For students currently in grades 6–8
Eligible for 8th grade*
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
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Puerto Rico

Service & Environmental Sustainability

July 10 — July 24
$6,390 + airfare

Puerto Rico

Service & Environmental Sustainability

July 10 — July 24
$6,390 + airfare

This summer, work alongside residents, conservationists, and young Puerto Ricans who are aiming to restore and protect the island’s ecosystems, from tropical rainforest to coral reefs. Meet with leaders and volunteer with changemakers who are spearheading community-scale initiatives and sustainable farming practices. Participate in the farm-to-table process and learn how it is applied in different areas on the island, and get inspired by working hands-on in coral reef conservation initiatives.

• Meet with young artists and leaders in the port city of San Juan
• Help clear trails in the only tropical rainforest in the U.S.
• Volunteer with organizations to develop local food production
• Snorkel in the Caribbean and learn about threats to coral ecosystems
“I gained a lot of inspiration from this trip. A lot of the people we worked with opened my eyes to the environmental work that needs to be done and how important it is.”
—Frances O., The Urban School of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

A Day in the Life: Adjuntas​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Adjuntas.

A Day in the Life:
Adjuntas​

Due to the traveling nature of this summer program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Adjuntas.
“Camping and helping at the farm made me feel closer to earth.”
—Sophia T., Tamalpais High School, Sausalito, CA
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This Program is Directed by

Juliana Gutierrez & Gregorio Rojas

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

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This Program is Directed by

Juliana Gutierrez & Gregorio Rojas

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

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Service
Eligible for 8th grade*​
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
Grades 7&8​
Grades 7&8​
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8​
Puerto Rico
Service & Environmental Sustainability

2024 Dates
July 10 — July 24

Duration
15 days

Tuition
$6,390 + airfare

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York

Service Hours
30–35 

Additional Info

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

 

2024 Dates
July 10 — July 24

Duration
15 days

Tuition
$6,390 + airfare

Service Hours
30–35 

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York

 

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

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