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Board to place AP student field trip to Washington, D.C., on consent agenda
Summary
AP US History and AP American Government teachers requested approval for an out‑of‑state field trip Jan. 15–18 for about 50–70 students, proposing bus plus regional flight, fundraising and a student‑led funding model with provisions to assist students who cannot pay.
AP US History and AP American Government teachers asked the Coffee County Board of Education to place an out‑of‑state class trip to Washington, D.C., on the consent agenda. The proposed travel dates are Jan. 15–18, with a bus to Savannah and a small regional flight to Washington, D.C.
The teachers said the itinerary would concentrate on Smithsonian museums, national monuments including the Vietnam and World War II memorials, and Arlington National Cemetery. They estimated they would take 50–70 students (maximum ~70) and proposed funding primarily through student fundraisers, including Coca‑Cola sales, while creating a surplus fund to subsidize students with financial need. One teacher offered to make a personal donation if necessary to ensure access for students who otherwise could not afford to attend.
Board reaction: Members applauded the educational value of seeing foundational documents and sites tied to AP curricula and agreed to place the trip request on the consent agenda for approval at the regular meeting.
Next steps: The request will appear on the consent agenda; staff will finalize logistics and any scholarship or subsidy arrangements before departure.
