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A Brainard Lake Quinzee Adventure with Angevine Middle School

Angevine Middle School Students Discover the Joy of Snow Through a Brainard Lake Quinzee Construction Adventure Written by CI Field Instructor Hailey Schmidt. Earlier this February, the Angevine Middle School (AMS) CAP class was able to enjoy a wintery excursion despite the unseasonably warm weather. Up at Brainard Lake, the sun was out, the birds… Read more »

Angevine’s Semester of Exploring, Curiosity, and Making Small Changes

Curiosity Guided Students from Classroom Questions to Real-World Action at Angevine During Fall Semester. Written by Angevine Middle School CAP Instructor Sara Grillo. As the semester wraps up, it’s fun to look back at just how much we fit into our time together during our Fall CAP class at Angevine Middle School. It was a… Read more »

Sparks of Discovery on Angevine Middle School’s Overnight

From Sparks with Flint and Steel to Newfound Friendships, AMS CAP Students Light Up Their First Overnight Experience. Written by CI Field Instructor Monique Murillo. Ms. Grillo’s Angevine Siddle School CAP class started the morning with fishing at Waneka Lake Park. After time spent by the water and a few fish caught, students made sandwiches… Read more »

Angevine Field Day at Staunton: On Target for a Great Semester!

On Friday, September 5, Ms. Grillo’s middle school CAP class hit the road for a full day at Staunton State Park. The goal: strengthen friendships, build outdoor confidence, and—most importantly—have fun. The morning at Angevine started with preparation and lively car games. On the hour drive to Staunton, one car group discovered 141 things they… Read more »

Angevine Students Take Action for Wildlife With Seed Bombs and a Bake Sale

Making Seed Bombs and Organizing a Bake Sale Provided a Valuable Hands-On Learning Experience. Written by Angevine Middle School CAP Instructor Sara Grillo. This spring, our Angevine Middle School CAP students set out to support wildlife — and found creative, hands-on ways to do just that. Through seed bombs and a student-led bake sale, they… Read more »

Angevine Middle School’s CAP Class Spring Overnight at Cheley

Cheley Outpost provided a solid base camp for Angevine Middle School students to learn outdoor skills and explore the natural surroundings. Written by CI Field Instructor David Goldsmith. After weeks of planning and learning in the classroom, Angevine Middle School’s CAP class set out for their overnight expedition at Cheley Outpost. We unloaded upon arrival… Read more »

Angevine Students Embrace a Winter Day of Challenge and Adventure

A Day of Challenge Didn’t Deter Students from Enjoying a Snowy Adventure at Caribou Ranch. Written by CI Field Instructor David Diaz. When they set out for their winter field day, Angevine Middle School students in the Community Adventure Program (CAP) were expecting a fun and challenging day that involved building a quinzhee (a traditional… Read more »

Angevine Middle School’s CAP Program: A Semester of Growth, Laughter, and Connections

Building Strong Connections Through Outdoor Adventure. Written by CAP Instructor Mel Georgi. As the semester comes to a close, the Community Adventure Program (CAP) at Angevine Middle School has proven to be a transformative experience for students and myself; filled with growth, learning, and meaningful connections. From their first class to their final outdoor adventure,… Read more »

A Day in the Woods with Angevine Middle School

Written By Senior Field Instructor, Amy Kopkin Atkins As you can imagine, asking an 8th grader to part with their phone, is like asking a 3 year old to part from their favorite stuffie. They try denial, “Oh Miss, I didn’t bring it with me today,” or they try to appeal to a sense of… Read more »

Melissa Georgi

Staff Spotlight: CAP Instructor Melissa Georgi

Get to know Melissa Georgi (she/her), who is our CAP Instructor at Angevine Middle School! Melissa is an outdoor educator, trip guide, forager, and former Park Ranger. Learn more about Melissa below, and read our other staff and board profiles here! What led you to become an environmental educator? “Standing on a mountain top overlooking… Read more »

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