We plan to continually expand and promote this with exciting trips for Riverstone families to opt into. Click a link below to read more about each trip.
Italy | Costa Rica | China or Taiwan | Washington DC | College Tour | Colorado
If your family is interested in sending your student on any of the following Educational Experiences next school year, please fill out the interest form below.
2025-2026 Educational Experience Interest Form
The Science of the Renaissance - Rome, Florence, Pisa
November 2-15, 2025
Offered to high school students Grades 9–12
Estimated cost: $3,000–$4,500
Riverstone International Students are invited to embark on an innovative interdisciplinary course that explores the rich tapestry of Renaissance achievements while probing the profound connections between Renaissance art, the emergent sciences, and the mathematical innovations that have shaped our understanding of the world. Prerequisite work will be required for this trip/course.
8 days during Spring Break (between March 16–29, 2025)
Offered to students Grades 8–12
Estimated cost: $3,200–$3,800
The Costa Rica Spring Break Trip is an annual trip hosted by our Spanish Department. This trip is an adventure-packed trip that focuses on Spanish-language immersion. Students can expect highlights such as rafting, Zipline adventures
8–10 days during Spring Break (between March 16–29, 2025)
Offered to students Grades 8–12
Estimated cost: $3,800–$4,800
The China or Taiwan Spring Break Trip is an annual trip hosted by our Mandarin Department. Some exciting outdoor and educational activities included on this trip may include: culture and art tours, participating as an exchange student, building traditional rafts, engaging in a community service project, exploring nature, and experiencing a day in the life in a Mandarin-speaking country. (Note: The final decision between China or Taiwan will be made according to travel advisories, cost, and interest- stay tuned!).
7 days, early summer (specific dates TBD)
Offered to rising Grade 8 students
Estimated cost: $2,300–$2,500
Riverstone's annual DC trip for rising Grade 8 students is a summer tradition that our students can't miss! We offer this trip to grade 7 students (and prospective 2024-2025 Grade 8 students) The itinerary is tied to Grade 8 curriculum. Students can expect highlights such as guided tours at Gettysburg Battlefield, Mt. Vernon and Old Town Alexandria, a biking tour around the National Monuments, exploring museums in the National Mall and learning about our nation's capital!
8-10 days, early summer (specific dates TBD)
Offered to rising Grade 9 students
Estimated cost: TBD
Explore Four corners, Mesa Verde, and Colorado mining towns. Experience train rides, mine cars, and ancient cliff dwellings. This trip will dive into Westward expansion, Native American culture, Anasazi and Pueblo Natives, Gold fever, and historic towns... Fun stuff!
More details to come, as this trip is in progress.
Middle School Summer Trip
Be on the lookout for more details on a Middle School Trip for the 2024-25 school year! Express your interest in the form below!
2025-2026 Educational Experience Interest Form
*Please note that the dates and prices are tentative until the trips are confirmed. This is based on at least 10 students committing to attend each trip.