Board approves Spanish department trip to Ecuador in 2027; estimated cost $3,483 per student
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Summary
Trustees approved a proposed out-of-country field trip for Spanish students to Ecuador (provider Explorica) and authorized posting the program so student interest and chaperone plans can be finalized; the board recorded unanimous approval of the motion.
The Marlington Local School District board on Nov. 13 approved a proposal to offer a Spanish-department field trip to Ecuador, allowing staff to advertise the opportunity and determine student interest for travel in 2027.
Superintendent Swisher described the program and said the district reviewed provider safety and chaperone ratios. "This all goes through parents, the insurance, and this is all through the parents," Swisher said, and added that the provider uses strict chaperone criteria (1:6 male/female ratios). Administrators cited an estimated cost per student of $3,483 and a tentative travel window of June 15–June 24, 2027. Swisher said the district had run similar programs pre-COVID and would not process student funds through district accounts; bookings are handled by the tour operator.
The board moved, seconded and approved the trip so staff can solicit student interest; parents must still sign all permissions and handle payments through the program. The motion was approved by roll call with all trustees present voting in favor.
Next steps: Staff will share details with the Spanish department and families; no student signups or district financial commitments were reported at the meeting.