Plan Your Trip to Tremont: Resources for Lead Teachers

We are excited to welcome your school to Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont. Thank you for your organization and commitment to making this trip a reality for your students.

We aim to make trip planning as easy as possible for our lead teachers. The resources below should serve as an excellent guide for your planning, but we’re always happy to talk if any questions come up. Feel free to email our registrar, Kelly, or call her at 865.448.6709 x 13.

Required Forms

These forms must be completed by the lead teacher and returned to Tremont staff in preparation for your trip. Be sure to check the Lead Teacher Checklist & Timeline for the due date of each form.

Optional Resources

These optional resources are meant to help lead teachers prepare for their trip to Tremont. Forms in this section do not need to be returned to Tremont staff.

Invite Your Principal to Join!

Learning experiences at Tremont wouldn’t be possible without the support of the school’s administration. That’s why we’re happy to invite principals to attend with their students at no additional cost. Reach out for more info.

Financial Aid Resources

There are several ways to reduce the cost of your trip, outlined here. If your school would like to apply for financial aid, please use the forms below. Return completed forms to [email protected].

We’re Here to Help!

Meet our dedicated and caring staff who will assist you in preparing to bring your students to Tremont. Reach out to our team any time; we’re here to guide you through every step of the process.

Kelly Barnes, Registrar

Kelly is your go-to expert for all logistics as you plan your trip. She’ll assist you in finding the perfect dates for your schedule and keep you on track with important deadlines. Kelly is also your resource for any questions about booking, contracts, financial aid, and payments.

Email Kelly >
(865) 448-6709 x13

Kristen Ross, Youth School Programs Coordinator

Kristen is your guide for all things related to on-campus programming. She’ll collaborate with you to build an itinerary that aligns with your school’s goals and can answer any questions about trip details, including scheduling, co-teaching, and lodging needs.

Email Kristen >
(865) 448-6709 x14

Josh Swann, Assistant Food Services Manager

Josh is your go-to person for all things related to dining. He can answer any questions about food allergies, dietary accommodations, and other meal concerns parents may have. Josh is dedicated to ensuring every student has a safe and enjoyable dining experience at Tremont.

Email Josh >
(865) 448-6709 x30

We’re Here to Help!

Meet our dedicated and caring staff who will assist you in preparing to bring your students to Tremont. Reach out to our team any time; we’re here to guide you through every step of the process.

Kelly Barnes, Registrar

Kelly is your go-to expert for all logistics as you plan your trip. She’ll assist you in finding the perfect dates for your schedule and keep you on track with important deadlines. Kelly is also your resource for any questions about booking, contracts, financial aid, and payments.

Email Kelly >
(865) 448-6709 x13

Kristen Dippold, Youth School Programs Coordinator

Kristen is your guide for all things related to on-campus programming. She’ll collaborate with you to build an itinerary that aligns with your school’s goals and can answer any questions about trip details, including scheduling, co-teaching, and lodging needs.

Email Kristen >
(865) 448-6709 x14

Josh Swann, Assistant Food Services Manager

Josh is your go-to person for all things related to dining. He can answer any questions about food allergies, dietary accommodations, and other meal concerns parents may have. Josh is dedicated to ensuring every student has a safe and enjoyable dining experience at Tremont.

Email Josh >
(865) 448-6709 x30