Social Studies Field Trips

MCPS TV Studio

Image courtesy of MCPS TV Studio

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC

NAME: MCPS TV Studio
STREET: 850 Hungerford Dr.
CITY: Rockville	STATE: MD	ZIP: 20850	COUNTY: Montgomery
PHONE: 301-279-3141		FEES: None
HOURS AND DAYS: Monday and Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm
METRO:

GRADES: K 1 2	UNITS: G&S, P&C, School, Shelter, Trans/Com
CONTACT: Dick Lipsky	PHONE: 301-279-3141 or 3589
TYPE: TV Studio	FEES: None
DAYS: M F	HOURS: 8:30 am - 5 pm as arranged
LUNCH: Grassy area or cafeteria
GROUP SIZE: 1 class of 20-25
HANDICAPPED ACCESS: yes
LENGTH OF TOUR: 45 minutes to 1 hour

DESCRIPTION: See television studio and equipment where MCPS TV shows are produced. Tour includes: explanation and observation of editing, control room, cablecasting, studio taping, students on camera for production, Q and A session. Classroom visit tailored to student interest. Requires several weeks notice. Teacher should call and arrange directly with the coordinator. Individual arrangements will be made. Can discuss TV careers, technology.

RESOURCES

• MCPS Activity Plan For This Field Trip Site

  Field Trip Planning Tools

  • MCPS Field Trip Checklist
  • Items to Bring on the Trip
  • Field Trip Tips
  • Tips for Primary Grades

  Internet Sites

  • http://www.mcps.k12.md.us/departments/mcpstv/