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Board approves 8th‑grade trip to Boise for Future City competition
Summary
The board approved an out‑of‑state trip for 12 8th‑grade STEM students to attend the Future City regional competition in Boise (Jan. 9–11, 2026); the board and Booster Club will cover costs and the teacher provided itinerary and waiver details to parents.
The Helix School Board approved an out‑of‑state trip for the 8th‑grade STEM class to participate in the Future City regional competition in Boise, Idaho from Jan. 9–11, 2026.
Ms. Rachel Gavin said 12 students expressed interest and that the School Board and Booster Club agreed to fund the travel so families will not be asked for additional money. The motion to approve the trip was made by Friday Bracher and seconded by Bobby Corey; the motion carried 4–0 with one member absent. The teacher provided a travel itinerary and indicated the trip is contingent on roads and weather.
Gavin asked parents to complete the Future City waiver form that allows organizers to use student images and work, and she noted chaperone plans and a draft itinerary were sent to families. Board members welcomed the competitive STEM opportunity and noted they appreciated district and booster funding that removed financial barriers for families.
