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Board approves Grade 8 educational trip to Quebec City
Summary
The committee approved a Jan. 21–23, 2027 trip for York Middle School Grade 8 French students to Quebec City (estimated cost $995–$1,200 per student) after a presentation describing academic and cultural activities.
York School Committee members voted to approve a proposed York Middle School Grade 8 trip to Quebec City scheduled for Jan. 21–23, 2027, for French students in Grade 8.
The presenter described educational activities — Old Quebec history scavenger hunts, a sugar-shack demonstration, dog sledding with guides, and curling instruction — and said the cost per student typically ranges from $995 to $1,200 depending on the number of participants. The presenter also described hands-on learning components such as money management tasks for students and a blogging platform the travel company sets up for family updates.
A committee member moved to approve the fiscal year 27 YMS trip to Quebec and the motion was seconded; the Chair announced the vote in favor (Chair said '5 0') and thanked the presenter.
