This page is dedicated to providing information about our WorldStrides trip to Spain in 2025.
THE LINK TO SIGN UP:
http://www.educationaltravel.com/Watne-2025
PARENT MEETING:
WHO CAN HELP ME?
Brandi Watne- Spanish teacher/ trip leader: 541-736-0729 or bwatne@pleasanthill.k12.or.us
Michael Edelstein- WorldStrides representative (He knows everything!)
1-800-946-8143 or Michael@EducationalTravel.com
FUNDRAISING/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Here is a link to provide ideas for fundraising. Also scholarship info. The FLAG scholarship is salary based, and with a quick phone call, you can see if you qualify.
https://fundraising.worldstrides.com/
More specifically, here are links about scholarships and fundraising listed individually:
FLAG SCHOLARSHIP: https://fundraising.worldstrides.com/flag-financial-assistance/
SYTA SCHOLARSHIP: https://fundraising.worldstrides.com/other-travel-scholarships/ (Mrs. Watne has to fill this one out).
FUNDRAISING IDEAS: https://worldstrides.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/WS-New-Fundraising-Guide-1.pdf
GIFT OF EDUCATION FUNDRAISING: https://www.educationaltravel.com/students/gift-of-education-fundraising (similar to gofundme but directly links to Worldstrides account, with no fee.)
PARENT MEETING:
We have already had a parent meeting, however, if you would like to meet with me, send me an email and we can do another meeting if enough are interested. Or, I can talk with you individually!
WHO CAN HELP ME?
Brandi Watne- Spanish teacher/ trip leader: 541-736-0729 or bwatne@pleasanthill.k12.or.us
Michael Edelstein- WorldStrides representative (He knows everything!)
1-800-946-8143 or Michael@EducationalTravel.com
FUNDRAISING/SCHOLARSHIPS:
Here is a link to provide ideas for fundraising. Also scholarship info. The FLAG scholarship is salary based, and with a quick phone call, you can see if you qualify.
https://fundraising.worldstrides.com/
More specifically, here are links about scholarships and fundraising listed individually:
FLAG SCHOLARSHIP: https://fundraising.worldstrides.com/flag-financial-assistance/
SYTA SCHOLARSHIP: https://fundraising.worldstrides.com/other-travel-scholarships/ (Mrs. Watne has to fill this one out).
FUNDRAISING IDEAS: https://worldstrides.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/WS-New-Fundraising-Guide-1.pdf
GIFT OF EDUCATION FUNDRAISING: https://www.educationaltravel.com/students/gift-of-education-fundraising (similar to gofundme but directly links to Worldstrides account, with no fee.)
PLEASANT HILL EDUCATION FOUNDATION LEAF SCHOLARSHIP: http://www.phillfoundation.org/luehring-advancement-enrichment-fund
THREE FREE COLLEGE CREDITS:
Your student has an opportunity to earn up to three free elective college credits. Coursework is required before and after the trip, but it is pretty painless. To request more information, follow this link:
https://worldstrides.com/academic-credit/
PASSPORT INFO:
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 (September 2025- March 2025) you will need to renew before leaving the country.
LOCATIONS FOR PASSPORTS: Here is a link to find the closest locations 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. https://iafdb.travel.state.gov/DefaultForm.aspx
THREE FREE COLLEGE CREDITS:
Your student has an opportunity to earn up to three free elective college credits. Coursework is required before and after the trip, but it is pretty painless. To request more information, follow this link:
https://worldstrides.com/academic-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 (September 2025- March 2025) you will need to renew before leaving the country.
LOCATIONS FOR PASSPORTS: Here is a link to find the closest locations 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. https://iafdb.travel.state.gov/DefaultForm.aspx
APPLY FOR FIRST PASSPORT:
APPLY FOR PASSPORT UNDER AGE 16:
APPLY FOR PASSPORT AGE 16-17:
RENEW ADULT PASSPORT:
