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Rangers in the Classroom

The Valley Forge 2012/2013 Rangers in the Classroom Season:
January - May: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday

Introduce your students to the wonders of their neighborhood national park and entice them to visit Valley Forge with their families. Park rangers teach in your classroom about the military campaign in 1777-78 when the British and Americans maneuvered and battled for control of Philadelphia, and Washington's army encamped at Valley Forge to reorganize and transform into a mature army. This program highlights the importance of Valley Forge National Historical Park in our nation's history.

This program is available to schools within a 30-mile radius of Valley Forge Park. Classes may not be combined. Multiple class sessions are available on the same day at the same school, up to a maximum of 4 class sessions per day.

Programs are reserved on a first come, first served basis. Applications must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to your requested program date and will be considered based on dates and ranger availability. Decisions will be made within one week after the submission of the application. You will receive a completed form with the reserved date and time as your confirmation.

2012/13 Valley Forge Education Program Newsletter

2012/13 Rangers in the Classroom Application

 

Trouble viewing the files?
The newsletter and application forms are in Adobe PDF format. Free Adobe Reader software allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF (Portable Document Format) files on most operating systems. You may download a free copy of Adobe Reader from Adobe Systems, Inc.

How to fill out the application form:

  • Save the pdf form to your computer
  • Fill it out electronically and save your work
  • Attach the completed form to an email or
  • Print and fax the completed form

If you have any additional questions about the programs or completing/viewing the application please call 610-783-1066.

Did You Know?

Volunteers repaint artillery on National Public Lands Day

The tradition of citizen stewardship began in the 1870s and continues every day, as park volunteers and partners participate in the ongoing work of preservation and interpretation.  Each of them shares the vision of the Park as a meaningful place.