Bullis Blog | Global Studies Trips

Good evening, Bullis parents and community! This morning, we were again greeted by bright, sunny skies as we headed to  Coastal Studies Institute (CSI)  on Roanoke Island, historically known as "The Lost Colony." Here, the 6th-graders delved into the world of marine science via the interactive workshops "The Power of Plankton" and "Ocean ROVers." We concluded the day with some beachside fun, including kite flying, football, and splashing in the waves, followed by a buffet dinner at a local family-owned restaurant.  Please enjoy the following reflections from some of our students and stay tuned for more! Thi N. '30 explains:  One of the most enjoyable activities we had today was to construct a ROVer. We learned about different ROVers and how they can be used in different scenarios. We also learned how to create our own ROVer using available supplies such as foams, motors, and controllers. First, we made a base for the rover. Next, we added a motor...

Hello, Bullis parents and community members! This morning, we were greeted with clear, sunny skies and a slight breeze - the perfect backdrop to our day's adventures! Please enjoy tonight's update, shared through the eyes of Mari W. '30: On our second day, we woke up and returned to Janette's Pier. We broke out into three groups, learning about wind and solar energy and squid dissection. After that, we ate delicious sandwiches by the ocean. Then, we visited the gift shop!  Finally, after a filling lunch, we hopped back onto the bus and headed for the Wright Brothers Memorial for a ranger talk for the inside scoop on the Wright's life! We saw their memorial, and the tour guide told us many interesting facts about the brothers!  Soon after, we drove to Jockey's Ridge, which is a beautiful National Park and strip of sand dunes! We had the opportunity to run around in the sand with our friends. When we returned back to the hotel, we had some chill time to r...

Good evening, Bullis parents and community members! Our 6th graders just wrapped up a delightful first day in the Outer Banks! After a smooth bus ride, we enjoyed the afternoon fishing, looking for seashells, and playing in the sand at Jennette's Pier . The day was capped off with dinner and a surprise screening of Kung Fu Panda 4. Tomorrow promises to be a day packed with adventure and learning. We're heading back to Jennette's Pier for a series of hands-on activities focused on wind and solar energy, alongside a squid dissection session. The afternoon will see us exploring the Wright Brothers Memorial and the majestic Jockey's Ridge State Park and Dunes , followed by a BBQ dinner and time to unwind. Please enjoy our group beach photo, and expect to hear updates soon from our very own sixth-grade bloggers!