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Board approves 8th-grade field trip to Washington, D.C., and Virginia; cost $1,464 per student
Summary
The board approved a May 18–21, 2027 field trip for selected 8th-grade social studies students; the trip cost is $1,464 per student (student-funded) and scholarships through WorldStrides are available; trustees approved the motion by roll call.
The Dearborn Heights School District #7 Board approved an 8th-grade social studies trip to Washington, D.C., and Virginia, scheduled to depart May 18, 2027 and return May 21, 2027.
During superintendent's reports the trip was described as linked to the U.S. history curriculum and an opportunity for students to see documents, memorials and battlefields studied during the year. The board recorded the cost per student as "$1,464 which is student funded," and noted scholarships are available through WorldStrides; the company also offers a Gift of Education fundraiser program to reduce costs for students.
Trustees voted by roll call to approve the trip; administration and trustees commented on student behavior from past trips and the value of the experience. The board did not discuss specific eligibility criteria in detail at the meeting; staff said they will continue enrollment and permission processes.
