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Fifth Grade Outdoor School

The Outdoor School classes are an extension of the district's curriculum. The students participate in science, outdoor recreation, and team-building activities while at camp. The students have the opportunity to interact with the natural environment and see how they impact it daily.

 

The new location was absolutely beautiful— what a location for creating new experiences and fostering a love of learning!

Wendy Miller
Daffron Elementary

A smiling boy in an orange life vest holds a fishing rod on a wooden dock, with a boat and trees in the background.

 Safety

Safety will always be our top priority.

We are prepared for any weather conditions while at camp. As long as students can be happy and safe outside, the program will include outdoor activities. All JOLT staff members are trained to monitor and recognize severe weather. Cabins and buildings will serve as severe weather shelters if needed.

Teachers, campus administration, and district personnel, including a nurse, are also on-site during each camp session.

To review the Camp JOLT Emergency Action Plan, please use the Camp JOLT link at the top of this page and click on the safety section.  Scroll to the bottom of that page to review the document.

Contact with Student During Camp

We have found that talking with a child during a camp session often causes homesickness. If there is an emergency at home and you need to contact your child while he/she is attending camp, you may contact the Plano ISD Camp Administrator.
 
  • For the protection and security of all students, parent visitation during the camp session is strictly prohibited.
  • All adults present at camp will have received the required security clearance from the Texas Department of Public Safety before the Outdoor School session.
 

Camp Administrator

Keith Griffin

Coordinator Outdoor Education

Additional Information for Parents

Green trees and a blue sky with birds are in the background, while the foreground is filled with text and icons detailing 5th-grade camp activities.

 

A floor plan of a youth cabin with bunk rooms and counselor spaces.