experiential trips
From 4th to 8th grade, students travel for experiential cultural and/or ecological trips, culminating in the 8th grade Israel experience.
![The 8th Grade Israel Experience]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1591591379/brandeishillel/o0abps4ovsihdrlp87rj/P1000266.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1591591379/brandeishillel/o0abps4ovsihdrlp87rj/P1000266.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1591591379/brandeishillel/o0abps4ovsihdrlp87rj/P1000266.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1591591379/brandeishillel/o0abps4ovsihdrlp87rj/P1000266.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1591591379/brandeishillel/o0abps4ovsihdrlp87rj/P1000266.jpg","width":1344}])
At Brandeis Marin, we believe that a meaningful connection to Israel is an essential part of a vibrant Jewish education. Each spring, our 8th graders embark on a transformative journey to Israel—a signature Brandeis Marin experience that brings their years of Jewish Studies to life.
![Habitat Explorations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764806717/brandeishillel/wfjscdcejohcvwhdepcr/habitats.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764806717/brandeishillel/wfjscdcejohcvwhdepcr/habitats.png","width":500}])
Our 2nd graders had a wonderful time at the Academy of Sciences last week!
![4th and 5th Enjoy Sierra Learning Adventures]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747241407/brandeishillel/e9euxlcbaujvpx47drmp/45SOS.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747241407/brandeishillel/e9euxlcbaujvpx47drmp/45SOS.png","width":500}])
Last week the 4th and 5th grade classes headed to Sonora, California, in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills, for their outdoor education trip at the Sierra Outdoor School.
![An Eye-Opening Day on Angel Island]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745431743/brandeishillel/ezjkc0w82w3avel51xla/angelisland.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745431743/brandeishillel/ezjkc0w82w3avel51xla/angelisland.png","width":500}])
The 5th grade recently took the ferry out to the Angel Island Immigration Museum to enrich their study of the immigrant experience in the United States.
![The Power of Nature]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745430674/brandeishillel/ba3ymojmdev6wea7o0c5/naturebridge.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745430674/brandeishillel/ba3ymojmdev6wea7o0c5/naturebridge.png","width":500}])
Before our Passover break, the 6th grade enjoyed 3 days and 2 nights out in the beautiful Marin headlands to engage in learning with Nature Bridge, an environmental science program.
![Ashland Explorations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743190987/brandeishillel/jfwkor4cl8fvw8iamns6/ashland.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743190987/brandeishillel/jfwkor4cl8fvw8iamns6/ashland.png","width":500}])
Earlier this week, the 7th grade headed to Ashland for an exploration of drama, discovery, and plenty of fun!
![8th Grade Goes to Panama]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741208527/brandeishillel/yyus7nwzlpjdrgaxs8lb/8thtoPANAMA.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741208527/brandeishillel/yyus7nwzlpjdrgaxs8lb/8thtoPANAMA.png","width":500}])
This once-in-a-lifetime journey offers a unique blend of hands-on learning, cultural exploration, and personal growth.
![The Play's the Thing!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712861833/brandeishillel/bl93hvq4pkccu01znhlj/ashland.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712861833/brandeishillel/bl93hvq4pkccu01znhlj/ashland.png","width":500}])
Last week, our 7th grade class made the trek north to Ashland, Oregon, to experience the world-class theater program at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.