Doesn’t Every Kid Deserve a Field Trip??

by Amanda @ A Few Short Cuts on May 14, 2010

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Lunchables. All opinions are 100% mine.

I remember being in Elementary School. Everyone would get so excited for Field Trip Day! The parent chaperones would come in, everyone had their lunch, and off to the buses. Unfortunately there was always that one kid. You know the one whose parent’s didn’t sign the permission slip, or couldn’t afford the admission to wherever it was we were going. That poor kid had to sit in the library all day while the rest of us were off having an adventure.

I think of all the great field trips I had as a kid. Then, I think about how many kids these days are now missing out on those same experiences because of budget cuts. Our children learn most of the important things in life by hands on experiences, not from behind a desk. I don’t want to see another kid have to sit in the library all day instead of going to the museum.

Kraft Lunchables doesn’t want that to happen either. They have started a new program called Field Trips For All! “Field Trips For All” is the first effort from the Lunchables Team’s new initiative called Project Potential. Aimed at empowering kids with opportunities to help them reach their full potential, Project Potential will provide enriching experiences kids might otherwise not have.

So, where do you come in??? I am glad you asked!

Anyone 6 years of age or older can nominate a deserving classroom by going to http://www.lunchables.com/potential/ and submitting a nomination. From all nominations received, 50 classrooms will be selected to go on an inspiring, educational experience. It’s not everyone, but it’s a step in the right direction!

I know you know a classroom that is deserving of this. If you don’t, spread the word to your friends and family. I am sure that they know someone that could really use this opportunity!

Do you have a story from a memorable field trip?? We would love to hear it!