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Board approves Costa Rica student trip and several routine action items, including statutory policy updates and donations
Summary
After questions about safety, insurance and chaperone ratios, the board unanimously approved a nine‑day student trip to Costa Rica for April 2027; trustees also approved program of studies, waived second readings for required nondiscrimination and medication policies, and accepted multiple donations.
The Madison Board of Education approved a nine‑day student trip to Costa Rica for April 2027 after extended discussion about vendor vetting, travel‑advisory levels and insurance coverage.
Curriculum committee members introduced the trip and a new one‑trimester elective, Conceptual Astronomy. TJ Salutari described the partnership with EF Educational Tours, which provides itinerary planning, on‑the‑ground support and optional trip insurance. Board members asked who would make the final call…
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