Virtual Parent Meeting for the 7th & 8th Grade Civil Rights Tour 2026
Virtual Informational Parent Meeting: 7th & 8th Grade Civil Rights Tour
Hosted By: Lori Lane and Tamika Dees, along with Brittni from Grand Classroom
Join us for a Virtual Informational Parent Meeting to learn more about the upcoming educational trip for The Oakridge School's 7th and 8th grade students to Little Rock, Arkansas and Memphis, Tennessee. This powerful, Civil Rights-themed experience will take students on a journey through pivotal locations in American history, deepening their understanding of the struggle for equality and justice.
📍 Trip Highlights Include:
Little Rock, AR – Including a visit to the historic Little Rock Central High School, The Clinton Presidential Center, and the Little Rock Nine Memporial.
Memphis, TN – Featuring the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel, Graceland, and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music.
🗓️ Meeting Date: April 30, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:30pm
📍 Location: https://meet.google.com/jyu-atbw-vui?authuser=0&hs=122
During the meeting, we will cover:
✔️ Trip dates, itinerary, and highlights
✔️ Travel logistics and estimated timeline
✔️ Cost and payment plans options
✔️ Safety protocols
✔️ Q&A with Trip Leaders + Grand Classroom representative Brittni
We strongly encourage all parents/guardians of interested students to attend. This meeting is an important first step in preparing for a powerful educational experience and is an opportunity to hear more about the trip’s purpose, plans, and impact.
We look forward to seeing you there!