Halfmann EF Tours

21/02/2024

Here we go again! Join me in Belize, Spring Break 2025! EF Educational travel opportunity for all Bend-La Pine Schools 24-25 high school students!

In Belize, explore two different ecosystems—jungle and coastal. Hike through lush forest and snorkel in the Caribbean before learning about the fascinating history and traditions of the indigenous Garifuna people. Visit the archaeological site of Xunantunich for a glimpse into ancient Mayan culture.

Enjoy zip lining, drum lessons, cave tubing and taco making, and other cultural experiences.

To learn more: https://bit.ly/49Jm3mO

05/12/2023

Meeting scheduled! Join Andrea Halfmann to learn more about traveling to South Korea and Japan on Tuesday, December 12, 7:00 PM! Students attending high school in 2024-25 or entering in the fall of 2025 are welcome!

For more info or to RSVP for the meeting: https://bit.ly/477fOHF

Compare the natural landscapes of two countries that seamlessly blend modern ways of life with ancient customs. Explore where cutting-edge technology meets traditional art forms in Seoul and Tokyo, and find tranquility in Busan and Kyoto. Round out your trip with even more interactive experiences, like seeing a kimono show, visiting T.um VR Station theme park, and making kimchi.

19/11/2023

19/11/2023

It's official! Join me in South Korea and Japan in June 2025! Compare the natural landscapes of two countries that seamlessly
blend modern ways of life with ancient customs. Explore where
cutting-edge technology meets traditional art forms in Seoul and
Tokyo, and find tranquility in Busan and Kyoto. Round out your trip
with even more interactive experiences, like visiting T.um VR Station
theme park, and making kimchi. More info at: https://bit.ly/477fOHF or email [email protected].

09/10/2023

Please consider signing this petition to encourage the Bend La Pine Schools to engage in meaningful and purposeful negotiations towards reaching a fair contract for our teachers and support staff.

Tell Bend-La Pine School District Administrators: Come Prepared to Bargain on October 30th

02/07/2023

Surfing lesson in Cabarete at 7 am was an early morning but lots of fun!

29/06/2023

We toured the neighborhood where the girls at The Mariposa Foundation live. Hard to see cows and chickens eating out of trash, let alone the poverty in which these girls live.

29/06/2023

Some more pictures from our morning work. The week’s theme was The Hungry Caterpillar.

29/06/2023

Our next day started with service work at Their mission: “We create sustainable solutions to end generational poverty by educating girls to become empowered young women and inspiring the international community to join the global movement. To learn more: https://mariposadrfoundation.org

25/06/2023

Surf Break Hostel in Cabarete was our home for three nights. Owned by a family from Argentina who moved here and started a surf school and opened a hostel. Great grilled pizza for dinner!

25/06/2023

High in the mountains (highest in the Caribbean) we visited a local sustainable farm, La Cumbre that is family run and supports the family community. First we drank coffee, took in the views, and learned how to milk a goat. Go Benny!!

24/06/2023

Visited Centro Leon Jimenez museum in Santiago for a little cultural education.

23/06/2023

Second stop was a pottery lesson where we made dolls, bricks and practiced using a wheel. The “faceless” dolls are very traditional and sold all around the country.

23/06/2023

Thursday morning started with a visit to Santiago. We climbed the tower to check out the views.

23/06/2023

22/06/2023

Rafting was a lot of fun! Rapids, rocks everywhere, cliff jumping and even a stop to pick fresh mangoes! Photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oRLd85at1GWTgA3-QGW3KaYcxnd3sjYN

22/06/2023

More service work at Jarabacoa Environmental Institute.

22/06/2023

Morning service project at the environmental school in Jarabacoa.

21/06/2023

Our hotel in Jarabacoa, Casa Tranquila. Basketball got a little physical! 😂

21/06/2023

Headed to Jarabacoa in the mountains of the Dominican for a service project at an environmental school.

20/06/2023

And we’re off! Our day started with a tour of the Colonial zone of Santo Domingo. The statue is of Christopher Columbus who discovered the DR. Thank you to our tour guide Rafael!

19/06/2023

Our adventure is getting a little interesting. Stormy weather in Miami caused us to be rerouted to Orlando. 😬 Stay tuned….

19/06/2023

PDX at 3:00 am, no sleep, but ready to go to the DR 🇩🇴 ! Quite an adventure already with Daniel needing a groin search in TSA and two boys so distracted they left their bags behind. Nothing a little Starbucks won’t fix. 😂

19/06/2023

Steppin ➡️ Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

11/04/2023

Spring Break 2025! Open to all Bend LaPine students who will be in high school during the 24-25 school year! Info night 5/4/23 at 6:30. To RAVP or get more info, go to: HTTPS://BIT.LY/3WYJPCG

03/04/2023

We're going to Spain in June 2024 with a group of students from Caldera HS. While educational travel is a life-changing experience, there is a cost, which can be a lot for some families. Help us raise funds by purchasing some of these amazing, recycled bags (or other products). Or, you can donate directly!

Boon Supply. Bring us your fundraising ideas & raise money for any cause. Eco-friendly products, direct donation and gifts that give back.

31/03/2023

We left for the Santiago airport at 11 pm for our long trip home. It was sad to say goodbye to Carol but we have so many great memories and hope to see her again someday!