*4 total evening classes (2 taught by Jekyll staff, 2 taught
by visiting school)
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Day Classes
3 day core classes, taught by Jekyll staff:
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Evening Classes
2 evening electives, taught by Jekyll staff:
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| 1. Beach Ecology |
1. ______________________ |
| 2. Maritime Forest Ecology |
2. ______________________ |
| 3. Salt Marsh Ecology |
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| 4 day electives, taught by Jekyll staff: |
2 evening electives, taught by visiting school: |
| 4. ______________________ |
1. ______________________ |
| 5. ______________________ |
2. ______________________
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6. ______________________ |
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| 7. ______________________ |
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| 1 day elective, taught by visiting school: |
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| 8. ______________________ |
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Core Classes
These three classes are required. |
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Beach Ecology: Examines barrier island
dynamics, erosion, and accretion. Other topics include the
organisms that are found on the beach, importance of the
dunes, and dune plants.
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Maritime Forest Ecology: A study of the
process of succession from the beach into the mature maritime
forest. Class also includes discussion of major animals and
plants, the importance of freshwater sloughs, and decomposers
of the forest.
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Salt Marsh Ecology: A study of the salt
marsh. Concepts include major plants (Spartina), marsh animals
(fiddler crabs, mussels, and birds), additional concepts such
as food webs and tides are discussed. This is an off-site
class.
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Electives
Depending on the length of stay groups can choose from a number
of electives.
Day electives |
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Botany: An investigation of common plants
on Jekyll Island including lessons on characteristics, identification,
taxonomy, and adaptations.
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Coastal Concerns: Students will compare
and contrast the north end and south end beaches. Discussions
focus on the natural erosion and accretion patterns, human
impacts, and possible solutions. Transportation required. |
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Dock Study: Students will use dip nets to
collect and study organisms from the fouling community at the
dock. They will examine their finds under microscopes in our
lab. This is an off-site class..
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Fish Dissection: Students will dissect a
yellow perch (9-12 inches) to learn about the biology and anatomy
of this animal. We recommend 3-4 fish per teaching group. Please
schedule this class at least 3 weeks in advance of the trip
to allow enough time to order the fish. There will be an
additional fee of $9 per fish to cover the cost and supplies.
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Herpetology: A hands-on study of amphibians
and reptiles including adaptations, misconceptions, etc. Emphasis
is placed on indigenous species of the southeast.
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Orienteering: Students will learn how to
use a magnetic compass. An orienteering course is set up on
which to practice skills. Compasses are provided.
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Ornithology: A study of birds using binoculars
and field guides. Emphasis is placed on coastal birds and their
adaptations and behaviors. This is an off-site class.
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Plankton Lab: A detailed look at plankton
and its importance in the marine environment. A great class
for small and advanced groups. This is an off-site class.
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Seining and Nets: Students will use a seine
net to capture organisms in the surf. Concepts include animal
adaptations and identification. Offered mid-March to October.
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Slough: An exploration of local freshwater
sloughs. Students will collect and identify organisms and discuss
the differences between salt and fresh water systems. This
is an off-site class.
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Sand Lab/Beach Profile: Investigate the
origins of sand and how sand grain size influences the beach.
Students then survey and measure the Jekyll beach from the
primary dune to the water. Skills used in this class include
measurement, geography, map reading, and graphing.
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Teacher Led--Day Classes (curriculum
and some materials available)
Depending on the electives you choose, and the number of days
that you stay, you will be required to teach day and evening
classes from the following options. Free Time is not an option.
Please feel free to discuss other ideas with the programming
staff.
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Biking: Bikes may be available for a Jekyll
tour. This class is best for smaller groups (<50 total). A
seperate check must be made out to Wheel Fun Rentals ($5 per
person). School transportation required.
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Boat Tour: Explore the estuary by boat
while enjoying a dolphin tour and trawl. Boat leaves from
the Jekyll Island Wharf (20 person minimum). A seperate
check must be made out to St. Simon's Transit ($13 per person).
School transportation required.
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Canoeing: Take your students for a trip
around the pond at Tidelands by Canoe. This class is best
for smaller groups (<50 total). A seperate check must
be made out to Tidelands Nature Center ($5 per person). School
transportation required.
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Explore the Beach:
A beach walk that allows for discovery, sand sculpture, and
review of concepts previously covered in other classes. Curriculum
includes scavenger hunt. This class must be organized
to avoid disrupting other classes being held.
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Fort Frederica: Explore a historic British
fort located on St. Simons Island. The fort is ~1/2 hour
from Jekyll, so this trip takes two class slots. School
transportation required.
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Historic District: Explore the history
of Jekyll Island on a tram tour of the historic district
(20 person minimum). A seperate check must be made out
to Jekyll Island Museum ($4.00 per person). School transportation
required.
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Journals: Allow for supervised time for
journal writing and reflection. Use the journals questions
we provide or develop your own. |
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Organized Volleyball/Games: The center will
provide volleyballs and basketballs for use in supervised games.
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"On-the-Spot":
Have students tackle various physical and mental problem-solving
challenges done in large or small groups. We provide some
equipment (or bring your own) to encourage students to think
logically and cooperate as a group.
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Mermaids and Manatees:
This creative activity promotes observation and communication
skills. Students describe and draw strange and unfamiliar sea
creatures. Some materials are available.
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Tidelands Nature Center: Enjoy a leisurely
stroll and scavenger hunt through our nature center. A
seperate check must be made out to Tidelands Nature Center
($2 per person). School transportation required.
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Astronomy: Students learn all about space
through a power point which includes info on galaxies, planets,
stars, and constellations. Class ends with a visit outside
to check out the real thing (weather permitting). This
is a large group, lecture-style class.
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Endangered Species: Students explore
the causes and consequences of the loss of plant and animal
species, and how individuals can make a difference. Includes
a "Jeopardy" style review game. This is a large
group, lecture-style class.
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Environmental Issues: Divided in various
interest groups, student debate controversial environmental
issues. This is a large group, lecture-style class.
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Fish Kits: A creative look at fish adaptations
and characteristics. Several teaching groups may be combined
for this class.
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Hurricanes: Hurricane formation, movement,
and tracking will be addressed in a Powerpoint presentation.
Activities also help students understand hurricanes. This
is a large group, lecture-style class.
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Marine Mammals: A look at the marine
mammals of the southeast, including whales, dolphins and
the manatee. This is a large group, lecture-style class.
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Night Walk: A quiet walk done in teaching
groups incorporating various sensory activities and beach exploration
at night. Astronomy may be added if conditions are favorable.
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Sea Turtles: A look at the life of a sea
turtle with attention given to understanding current issues. This
is a large group, lecture-style class.
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Sharks: An enlightening discussion of sharks
concerning general adaptations and common misconceptions of
these animals. This is a large group, lecture-style class.
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Snakes: Available Fall 2006.
Students will receive a hands-on experience with snakes, while
learning conservation issues. The class will also discuss snakes
indigenous to southeast Georgia and common misconceptions,
physical characteristics, etc. Several teaching groups
may be combined for this class. |
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Water Thick & Thin: This class is designed
to give students a basic understanding of water chemistry. Several
teaching groups may be combined for this class.
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Campfire: We set up the fire, you light
it and entertain your students. Sing songs, tell stories, or
roast marshmellows. Please bring your own roasting sticks and
supplies. Fire ring reserved on a first-call, first-served
basis for evening slots. Please note, during dry weather,
the island issues fire bans and we are forced to cancel campfires...have
a back up plan in mind).
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Gyotaku:
Make your own fish prints. We supply the rubber fish models,
you supply the paint and printing materials.
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Journals: Supervised time for journal writing
and reflection. Use the journals questions we provide or develop
your own.
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Mermaids and Manatees:
This creative activity promotes observation and communication
skills. Students describe and draw strange and unfamiliar sea
creatures. Some materials are available.
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Night Walk: Explore the beach at night.
No flashlights permitted on beach during turtle season. This
class will need to be organized to avoid interfering with other
night walks.
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Ocean Bingo: Get students thinking about
the variety of life in the ocean. Students will use listening
and puzzle-solving skills to figure out the bingo clues.
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"On-the-Spot":
Have students tackle various physical and mental problem-solving
challenges done in large or small groups. We provide some equipment
(or bring your own) to encourage students to think logically
and cooperate as a group.
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Organized Volleyball/Games: The center will
provide volleyballs and basketballs for use in supervised games.
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Sand Sculptures: Plan a theme and bring
any materials you may require. Care must be taken to flatten
structures during turtle season.
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Talent Night: Skits, songs and other creative
acts are presented by visiting students and/or adults.
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