Grenada


 * Past PO participants write about Grenada:**
 * L. Granahan (2003)** - [[file:projectoverseas/L. Granahan Grenada.pdf|L. Granahan Grenada.pdf]]
 * C. Bollinger (2003)** - [[file:projectoverseas/C. Bollinger 2003.pdf|C. Bollinger 2003.pdf]]
 * D. Wood (2003)** - [[file:projectoverseas/D. Wood 2003.pdf|D. Wood 2003.pdf]]
 * M. Sugars (2003) -** [[file:projectoverseas/M. Sugars Grenada 2010.pdf|M. Sugars Grenada 2010.pdf]]
 * L. Cudmore (2010)** - [[file:projectoverseas/L. Cudmore 2010.pdf|L. Cudmore 2010.pdf]] (page 4)
 * NSTU article (2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/NSTU article 2010.pdf|NSTU article 2010.pdf]]**
 * K. Winkler (2011) - [[file:projectoverseas/Grenada 2011.pdf|Grenada 2011.pdf]]**
 * Carriacou - M. Gogolinski (TL 2011) - [[file:projectoverseas/Carriacou (M. Gogolinski 2011).pdf|Carriacou (M. Gogolinski 2011).pdf]]**
 * S. Fricker (2012) - [[file:S. Fricker.pdf|S. Fricker.pdf]]**
 * A. Hancox (TL 2012) - [[file:A. Hancox.pdf|A. Hancox.pdf]]**


 * Tips from K. Ingram (TL 2010):**
 * **Island Information -** The capital is St. George's (population 33 000); Government is constitutional monarchy with Westminster-style parliament, Independence from UK - February 7, 1974. Grenada is a Caribbean Island, located between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad & Tobago, South of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It is 325 sq. km in area. Terrain: Three volcanic islands (Grenada and the smaller islands of Carriacou and Petit Martinique) with mountainous rainforest. A helpful website - []
 * **People -**Nationality: Grenadian(s). Population: 100 000. Ethnic groups: African descent (75%), some South Asians (East Indians) and Europeans, trace Arawak/Carib Indian. Religions: Roman Catholic, various Protestant denominations, Islam, Rastafarianism.
 * **Language**- English (official). Literacy: 95%, Natural resources:Timber, tropical fruit, deepwater harbors.
 * **Agriculture products -**Bananas, cocoa, spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger and vanilla, mace, citrus, avocados, root crops, sugarcane, corn, vegetables.
 * **Industries -**Food and beverages, textiles, light assembly operations, tourism, construction.
 * **Climate -**Grenada has a wet tropical climate. The average annual temperature is 28C that is tempered by north-east trade winds. They have two seasons: the humid and hot rainy season between June and December, and the dry season between January and May. The average annual rainfall varies from 1500-2000 mm along the coast and 3800-5000 mm in the interior mountainous region. In July and August: Average rainfall is 260-280 mm and the temperature range is 25-31C.
 * **Money**- Grenada uses E.C. currency ( Eastern Caribbean ) but happily accepts Visa or U.S. dollars in larger hotels or restaurants. There is fairly easy access to banks that have interact capabilities. There is even a Scotia Bank in St. George. You will need E.C. money in the market.
 * **Accommodations** - We stayed at the Tropicana Hotel. It has the advantage of being right around the corner (five minute walk) from Marryshow College, where the workshops were given. This is a family-owned hotel. There were hot showers, television and a mini fridge in every room. Each room also had telephones and internet connections for an additional, but minimum charge. You could catch a bus going into town to the shops or out to Grand Anse beach and the foreign-owned hotels by standing right outside the hotel. You could even walk to town and the GUT office if you had the will-power in that heat. Each room had a balcony that overlooked a marina so the views were excellent at sundown. Their website is []
 * **Electricity -**We had excellent access to electricity the entire time we were in Grenada. We didn’t have to utilize any plugs or apparatus to use our hair dryers, cell phone chargers or computer re-charging devices.
 * **Standard of living**- Since Hurricane Ivan and Emily hit in 2004 and 2005, many Grenadians are struggling to get back on their feet. There was a lot of damage done to homes, businesses and churches. It is amazing how much work has been done in restoring the infrastructure and buildings, yet there is more to do. This restoration is testament to the strength of the people of Grenada. They are still receiving help from the Peace Corp to get their internet communications back on track in the education sector. A return of the tourist trade will help them further.
 * **Taxis / Bus**- You don’t need a bus or taxi if you are doing something with the union. The union pays for a driver to take the team where they need to go. During your evenings or weekends you will probably use a bus. It is easy to get a bus in Grenada. You just have to be standing or walking on a main street and the bus (vans) will stop and ask if you need a ride. Each bus has an assigned route but you can negotiate a price if you want to go off that route.
 * **Entertainment**- The Grenada Union of Teachers will probably take you on an evening cruise on the Rhum Runner as well as a lovely welcome dinner at the Sunset Restaurant. Both outings were extremely pleasant. There are many local festivals throughout the year. You can go on numerous excursions to see many of the natural waterfalls by hiring a taxi or by making arrangements with the GUT driver. Our team enjoyed walking the trails up in the rainforest at Grand Etang. Water sports such as snorkeling, swimming are readily available. Day cruises around the island or to see the nearby turtle sanctuary are also readily available.
 * **Food**- The food in Grenada is varied and delicious. In cheaper restaurants it is more difficult to get fresh vegetables but the food is generally very good. The team strongly recommend the fish, callilou soup and lambie (conch). Some of our favourite restaurants were: The New Nutmeg, The Spices, and The Flamboyant Hotel Restaurant.
 * **Etiquette**- Opening and closing ceremonies and the welcome dinner that GUT hosts are all fairly formal. There are speeches and protocol that must be followed when addressing those present. Canadian team members should be prepared for occasions when they will be asked to address a small group without prior notice. A short, sincere comment on the pleasure at being invited to Grenada and how much they are enjoying the experience is all that is required. While teaching, the dress is usually a little more formal than in Canada. Team members wore skirts, dresses, dress pants or Capri pants. Shorts are only for the beach or the market. Footwear should be comfortable and be able to be dried out since they will get wet during some of the many rain showers that happen throughout most days. Sandals can be worn, but not flip-flops. The Canadian team should be prepared for several more formal evening events where formal attire is required.
 * **Teaching**- The summer workshop courses were taught at Marryshow College. The facility has electricity which was compatible with North America. Many of the Grenadian co-tutors used laptop computers and LCD projectors to show power point presentations or short selections from You Tube. You can arrange with the course director for what your technology needs are and you can usually get the equipment: extension cords, LCD player etc. There is a media room in the college that has a DVD and VHF player, but arrangements have to be made well ahead of time because that equipment belongs to the college. The one teaching tool they do not use is the overhead projector. Note: Some high schools have smart boards in the classroom. This is not true of the primary or rural schools. They are still fairly low-tech. The Grenadian co-tutors are wonderful professionals and the participants were open and enthusiastic. We had a lot of fun learning from each other.
 * **Other**- A visit to Grand Etang (the rain forest) is a must. There are wonderful walking trails there and the scenery is fabulous.
 * **Contacting GUT**- Grenada Union of Teachers Contact Information: Grenada Union of Teachers, P.O. Box 452, Marine Villa, The Carenage, St. George, Grenada, W.I.. Telephone: 1-473-440-2992; Fax: 1-473-440-9019.


 * Curriculum links**:
 * Art Day Plans (K. Boyle 2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/art lessons.pdf|art lessons.pdf]]
 * Management and Leadership Day Plans (2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/MGMT_and_LEADERSHIP_in_GRENADA_2010[1].pdf|MGMT_and_LEADERSHIP_in_GRENADA_2010[1].pdf]]
 * Reading Day Plans (2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/READING_in_GRENADA_2010[1].pdf|READING_in_GRENADA_2010[1].pdf]]
 * Reading List - To Spark Global Education - [[file:projectoverseas/Suggested Reading List to Spark Global Educationx.pdf|Suggested Reading List to Spark Global Educationx.pdf]]
 * Special Education Day Plans (2010) - [[file:projectoverseas/Special Education Day Plans - Grenada 2010x.pdf|Special Education Day Plans - Grenada 2010x.pdf]]
 * Technology Lessons - [[file:projectoverseas/ICT_in_GRENADA_2010[1].pdf|ICT_in_GRENADA_2010[1].pdf]]

Leadership - [] Special Education - []
 * Additional Resources:**

A. Hancox (TL 2012) - []
 * Team Links:**