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Trees are Treasures
Why do we cut down so many trees? What are the impacts of using up this natural resource?
Embark on an eye-opening exploration of the relationship between trees, our environment, and the products we create. Join us in giving new purpose to used paper products by crafting your very own desk organizer for school or home!
With the rise of "The Amazon effect," the production and disposal of cardboard boxes have reached unprecedented levels. Recycling and upcycling these materials have become increasingly crucial. Our lesson aims to shed light on the impact of using trees as raw materials and provides actionable steps we can take to address this issue.
Each class outreach package includes a comprehensive lesson plan, an assortment of upcycled materials, a captivating class presentation, and step-by-step instructions to construct a functional desk organizer. These organizers are versatile and can be used at school or at home! With enough boxes to accommodate 30 students and an abundance of upcycled materials for creating compartments, everyone can participate in this exciting project.
You will likely have upcycled materials left over, which can be used for other creative endeavors, donated back to Resource Depot, or utilized in our complementary Trees are Treasures extension activity.
Take a look at the package!
Click on each image above for a brief description
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When are field trip bookings available?Currently, field trips can be booked between 10am and 2pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If those times do not work for you, please send an email to education@resourcedepot.org and we will see how we can accommodate your needs.
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What if we have more than the maximum number of students per opportunity?Unfortunately, our maximums are set based on our space restrictions and we would encourage you to choose a different option that fits your class size. If you only have one or two children more than our maximums, we may be able to consider it for a small increase in fee, depending on the opportunity. As a reminder, although we do not offer on-site field trips for groups larger than 20 students, we offer a self-directed off-site service which includes a detailed lesson plan, materials and instructions for the related hands-on activity, and the related extension activity for up to and including 30 students. Check out our Class Outreach (coming soon!) for more information on this service!
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How and when do I pay?You will pay at the time of booking through our online booking portal. You can pay with debit or credit card. If you require a different payment method, please send an email to education@resourcedepot.org prior to booking.
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What if we need to cancel our booking?If you need to cancel the booking more than a week in advance, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within a week of your booking, you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 24 hours of a booking, no refund will be provided. For cancellations, please email education@resourcedepot.org.
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What if we can't afford the fees for the opportunities?If you are a Title-1 school, you may be eligible to apply for a full or pro-rated scholarship through one of our outreach programs. If you think you are eligible, please email education@resourcedepot.org for the form.
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How many adults can and should be present during the field trip?There must be a minimum of 2 adult chaperones who assist with classroom management and activities during the field trip. Due to space restrictions, we can allow up to 4 adults to assist during the field trips. Other adults are welcome to stay downstairs and shop independently during the field trip.
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Can Resource Depot come to us instead?At this time, we do not offer the opportunity for offsite field trips, however we strongly encourage teachers to choose our class kit option to take the field trip back to their classroom. Our kits provide all the resources and materials for the activities, except for some standard consumables and tools like glue and scissors. Additionally, we have an active after school program which you can learn more about here.
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How do we get to Resource depot and where do we park?Resource depot is located at 2508 Florida Avenue in West palm beach. Florida Ave. is located between Georgia Ave & Dixie Hwy, off Belvedere Rd. Coming from North or South – take I-95 to Belvedere Rd. and exit heading EAST. You’ll pass 3 stoplights, the last one being Georgia Ave. Make a left onto Florida Avenue just before the railroad tracks. Look for a bright pink and dark gray building called Industry Alley on the corner where you make the left turn. Across the street from Publix is another land mark to make the turn. Once on Florida Ave go straight to the third gray building on the right. Resource Depot’s front entrance is On Florida Avenue. Please Park on the street or aux parking lot across the street.
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How can we prepare for our visit?Discuss behavioral expectations with your students. If you have selected "Tour and Collection", review the lesson plan and activity with your students to facilitate their shopping experience. Students are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles so they can stay hydrated during the visit. We have a water cooler on site students and teachers are welcome to use. Aim to arrive 5-10 minutes early if possible. Students and chaperones can enter the building through our main entrance on Florida Ave and a staff member will meet you on the main floor.
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What is expected of students and teachers during the field trip?Students are expected to be good listeners and respectful to our program presenters. They are expected to be active participants and stay with the group at all times. If shopping is included, students can only shop in the designated spaces and are expected to be mindful of other customers while they are there. If shopping is not included, students are not allowed to take anything home without asking, and should not touch materials or tools without permission. Teachers and chaperones are responsible for maintaining the discipline of the group, especially during the shopping spree if shopping is included. If shopping is not included for the students, teachers/parents are permitted to shop in our TreasuRE Boutique or pay to fill a bin in the Materials Market Place during the student workshop at times specified by the workshop leader.
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Do you have options for differently abled accessibility?Yes, we have a ramp on the North side of the building, and we have a lift to the activities space on the second floor.
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What if we have students who require special accommodations?Please feel free to email us with any questions or concerns about special accommodations for your students before your scheduled field trip date so we can do our best to differentiate the experience to best meet the needs of all our diverse learners! education@resourcedepot.org
If you still have questions, please email us at education@resourcedepot.org
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