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School committee approves 8th-grade Washington, D.C., trip with financial-access assurances
Summary
The committee approved the 8th-grade Washington, D.C. itinerary and emphasized insurance and measures to ensure no student is prohibited from attending due to cost; staff said alternative on-campus activities will be provided for non-participating students.
The School Committee voted to approve the 8th-grade educational travel itinerary to Washington, D.C., after reviewing curriculum connections, pricing, and contingency arrangements for students who do not attend.
Superintendent Mark Branko presented the itinerary and told the committee they had included travel-insurance options and plans so that "no 1 is prohibited from attending based on finances." Committee members asked about participation rates and logistics; staff said they will provide an alternative in-district program for students who do not travel and will return with any additional participation details if requested.
The motion to approve the trip was moved and seconded and passed by voice vote. Staff also thanked Robin Crocker and the educators who organized the trip and noted that the district will work to ensure equitable access.
