This page is information for our Ecuador Galapagos trip in 2028
THE LINK TO SIGN UP:
PARENT MEETING:
Stay tuned, we will have a parent meeting soon.
WHO CAN HELP ME?
Brandi Watne- Spanish teacher/ trip leader: 541-736-0729 or bwatne@pleasanthill.k12.or.us
Liz Licata- WorldStrides representative (She knows everything!)
617-878-2636 (call or text) or elizabethli@worldstrides.com
FUNDRAISING/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Click on each green title to learn more:
SYTA SCHOLARSHIP (Mrs. Watne has to fill this one out).
FUNDRAISING IDEAS
GIFT OF EDUCATION (similar to GoFundMe but directly links to Worldstrides account, with no fee.)
THREE FREE COLLEGE CREDITS:
Your student can earn up to three free elective college credits. Coursework is required before and after the trip, but it is fairly painless; however, it is time-consuming. To request more information, follow this link:
WORLDSTRIDES COLLEGE CREDIT
Follow the links to find the proper application. If you have not already done so, please apply for your passport at least six months before we leave.
If your passport expires within 6 months of the start of our trip (June-December, 2026) you will need to renew before leaving the country.
LOCATIONS FOR PASSPORTS: Here is a link to find the closest places to apply for a passport. Just enter your zip code and search. Please read all instructions and make sure you have everything you need. Many of the locations offer photo services right there, for an extra fee. PASSPORT APPOINTMENT LOCATIONS