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D97 officials propose eighth-grade trip to Nashville; board raises access and safety questions
Summary
District staff proposed an eighth-grade trip to Nashville after a student vote favored that destination. The board discussed participation rates, projected costs, and equity and safety concerns; no final approval was recorded—vote planned at a later date.
District staff presented a proposal for the Oak Park Elementary School District 97 eighth-grade field trip to Nashville, Tenn., at the Sept. 16 board meeting after students voted between two options. The presentation and subsequent board discussion focused on participation trends, costs, accessibility for students who qualify for free and reduced-price lunch, and safety and inclusivity concerns.
Overview and vote: Staff said 73% of the eighth-grade class participated in the student vote and 53.1% of those students chose Nashville as the destination. The trip is tentatively scheduled for March; staff said they planned to finalize details in October if the board gives direction.
Costs and equity: Staff reviewed past participation rates (45% in…
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