Sudents observed the remains of settlers of San Jacinto that lived in huts that have been preserved like this one. Photo by Sarah Morales
The students moved from five station groups to each different activity. Photo by Sarah Morales
The Mission entrance had a tall cross to signify the religious aspect. Photo by Sarah Morales
Coach Mein, APES teacher, getting psyched. Photo by Sarah Morales
Dr. Frontz, AP Biology teacher and Dean of Science Dept. protects her skin from the sun with a cap. Photo by Sarah Morales
Students relaxed on benches after lunch and between stations. Photo by Sarah Morales
Students pose in front of the entrance sign of Mission San Juan Photo by Sarah Morales
Religious Statues, like the Virgin Mary featured above, were an important part of the religious aspect of the Missions. Photo by Sarah Morales
Students went on a nature hike to observe environmental relationships and identify parts of the ecosystem. Photo by Sarah Morales
The trail the students walked on the hike. Photo by Sarah Morales
Entrance to Mission San Jose Photo by Sarah Morales
Biology AP and APES students took a field trip to Mission San Juan/ The San Antonio River to study plant life, observe ecosystems, and evolution and adaptations Oct. 29 and 30. See photos from the trip above.