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Board approves Spanish Club trip reconsideration to Costa Rica
Summary
The New London School District board approved a motion to reconsider the Spanish Club’s foreign travel destination for 2027 and approved a proposed Costa Rica trip; the presenter said the Costa Rica option would be roughly $600–$700 cheaper per student than the Spain itinerary, depending on final numbers.
Signora Salski presented a reconsideration request from the New London High School Spanish Club for a foreign‑travel destination in spring 2027, proposing a Costa Rica itinerary in place of the previously planned Spain trip.
Salski told the board the program would keep the same travel company and time frame but would reduce family cost by an estimated “$600 to $700” per student if sufficient students enroll. She described itinerary highlights — rainforest ecology lessons, host‑family stays, a coffee‑plantation visit, a beach day and cultural exchanges — and said the program aims to blend student interests with learning opportunities.
A board member moved to approve the 2027 Spanish Club foreign‑travel reconsideration to Costa Rica; another member seconded. The chair called for a voice vote, members signaled assent and the chair stated, “The motion passes.” The board discussed that the trip would not spend district funds unless members chose to underwrite a student; no district expenditure was reported.
The board did not record a roll‑call vote for this item in the transcript. The district will proceed with finalizing details based on student registration and exact pricing.
Signora Salski said the per‑student cost range depends on total participants (lower costs with 20 students versus higher per‑student cost with smaller groups).
