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Extended Field Study/Educational Travel Programs, Grades 5 - 12 *

Family Academic Programs proudly offers the following extended field study and educational travel programs. Although each adventure is unique, they all aim to introduce students and parents to the rich natural, cultural, and historical aspects of spectacular destinations spanning the globe. From the bustling streets of Shanghai, China to Newfoundland's Iceberg Alley, participants will build lasting memories and wonderful friendships as they experience an incredible family adventure!

* Our Extended Field Study/Educational Travel Programs are recommended for students in the 5th - 12th grades. However, younger Talent Search participants (grades 2 - 4) may be attend after a parent/guardian speaks with Family Programs about the pace and content of the programs.

2008 Programs

  • Tanzania for Families     
    Saturday, June 21 - Wednesday, July 2, 2008
    This program has reached capacity enrollment and is closed. Please call 410-735-6115 to be placed on a wait list. 

  • Wyoming Scientific Adventure: Exploring the Yellowstone and Grand Teton Ecosystems:  * 
    Saturday, June 21 - Sunday, June 29, 2008
    The program during these dates has reached capacity enrollment and is closed. Please call 410-735-6115 to be placed on a wait list. 

    Saturday, July 5 - Sunday, July 13, 2008
    Update, June 4, 2008: An opening has just become available for this program! Please call 410-735-6115 for more details.

    * Please note that CTY Talent Search participants in grades 2 - 4 are also eligible for the Wyoming program.
  • NEW! Puerto RicoCulture, History, and Nature 
    Friday, December 26 - Tuesday, December 30, 2008

    * Please check back soon for more information about this exciting program.

To request brochures and registration information for any of these exciting programs, please call 410-735-6115, 8:30-5:00 EST, or e-mail ctyfamilyprograms@jhu.edu

Please note: All itineraries are tentative and may be altered due to programmatic needs or climatic conditions.

Announcing Programs for 2009!

Family Academic Programs proudly announces the following travel programs for 2009. Please save the dates! Detailed program information will be available during the summer. To add your family to a mailing list for these programs, please call or email our office (contact information above).

  • Colorado Dinosaur Discovery
    Saturday, June 20 - Friday, June 26, 2009
  • The Mystique of China
    Saturday, June 20 - Friday, July 3, 2009
  • Peru: Land of the Ancient Inca
    Saturday, July 18 - Monday, July 27, 2009
  • The Enchanted Galapagos Islands and Andean Highlands
    Saturday, December 26, 2009 - Tuesday, January 5, 2010


Family Academic Programs

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