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Image Credit: Valpraiso, Chile (Chile 2016 Trip)

What Is Social Studies?

While Social Studies is another distinct part of the Global Studies Department at Episcopal, it covers a wide range of topics. From introducing students to the workings of their government to learning about other cultures and customs, Social Studies has many overlaps with World Travel.

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In the Classroom

Episcopal is currently partnered with several schools in other countries, allowing Episcopal students to participate in exchanges with foreign students from Spain, Chile, and France.
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The Spanish Exchange with Colegio Bristol

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This academic year (2018-2019), Episcopal hosted 13 students from Colegio Bristol from September 17, 2018, to September 27, 2018. The 2018-2019 scholastic year marks the sixth year that Episcopal has proudly honored this tradition.
WHO?
You! Anyone can participate in the Spanish Exchange, regardless of background knowledge of the language or the culture. This activity is available to any Episcopal student that has an interest in learning the Spanish language and/or about the Spanish culture.
WHAT?
The Spanish exchange allows for you and your family to host a Spanish exchange student and/or to travel to Spain. Students are free to participate in both of these enriching activities, or they may simply choose just one of them.
WHERE?
In the fall, the Spanish students from Colegio Bristol will come to Episcopal and stay with Episcopal families for the one-week hosting period. Episcopal students have the opportunity to visit Colegio Bristol in Madrid, Spain, for two weeks in the spring.
WHEN?
Spanish exchange students stayed with host families from September 17, 2018, to September 23, 2018. And Episcopal students travel to Spain from February 23, 2019, to March 8, 2019 (the second week of this visit is Mardi Gras Break).
WHY?
Participating in the Spanish Exchange with Colegio Bristol allows for you to learn more about yourself, your interests, the world around you, and how you are involved in a larger global context. You are also able to teach others about your school, region, and country.

At a Glance: Student Perspectives

Going to Spain was an amazing experience. It helped me make lifelong friends and experience an awesome culture. Through this trip, I chose my thesis topic. I also know that I want to continue studying Spanish in college. This exchange program broadened my world view and strengthened my academics.
— Mary Emerson Owen (Class of 2018), Trip Participant

Deciding to go to Spain was one of the best decisions I’ve made! I was immersed in the Spanish culture and my Spanish tremendously! Learning Spanish in the classroom and looking at pictures is so different than actually being in Spain and seeing how what you learned applies to everyday conversations! I made many fond memories that I will cherish for a long time.
— Hayley Gregoire (Class of 2020), Trip Participant

I fell in love when I first went to Madrid so I had to go back! Learning about the culture and history while being fully immersed was such a great experience. I plan to visit Spain again when I am in college.
— Cali Sabolik (Class of 2018), Trip Participant

Being immersed in the Spanish culture is eye-opening. Seeing Madrid and the surrounding areas is breathtaking, but living with a family that truly lets you experience the “real” Spain. I will forever be grateful for “Mi Familia” in Spain who opened the doors to me and treated me like one of their own.
— Ms. Nancy Calloway, Chaperone

Interested?

If you are interested in traveling to Spain during the spring of 2019, click on the buttons below for more specific information about the trip aspect of this program and any forms that need to be filled out in order to participate. A document with general guidelines for hosting foreign exchange students is included below so that you can learn more about the process. Even though the hosting period for the Spanish exchange has ended for this academic year (2018-2019), you can still read more about what responsibilities you might have if you are interested in hosting during another year. The parent letter provides specific details about trip expenses, possible itineraries for the trip, and due dates for payments. The application form linked below is a general form to apply for either Spanish student hosting and/or traveling to Madrid. Not all of this form will need to be completed if you are only going to participate in one part of this exchange program.
General Exchange Hosting Guidelines
Madrid Trip Parent Information
Spanish Exchange Application Form

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Dr. Rebecca Kuhn
global & SOCIAL studies department chair
 225.753.3180
Ext:
1322
Email Contact
DR. REBECCA KUHN, PhD. GLOBAL AND SOCIAL STUDIES DIRECTOR. EXCHANGE PROGRAM COORDINATOR. AP PSYCHOLOGY TEACHER.

Dr. Rebecca Kuhn
, Global and Social Studies Director, Exchange Program Coordinator, and AP Psychology teacher, has taught social studies classes at Episcopal since 2016 including AP World History, World History, US History, and US Government.  Prior to moving to Baton Rouge, she lived and taught high school in South Korea and South Florida. She holds degrees from Sterling College, The University of Kansas, and Florida Atlantic University. Dr. Kuhn enjoys travelling, reading, and singing. She is married to Dr. Alan Newton.

The Chilean Exchange with Colegio Concepción San Pedro

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This academic year (2018-2019), Episcopal coordinates with Colegio Concepción San Pedro de La Paz (CCSP) to host Chilean students during the early winter months of January and February and to organize a trip to Chile during the summer. The 2018-2019 scholastic year marks the fifth year that Episcopal has proudly honored this tradition.
WHO?
The Chilean Exchange is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the culture of a unique South American country. The chance to participate is available to all Episcopal Upper School students.
WHAT?
This program enables participating students to either host a Chilean student and/or to travel to Chile with support from Episcopal faculty and staff as chaperones.
WHERE?
In the early winter months of 2019, ten Chilean students from CCSP will stay with Episcopal hosts for over two weeks. In the summer, Episcopal students can travel to Colegio Concepción in Concepción, Chile.
WHEN?
The hosting period for the Chilean exchange begins January 18, 2019, to February 3, 2019. And up to twelve Episcopal students can travel to Chile during June, 2019.
WHY?
Participating in the Chilean Exchange allows for you to learn more about yourself, your interests, the world around you, and how you are involved in a larger global context. You can teach others about your school, region, and country.

At a Glance: Student Perspectives

Traveling to Chile was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world. I never felt homesick, and the people were very welcoming. I would definitely recommend going to Chile.
— Riley Carmouche (Class of 2020), Trip Participant

I have hosted two Chilean students and have traveled to Chile three times. After hosting my first student, I instantly became intrigued by the culture, and I made a lifelong friend. Going to Chile was one of the most amazing experiences that I have had in my life, and I fell in love with the friendly environment and beautiful surroundings. Chile has become like a second home to me, and I am grateful to have three Chilean families that I will have lifetime connections with. I loved my experiences and travels to Chile so much that I went back a second time with the school, and this past summer, I returned for a third time with my mom and my brother so that I could share some of the experiences that I have had with them. My experiences with both hosting and traveling have excelled my Spanish and also my interest in the Spanish language and culture.
— Maia Adams (Class of 2020), Trip Participant

Interested?

If you are interested in hosting a Chilean student in Winter 2019 or traveling to Chile during Summer 2019, click on the buttons below for more specific information about the trip aspects of this program and any forms that need to be filled out in order to participate. A document with general guidelines for hosting foreign exchange students is included below so that you can learn more about the process. The parent letter provides specific details about trip expenses, possible itineraries for the trip, and due dates for payments. The application form linked below is a general form to apply for either Chilean student hosting and/or traveling to Madrid. Not all of this form will need to be completed if you are only going to participate in one part of this exchange program.
General Exchange Hosting Guidelines
Chile Hosting & Trip Parent Information Letter
Chilean Exchange Application Form

More Questions? Please Contact...

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Dr. Rebecca Kuhn
global & SOCIAL studies department chair
 225.753.3180
Ext:
1322
Email Contact
DR. REBECCA KUHN, PhD. GLOBAL AND SOCIAL STUDIES DIRECTOR. EXCHANGE PROGRAM COORDINATOR. AP PSYCHOLOGY TEACHER.

Dr. Rebecca Kuhn
, Global and Social Studies Director, Exchange Program Coordinator, and AP Psychology teacher, has taught social studies classes at Episcopal since 2016 including AP World History, World History, US History, and US Government.  Prior to moving to Baton Rouge, she lived and taught high school in South Korea and South Florida. She holds degrees from Sterling College, The University of Kansas, and Florida Atlantic University. Dr. Kuhn enjoys travelling, reading, and singing. She is married to Dr. Alan Newton.

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Out-of-the-Classroom Learning Experiences

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Rome Classics Tour

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During the Spring of 2019, Episcopal will partner with the Paideia Institute for Humanistic Study to take a trip abroad to Italy.

About Paideia Institute

 The Paideia Institute for Humanistic study is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and educating others on the classical humanities.The organization focuses on Latin and Greek ancient languages and literature, and it strives to promote the study of classical humanities through programs that take students abroad, digital initiatives, U.S.-based outreach, and publications. The trip to Italy is one example of the Institute’s commitment to the classical humanities.
Click below to learn more about Episcopal’s partner in the Rome Classics Tour.
Paideia Institute Website
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The Tour

All Episcopal students interested in learning about Ancient Roman history, art, culture, and architecture are welcome to participate in this tour. Trip highlights include visiting Pompeii, Rome, the Vatican, and Florence. To the right is the flyer for the Roman Classics Tour (2019). If this opportunity interests you, all pertinent information about the opportunity can be found in the document to the right.

Interested?

For anyone interested in this trip, a deposit payment of $500 is due by October 16, 2018. A balance of $3,250 is due by November 15, 2018.

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Mr. Michael Posey is the contact for this Rome Classics Tour.
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Close Up Washington, D. C. Trip

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During the summer of 2019, Episcopal will be partnering with the Close-Up organization to provide a program for high school Episcopal students. Students interested in their nation’s government and how it works will be able to visit the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C. on this trip.

About the Organization

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As per their website, the Close-Up Organization’s mission is to inform younger people in the U.S. and allow for them to be active members of democracy. The organization wants any and all students to be able to participate in such an educational experience and strives to fulfill this mission by partnering with schools and other organizations — like Episcopal.

Trip Itinerary

The travel brochure for the Close-Up trip is presented above. It includes a full itinerary of the program, some descriptions of the experience, and several testimonials from previous participants in the opportunity.

Interested?

If you are interested in taking part in the Close-Up opportunity, click on the buttons below for more specific information about the trip aspect of this program and any forms that need to be filled out in order to participate. A document with a summary of the Close-Up program is included below. The parent letter provides background about the Close-Up Program, its motives and inspirations, and contacts for questions. To participate, the sign-up form linked below must be completed and payments must be submitted by the deadlines listed in the document.
Parent Informational Sheet
Close-Up Parent Letter
Program Logistics & Sign-Up

More Questions? Please Contact...

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Dr. Rebecca Kuhn
global & SOCIAL studies department chair
 225.753.3180
Ext:
1322
Email Contact
DR. REBECCA KUHN, PhD. GLOBAL AND SOCIAL STUDIES DIRECTOR. EXCHANGE PROGRAM COORDINATOR. AP PSYCHOLOGY TEACHER.

Dr. Rebecca Kuhn, Global and Social Studies Director, Exchange Program Coordinator, and AP Psychology teacher, has taught social studies classes at Episcopal since 2016 including AP World History, World History, US History, and US Government.  Prior to moving to Baton Rouge, she lived and taught high school in South Korea and South Florida. She holds degrees from Sterling College, The University of Kansas, and Florida Atlantic University. Dr. Kuhn enjoys travelling, reading, and singing. She is married to Dr. Alan Newton.

England & Scotland Tour

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