RJES Sea Week Permission Slip 2026

  • RJES Sea Week Permission Slip 26

  • Hello RJ Elementary Parents,
  • Sea Week this year will be the week of May 18th-22nd. Sea Week grew from a grassroots effort in Juneau in 1968 into a statewide curriculum to support teaching Alaskan students about their local water systems. This includes learning about three main areas: culture, science, and stewardship.

  • What should your student bring during Sea Week?

    • ***Please write your name on all personal items just in case anything gets lost/left behind.***

    • backpack & water bottle

    • extra shoes & change of clothes (especially socks)

    • rain gear & boots

     

    What should your student leave at home?

    • ***If any of these items are brought to school, they will remain at school while we are at the beach.***

    • cell phones & other electronics

    • toys

    • fishing gear

    • swimsuits (we will not be swimming)

  • Safety is top priority on the beach. Expectations will be reviewed with students prior to Sea Week. Staff, students and volunteers will all be expected to follow school rules and Ts'msyen Ayaawx. Students who fail to uphold these expectations will be required to sit out at school for at least one day in order to complete a reflection activity and demonstrate they can be safe in the outdoor environment.

  • Ts'msyen Ayaawx

  • Łoomsk (Respect):

    • I will listen to my teachers and any elders who may come in and speak to my class during Sea Week.
    • I will follow directions quickly and safely. 

    Loodis lip'nuun (Respect Yourself): 

    • I will care for my body, mind and spirit.
    • I will be safe when moving through the environment and in nature.
    • I will dress appropriately for the weather and the activity. 

    Łooda Sila Gyedn (Respect Others):

    • I will respect all people and treat them with kindness.
    • I will use my words and body safely around others.

    Łooda txanni goo (Respect All Things):

    • I will respect the ocean, land and all its creatures.
    • On harvest days, I will harvest ethically and with care for the creatures.
    • On science days, I will examine living things carefully and leave their habitat intact.

    Gyilks ama niisgn (Take Care of Yourself):

    • I will take care of my things and my class's things.
    • I will keep my body healthy with water and food.
    • I will care for my name by acting responsibly.

  • Please fill out and return no later than May 14th.

    By signing, you and your student understand the expectations, and you consent to your child participating in Sea Week.

  • Date:*
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  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • I agree to the expectations and give permission for my child to participate.*
  • My child has tried shellfish before (please circle one):*
  • My child has been stung by a bee before (please circle one):*
  • My child may try seafood/plant foods at the beach (please circle one):*
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