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Mount Vernon high-school teacher outlines proposed 2027 student trip to U.K. and Ireland
Summary
A Mount Vernon High School social studies teacher previewed a planned 2027 overseas trip (Dublin, Belfast, Edinburgh, London) intended to remain below $5,000 per student; no formal board action was taken at this meeting beyond acknowledging the proposal.
Mount Vernon High School social studies teacher Troy Guthrie presented a proposal to take students on an overseas trip in 2027, focusing on the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Guthrie said the itinerary would include two days in Dublin, two days in Belfast, two days in Edinburgh and three days in London; the teacher said his recent trips have taken students through multiple countries and that this trip aims to "get the most bang for the buck" by scheduling several sites within a limited timeframe. Guthrie said the program tries to keep costs below $5,000 per student by offering the trip on a two-year affordability plan, with final price depending on number of participants and chaperones.
Guthrie said the trip provides direct experience tied to world-history coursework and gives students an opportunity to see places discussed in class. He answered a brief question from the board about logistics and said final costs will depend on enrollment and chaperone count. The board did not take formal action on the proposal at the meeting; Guthrie was thanked for giving early notice so families would have lead time to plan.
