In June, First Tee – Silicon Valley coordinated a multi-day field trip with Las Lomitas Elementary School and Baylands Golf Links. Over the course of two days, approximately 275 students attended along with 30 parent volunteer chaperones. The students rotated between four different stations, each with their own golf skill and life skill focus. The games included students scoring points on the driving range while showing respect for their teammates and opponents, and hitting tennis balls at a coach in a snag suit with a focus on sportsmanship! This gave the students an opportunity to experience just what First Tee – Silicon Valley has to offer, as well as become familiar with their local course. During the field trip, about 200+ fliers were handed out detailing our program, and many parents expressed interest in signing their children up or volunteering themselves. The event went so well that the school has expressed interest in doing it again next year.
This field trip was the culmination of a school outreach partnership that took place over the month of May. Working with the amazing physical education teachers Trisha Nettles and Stacy Olson, First Tee – Silicon Valley Program Coordinators supported the delivery of life skill and golf game curriculum to the Las Lomitas students. Students played fun games while learning the important life skills such as respect, integrity, and perseverance. On behalf of First Tee – Silicon Valley, thank you for the support from the Las Lomitas Elementary School, Baylands Golf Links, and especially from Trisha and Stacy!
