Board approves Bristol Central student trip to France in February 2026
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Summary
The board approved a proposed student trip to France organized for February 2026 after the school’s traditional exchange could not take place; a tour company itinerary and fundraising options were discussed.
The Bristol School District Board of Education on Aug. 6 approved a request from Bristol Central High School staff to take students to France in February 2026 after the usual exchange program with a partner school near Paris could not take place.
Teachers Mr. Ward and Anya Rochester (French dean at Bristol Central) presented the request and described a tour-company–organized itinerary that will include Paris, Normandy and Mont Saint-Michel. Rochester said the cost to families will be higher than the traditional exchange because students will stay in hotels rather than with host families; she noted February travel and off-season pricing will help reduce costs and accommodate students involved in athletics and performing arts.
Rochester said fundraising is a possibility and that she would work with other teachers who have experience organizing fundraising events; nothing further was mandated by the board. A motion to approve the trip was made, seconded and passed by voice vote.
Why it matters: The trip provides an educational experience in world language and culture after the exchange program could not proceed; the board’s approval allows organizers to proceed with planning and any required permissions and communications.