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Kennedy/JFK middle‑school Washington trip approved; students to lay wreath at Tomb of Unknown Soldier
Summary
The committee approved the Kennedy Middle School trip to Washington, D.C., including fundraising and student participation in ceremonies; motion carried so students can begin fundraising.
The committee approved a field‑trip proposal for the Kennedy (JFK) Middle School to Washington, D.C., including student participation in traditional memorial activities.
Why it matters: The trip is a long‑standing curricular opportunity for middle‑school students to visit federal monuments and to participate in civic ceremonies. Approval allows student fundraising to begin.
Superintendent Crowley noted the trip is annual and that students will engage in site visits and formal activities; committee member Michael Mulrenin highlighted the significance of the wreath‑laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier as a memorable experience. The committee voted to approve the field‑trip proposal so students may begin fundraising; no roll‑call vote detail was recorded in the transcript.
Discussion versus decision: The committee approved the trip (formal action). The administration will continue to supervise fundraising and logistics through standard procedures.
Ending: With the motion approved, staff may finalize plans and begin fundraising efforts for the Kennedy Middle School Washington, D.C., trip.
