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Parents urge action after canceled marching-band trip; board says it will work with families

Kings Park Central School District Board of Education · March 19, 2026
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Multiple parents described financial and emotional harms from a canceled marching-band trip to Florida and asked the district to fast-track refunds and an alternative trip or recognition for students. The board and administration said they are working with parents and exploring options.

Several parents addressed the board during public comment about a canceled marching-band trip that had been scheduled for Disney/Florida. Dina Zambrato, identifying herself as the mother of a student, said she and other parents submitted a letter and wanted explanations about refunds and an opportunity for the students to perform: "It was canceled ... as parents, we're hoping to get some explanations on refunds, but more importantly, we really…

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