ATHENS AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT SRU Elementary 570-596-3171

January 13, 2014

Dear Parent/Guardian,

On Wednesday, February 12, 2014, the fifth grade classes from SRU Elementary will be traveling to Greek Peak Mountain Resort, Cortland, NY for a Physical Education Day Ski trip. The bus will depart at 8:15a from SRU. Students will return @ approximately 5p @ SRU. Postponement date is scheduled for Thursday, February 13th.

This is a Physical Education experience organized by me and is being made possible through funding by EMBRACE. We wish to thank this group very much for their generous payment for skiing fee and helmet. A special thanks to the fifth grade on their successful Ziti dinner to raise these funds. A great job done by all!

Professional instruction time will be provided on the Magic Carpet before students are permitted to free skiing time on the Bunny Slope while accompanied by a teacher/ chaperone. Students are not required to ski although it is recommended they take advantage of this opportunity.

Students will need to dress appropriately for this outdoor activity; winter coat, gloves, hat, warm socks, and preferably snow pants. If the student does not have snow pants, sweat pants layered over a pair of jeans will also work. It is recommended that students dress in layers, as the weather may be unpredictable. It is recommended that each student pack a spare set of clothes in the event their clothing becomes wet. Each student is asked to have a bag lunch. Please complete the attached lunch form and permission slip.

This will be a fun and educational experience! In the event of an emergency, Greek Peak employs the highly accredited Ski Patrol who is nationally certified in first aid.

Thank you for your support in this trip.

Sincerely,

Mr. Williams, Physical Education Instructor