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Pennridge approves permission for Erie water polo overnight trip; district to cover transportation equivalent
Summary
Coaches requested permission for an October overnight competition in Erie; district confirmed it will cover district‑equivalent transportation costs while student fees are expected to be about $100 per participant, officials said.
The student services committee received a request from coach Kate Hanson (presented as "Miss Hanson") for permission to take the Erie High School water polo team to an interstate crossover tournament in October.
Hanson described the tournament as an opportunity for players to compete against Western Pennsylvania teams that the program rarely faces locally. She said three current employees — herself and two assistant coaches — would attend and that district policies and safety protocols would be enforced during the trip.
Committee members asked about cost. Hanson said invited students would be asked to contribute $100 each, and the committee’s transportation representative, identified as "Mr. Kenny," said the district will commit to transportation costs "to the equivalent of our transportation," meaning the district will cover standard bus transport costs but not necessarily all incidental trip expenses. Administrators said final contribution and funding details will be provided after the committee grants permission to pursue the trip.
The committee discussed the value of out‑of‑area competition for a sport (water polo) that has stronger participation in Western Pennsylvania and said the trip aligns with program goals to broaden competition opportunities.
Ending
Committee members granted permission to proceed with planning; administrators will return with full trip cost details and any additional approvals needed.
