Flashpoint Training is excited to welcome you to our event. Our facilitators, along with Toronto Zoo staff will ensure your students have opportunities to participate in our mixed media and diverse learning techniques. They will be actively involved in various games, activities and exercises, providing different avenues for learning. Physicality is always part of the day. We provide a high energy, interactive training session including music, video and team building exercises.
The Top 5 Things You Need to Know About Today
1| ARRIVAL TIMES
- Plan to arrive at 9:30 AM.
- Programming starts at 10:00 AM
- Programming concludes at 2:00 PM
- Your event takes place on one of the following dates:
- Wednesday, November 20th, 2024
- Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
- Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
- Wednesday, May 7th, 2025
2| LOCATION and ACCESSIBILITY
- The Toronto Zoo is located at 2000 Meadowvale Road, Toronto.
- Our SPE -ICE Event will take place in the Learning Auditorium. The Learning Auditorium is a 5-minute walk from the bus drop off location.
- Due to the construction of the new Community Conservation Centre at your Toronto Zoo, we will be rerouting guests to a new temporary front entrance. When you arrive, please follow the on-site signs which will direct you through the Kids Zoo Discovery Zone.
- The Toronto Zoo is equipped with many accessible features. CLICK HERE to learn more about visitors with disabilities or special needs.
3| PARKING
- The drop-off loop has been re-positioned due to a multi-year Front Entrance construction project. The access point is the same and signage will direct you to the passenger Drop-Off Loop.
- Buses may park in the designated bus parking lot.
4| STUDENT SUCCESS
- Please ensure students are briefed on our Tips for a Successful Day
5| NEED HELP?
- Contact Rebecca at 647-992-9684
Your Detailed Itinerary
| 9:30 AM | Student Arrival Washrooms if necessary |
| 10:00 AM | Prompt Start Welcome and Icebreaker Breakout into Groups Introduction to ICE – Innovation Creativity and Entrepreneurship |
| 10:30 AM | Presentation from The Toronto Zoo’s Learning and Engagement Team Learn about the importance of biodiversity Take a look at Canada’s endangered species Explore how different SHSM sectors relate to The Toronto Zoo’s conservation efforts for wildlife populations Understand how a non-profit organization operates Learn about how ICT plays a critical role in customer experience, animal welfare and research at The Zoo. Discover Career Paths at the Toronto Zoo |
| 11:15 AM | ICE Challenge Question Provided Brainstorming session |
| 11:45 AM | Health Break |
| 12:00 PM | Working Lunch Continuation of Ice |
| 1:15 PM | Presentations Evaluations Awards |
| 2:00 PM | End of Formal Programming Free Time to explore the Zoo. The Zoo closes at 4:30 PM. Please dress appropriately for weather conditions. CLICK HERE to access a printable Zoo Map Students may opt to download the Toronto Zoo App to enhance their experience. CLICK HERE to download the APP |
Sneak Peak:
Expectations for the Day
Allergies
- Flashpoint Training does not accommodate food allergies. Students with allergies are welcome to bring their own lunch and any medication they may require. Vegetarian and gluten free options are provided.
Water Bottles
- We encourage students to bring their own reusable water bottle. Flashpoint Training will not be providing bottled water.
Student Behaviour
- Teacher partnership is required to assist in supervision and behaviour management at all times.
Arrivals and Departures
- Detailed parking, door entrance and meeting room information will be provided to you prior to the event. Please take a few moments to ensure you are familiar with these locations prior to the date of your selected event(s). Teachers will be responsible for bringing students to the assigned meeting room(s).
- Formal programming will start promptly at 10:00 AM and conclude at 2:00 PM. Students may arrive late or leave early but are expected to enter or leave the room quietly to avoid disruption to other participants. In these circumstances, students may miss some elements of the day. *We strongly recommend planning for early arrival to allow for traffic concerns.
Communication
- On the day of your event you may receive notifications of changes/reminders via phone call and/or text message. The cell number you provided when you registered for this event will link you directly to our field trip team on site for the day.
How to Ensure Student Success
We get it! Students don’t like email, so no matter how many times the information is sent their way it doesn’t always make it to them. We kindly request that you help prepare your students for the day by sharing the following with them prior to attending our event. A great way to communicate this message is to read it directly before entering the Toronto Zoo.
What exactly are we doing today?
Flashpoint’s Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship (ICE) exercise is the process of finding real-world solutions to authentic challenges. During your session today you will tackle the ICE process and work collaboratively in teams to solve a problem provided by our partners at the Toronto Zoo. Once your team has identified your solution, you will be asked to present it for evaluation. Throughout the day you will have an opportunity to work on a multitude of skills such as communication, organization, leadership, public speaking, time management and critical thinking.
Student Code of Conduct
Cell Phone Use
- In accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Education, students must keep their cell phones silenced and out of sight during class time. Students that do not extend this courtesy to their fellow students and presenters will be asked to leave the room.
Late Arrival / Early Departure
- Formal programming will start promptly at 1000 AM and conclude at 2:00 PM. Students may arrive late or leave early but are expected to enter or leave the room quietly to avoid disruption to other participants. *We strongly recommend planning for early arrival to allow for traffic concerns.
- In these circumstances, students may miss some elements of the day.
Behaviour
- Students are expected to act a safe, positive and respectful manner.
- Students participating in incidents such as slurs, jokes, threats, use of derogatory language or intimidation that promote racial/ethnic bias or homophobic/sexual harassment will be asked to leave.
- Students are expected to behave in a way that promotes learning for everyone.
- Students may be required to listen to a short safety briefing if deemed necessary by the host facility on the day of the event.
Certificates of Completion
- Facilitators may elect to withhold certificates of completion if a student does not abide by the Code of Conduct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still looking for additional information? You can visit our Frequently Asked Questions or contact our Event Coordinator Rebecca Earl at rebeccca@flashpointtraining.com or 647-992-9684