Middle School
Trips Program

In fifth grade, students head to the Monterey Bay area, where they kayak through the rich estuarine ecosystem of Elkhorn Slough, visit the renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium, and delve into the local history of California’s coast. Their learning blends scientific investigation with human geography, fostering an understanding of the intricate relationship between people and the environment.

Sixth graders build on this foundation with a trip to Washington, DC—a culminating experience in their study of American history. There, they explore colonial life, engage directly with the workings of democracy by visiting government buildings, meet with Congressional representatives, and reflect on national identity through monuments and museums.

Seventh graders travel to Los Angeles, where they explore the intersection of art, performance, history, and urban development in one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse cities. This trip builds on Nueva’s performing and visual arts curriculum, giving students a chance to use their drama skills in interdisciplinary settings. 

As the culmination of three years of world language studies, eighth graders travel to a country where they’ve studied the language—Spanish, Japanese, or Mandarin—and participate in a homestay with a local family, attend school, and explore culturally significant sites. These trips bring their language studies to life while encouraging global awareness, cross-cultural connection, and independence.