What is this field trip? ❓
We will be taking a tour of the University of Central Florida’s undergraduate and graduate programs of video game development. Both of these programs are part of the Nicholson School of Communication and Media in Downtown Orlando. We will also be taking a tour and doing a STEM activity at Full Sail University’s video game development program located about 20 minutes from UCF’s Downtown Orlando campus.
How much does it cost for my child to attend this event? 💲
There will be no cost for students to attend this trip 🙂
Where is the event? 📍
Stop 1 🏫
UCF Nicholson School of Communication and Media Downtown Orlando
Communication and Media Building (CMB)
500 W Livingston St, Orlando, FL 32801
Click here for the location on Google Maps
Stop 2 🏫
Full Sail University
3300 University Blvd, Winter Park, FL 32792
Click here for the location on Google Maps
Who can go to this event? 🙋🏻
We are able to take 50 students from my computer science program with us on this trip. The students who get to go will be determined on a first come, first served basis. The first 50 students who turn in their completed field trip form (including signatures from parent/guardian and all teachers), will be the 50 students who get to go. The 8th graders in my Game & Sim class will have first priority because they will get forms 2 days before I hand them out to my 7th graders in Digital Discoveries.
When is the event? 🕰️
October 29, 2025 from 7:45am – 6:00pm
Students attending this trip must have transportation to get dropped off at school at 7:45am and pick them up from school at 6:00pm.
How does transportation work? 🚎
We will be taking a 56 passenger full size charter bus from ESCOT bus lines.
What’s the procedure for dropping off/picking up my child? 🚗
Students need to be dropped off at the FRONT of Barrington by 7:45am. Students need to be picked up from the BACK of Barrington at approximately 6:00pm. The pick up time could be +/- 30 minutes based on traffic. On the way back, I will text all parents with updated pick up time based on traffic.
Is it possible to be a chaperone on this trip? 👓
Yes! We need 5 parent chaperones for this trip. In order to be a chaperone, you must be a LEVEL 1 approved volunteer with the school district. Here’s information about becoming a district approved volunteer:
- Click here if you need to start a volunteer application
- Click here if you need to check your volunteer status (look at the expiration date, as long as it is after November 1, 2025, you are good to go)
- Call (813) 272-4446 if you have any other questions about volunteering
If you are interested in chaperoning for this trip please call or text me as soon as possible as there is only 5 positions available.
How will food work during this trip? 🍔
Quick Summary
- Make sure your child has a refillable water bottle.
- Pack 2 decent sized snacks.
- Pack a lunch or give your child money for McDonald’s on campus.
Specific Details
- WE ARE NOT ALLOWED TO EAT ON THE BUS
- Please make sure your child eats breakfast before dropping them off at 7:45am. We will not eat our first snack until we get dropped off at UCF (2-hour drive with no eating on bus).
- Once we get to UCF students will unload off the bus and eat their first snack before we start our tour (approximately 10:00am).
- After our tour of UCF will we drive about 15 minutes down the road and have lunch at the McDonald’s on campus of Full Sail University (approximately 12:00pm noon). Please make sure you’ve packed a lunch for your child, or that they have money to buy lunch at McDonald’s.
- After our tour and activity at Full Sail University, students will eat their second snack before we get on the bus for our drive home (approximately 3:30pm).
My child said it was ok for them to bring an electronic device on this trip, is that true? 🕹️
Yes, it is. We will be on the bus for over 4 hours, so students are encouraged to bring something to help occupy their time.
Acceptable electronic devices include:
- Phones
- Tablets
- Handheld gaming consoles (e.g., Nintendo Switch)
Headphones are required for any student wanting to listen to sound while they watch/play.
- Students may not play sound through their device’s speakers.
- If they do not bring headphones, their device must remain on silent or muted.
Students are also encouraged to bring a portable charger and charging cable to ensure their device stays powered during the trip.
What if I have more questions about this trip that weren’t answered on this page?
You have my phone number. Don’t hesitate to call or text if you have any additional questions 🙂