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Curriculum and Instruction |
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Subject:
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10.5 Approval of Gladstone Middle School (GMS) Field Trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City |
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Strategic Goals:
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1. Student Learning Every student will receive a well-rounded education that meets their
diverse needs and ensures their growth, achievement, and success. 4. Community Engagement To welcome, build, and sustain strong partnerships with students,
parents, families, residents, educational institutions,
community organizations, and the civic and business communities to
support student wellness and achievement.
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Enclosure:
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File Attachment:
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Rationale:
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GMS 7th and 8th grade students will have the opportunity to participate in a trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City, with EF Tours, from March 29 - April 2, 2026. The visit is aligned with the California History Social Science Standards and gives students first hand experience of American history. The trip will be supervised by GMS teachers and parents. This will be the second year Azusa Unified School District will be working with EF Tours. Board of Education approval is required as the trip includes overnight travel. |
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Budgetary Impact:
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The cost, not to exceed $2,884 per student, to be paid from donations, fundraisers, and Parent Teacher Organization. |
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Recommendation
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It is recommended the Board of Education approve GMS field trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City. |
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Approvals:
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Recommended By: |
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Lisa Allen - Secretary to the Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services |
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Signed By: |
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Norma Carvajal-Camacho - Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services |
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Signed By: |
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Arturo Ortega - Superintendent |
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Vote Results:
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| Original Motion | | Member Yolanda Rodriguez-Peña Moved, Member Adrian Greer seconded to approve the Original motion 'It is recommended the Board of Education approve GMS field trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0. | | The motion Carried 5 - 0 | | | | | Yolanda Rodriguez-Peña | Yes | | Adrian Greer | Yes | | Gabriela Arellanes | Yes | | Sandra Benavides | Yes | | Carlos Ramos | Yes | |
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