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For more than two decades teachers have been bringing their classes to the Kortright Centre to experience nature first hand. The centre offers many different natural settings - forests, meadows, streams and wetlands - ideal for studying a variety of environmental topics. Programs focus on learning through direct observation and participation in outdoor activities that will allow students to discover fascinating facts about the plant and wildlife populations and their interactions within these ecosystems. The Kortright Centre also has one of Canada's largest renewable energy demonstrations. This is an ideal setting for teaching students about alternative energy; solar thermal, photovoltaic (solar electric), wind and biomass. Each topic emphasizes the individual's role and responsibility in maintaining a healthy environment through sustainable living practices. All programs are designed to meet curriculum expectations at the grade levels specified, and are presented by experienced professional instructors. Please note that most Kortright programs can be adapted for special needs groups. Please call the Kortright Centre to discuss details. |
New this Fall at KortrightSchool Spirit Day is an active, fun-filled day designed to allow students and teachers to interact in a positive, safe way in a beautiful natural setting.
Throughout the day, participants take part in a series of challenging, character building group activities which gives everyone the opportunity to practice leadership, problem solving and communication skills.
This day is perfect for schools that are looking for a fun, inclusive, interactive day for staff and students at the beginning or end of the year.
This program is for large groups of with a minimum of 80 participants and can be adapted to a number of different user groups.
The participants will be divided into 12 groups for the day. Everyone will participate in 5-6 activities in the morning, and 5-6 activities in the afternoon. The course is designed such that 2 groups will be competing at each activity at the same time. Throughout the day, due to the rotation, all students will have a chance to interact with each other.
The program cost is $18.00 + HST/ student
This program is being developed to meet the expectations of the Grade 8 Curriculum:
Understanding Earth and Space Systems - Water Systems.
Throughout this full day program, students will:
This program was made possible by the generous support of the RBC Bank.
The program cost is $13.00 + HST / student
This program is being developed to meet the expectations of the Grade 5 Curriculum:
Matter and Energy - Conservation of Energy and Resources
Kortright's unique renewable energy demonstrations continue to provide students with an excellent opportunity to see and understand renewable energy technology: Biomass, Wind Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic, first hand.
This year, thanks to the generous support of HSBC, the demonstrations are more interactive than ever. New this year, students attempt to match the output of a solar powered water pump by pedaling a bicycle powered pump connected to the same well.
The importance of conservation is demonstrated by having students turn a hand crank to learn how much energy is needed to power both an incandescent and a compact fluorescent light bulb.
Throughout the trail, the environmentally-friendly and practical aspects of renewable energy are emphasized. A brief visit to the Archetype Sustainable House will feature the energy efficient technologies built into the houses.
The program cost is $7.00 + HST / student
