O' In Schools
by Greg Sack, Chair, USOF Orienteering in Schools Committee
In 1996 I began working with Mike Minium, a VP in
the United States Orienteering Federation (USOF), in bringing Orienteering
to a new Montessori Jr. High program. This program starts off each year
with a camping trip to the area around Ft. Ancient in Warren Co, Ohio. The
school attempts to develop a community spirit in the participating seventh
and eighth grade students by having them share experiences camping, canoeing
or rafting and hiking while doing nature studies and reflective writing.
Then, and since, I have incorporated orienteering into this experience
on alternating years. The experience is culminated with a History O' (see link below)
that has the students answering historical questions based on their
location in the park. These events have led me to achieve my M.Ed. and
to become a high school teacher. |
Clark Orienteering picture gallery
Clark History O' article
Grant Writing article
Teacher's Kit available, free of charge, to any Education Professional, courtesy of USOF.
