UPCOMING OUTING
Students in Grades 6, 7, 8 are invited to join us for our next Cardinals on the Move outing
The Adventure Park at Sandy Springs!
Friday, May 15, 2026
We will leave the school parking lot promptly at 12:00 pm and plan to return around 5:15 pm.
The cost of the trip is $65 per student.
To secure your student's spot, please register below and complete the ADW permission form. Please have your child return the signed form to their homeroom teacher. A parent or guardian must also complete the park's online waiver in advance found HERE. Please note that the park does not accept printed waivers or cash; any snacks or retail purchases at the park must be made via card or mobile payment.
When it comes to gear, safety and "The Adventure Uniform" are key. Close-toed shoes (like sneakers or hiking boots) are non-negotiable—students in sandals, flip-flops, or heels will not be allowed to climb. We recommend clothing that fits well, as baggy clothes or dangling jewelry can get caught in the ropes and long hair must be tied back. Leather-palmed gloves for grip protection are included in the cost of the trip and will be given out when we arrive at the park. Since we will be outdoors, please check the forecast and have your student dress in layers so they stay comfortable while they are 40 feet up in the air.
The park has a food truck, but they only accept card and mobile payments. To be equitable and keep the costs down, we will eat lunch prior to leaving Little Flower and we will provide simple snacks upon leaving the park. Students are encouraged to bring water bottles, but the park does offer water to all. Just a reminder that all participants must be able to perform safety tasks independently and follow all park rules.
Finally, there is a scheduled Friday Night Lights event on the evening of May 15. It would be great if families could plan ahead and stay for the event after the trip returns.
We can't wait to see our Middle School Cardinals crush these courses!
(If parents need help affording this trip, they should contact Mrs. Mirkow directly.)
Register for the Adventure Park Outing
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
What is Cardinals on the Move?
Cardinals on the Move is a series of voluntary afternoon, evening, and weekend trips. These trips are recreational and cultural outings designed to give our students healthy opportunities to socialize and take advantage of the area that we live in.
Who is involved in Cardinals on the Move?
Only LFS middle school students may participate in these trips. The school arranges these trips and staff and parents chaperone these outings. We ask that parents pay the costs associated with these trips; and we work to keep the costs low with grants, donations, and group discounts.
Why we do this?
These trips give us the opportunity to strengthen our community and to enjoy each other in a different way than we do in the classroom. We are excited about getting off our screens, hanging out with some new friends, and exploring our city together.
How does it work?
We plan 3 to 5 Cardinals on the Move trips per year. Students may choose to go on one trip or all of the trips. Students sign up for each trip separately. The space for some of these trips will be limited. The school will arrange for buses. Once we know how many students are participating, Mrs. Mirkow will arrange for chaperones.
Where do we go?
We try to take advantage of the wonderful area we live in. We go to sports events, theater events, museums, seasonal activities, etc. Not every trip will appeal to every student, but we will try to include a fun trip for everyone over the course of the year.