School board approves student council conference and Outdoor Adventure Club overnight hike

The school board voted unanimously to approve two student overnight activities presented during the meeting.

Student council: The student council requested permission to attend the New Hampshire State Fall Conference at Waterville Valley. The student council representative described opportunities to network with other schools and bring back leadership ideas. The board confirmed the trip is student‑paid at $250 per student (roughly $200 conference fee, $50 bus), with additional fundraising planned; the motion to approve was made by Don and seconded by Jack and carried unanimously.

Outdoor Adventure Club: The Outdoor Adventure Club sought approval for a December 6–7 winter hike into Crawford Notch (two‑day, one‑night). Presenters said grants and partnerships would cover transportation and equipment: the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is providing gear and a grant is covering transportation. Board members pressed on safety and rescue coverage; one member asked whether the group would have a 'Safe Hiker' or rescue‑coverage card, noting rescues can generate large bills if hikers are unprepared. Administrators said they would verify whether AMC covers rescue insurance or whether the district should provide coverage. The motion to approve the trip was made by Sean and seconded by Paul and passed unanimously.

Both approvals included conditions of normal district oversight and parents’ involvement; staff were asked to confirm rescue/insurance arrangements for the Outdoor Adventure Club before the trip.