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Students describe Italy trip and HBCU college fair and tour at board meeting
Summary
Students and administrators reported on recent international and domestic trips — a March–April Italy cultural tour and an HBCU college fair plus April campus tour — highlighting cultural learning, college exposure and on‑the‑spot acceptances from HBCU representatives.
Students and staff shared travel presentations and college‑access results at the North Brunswick Township Board of Education meeting on May 27.
Students described a March 27–April 4 Italy trip that included visits to Rome, the Colosseum, Vatican City, Florence’s Uffizi and Pompeii; presenters emphasized cultural learning, site visits and friendships formed during the travel. A student said, "If there was one word to describe this trip, I would say family," describing how the experience expanded peers’ circles and cultural awareness.
Administrators and staff summarized two HBCU opportunities: a November Malcolm Bernard HBCU college fair with on‑site admissions, and an April multi‑university tour. Staff reported that participating seniors achieved 78 on‑the‑spot college acceptances (35 students present) and that multiple students received full or partial scholarships. The district named universities visited, including Morgan State, Norfolk State, Hampton, North Carolina A&T and Delaware State.
Students reflected on the HBCU visits, describing the sense of community, cultural connection and how the experience influenced their college interest. Administrators and board members thanked staff, alumni guides and families for supporting travel programs that the district says provide life‑changing exposure.
No formal board vote or funding decision was made during the presentations; board business resumed after the showcase.
