Solomon Great Migration

Solomon Great Migration
*Logo designed by 2011 Great Migration participant Jameese C. and her brother.

Monday, March 8, 2010

What should you pack?


Chicago Great Migration
Packing List

Always dress in layers and bring a jacket. It is often much cooler and windier by the lake than you expect, or feels colder than you think based on the temperature alone. The weather is expected to be 35-45 degrees and windy.

Friday: Your choice (on the train overnight, bring layers the train can be cold)

Saturday: School Uniform (khaki and blue polo)

Sunday: Great Migration Shirt (over a sweatshirt or thermal) and Jeans

Monday/Tuesday: Your choice (on the train overnight, bring layers the train can be cold)

List for small bag (Small Purse/Book bag):
  • Photo ID (if you have one)
  • Phone/Phone charger
  • Book/magazines
  • Headphones
  • Camera
  • Snacks
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Sunglasses
  • Small pillow or small blanket (for the train)
  • Umbrella and/or rain coat
  • Spending money/gift card (students will need this for souvenirs or additional things not already covered in the trip)
  • Class Materials
    • Great Migration folder
    • Pens/Pencils
    • Notebook/paper

List for Suitcase:

  • Walking shoes (2 pairs) - We will be walking A LOT!
  • Blue school uniform polo
  • Great Migration shirt
  • Sweater/sweatshirt x 2
  • Thermal shirt
  • Khaki pants
  • Jeans (1-2 pair)
  • Winter coat
  • Hat, Gloves, Scarf
  • Bathing suit (the hotel will have a pool)
  • Pajamas
  • Socks & underwear (one pair per day)
  • Toiletries
    • Toothbrush
    • Toothpaste/floss
    • Comb/brush
    • Shampoo, soap
    • Glasses/contacts/contact solution
    • Deodorant
    • Medication/inhalers (please tell us)
 

Remember: Whatever you bring you are responsible for. This means you will have to carry your own luggage and protect your own belongings.  Do not over pack!

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