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Puerto Rico for Students
Puerto Rico is a Perfect Destination for Students

Student groups looking for an international trip without the fuss should consider Puerto Rico. It’s a stunningly beautiful region rich in culture and history. Students enjoy a multiethnic experience with foods, music, and attractions without ever leaving the United States. The climate is gorgeous year-round and airfare is surprisingly affordable. Puerto Rico is a perfect […]

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new teacher planning a student trip
Tips for New Teachers Planning A School Trip

If you’re a new teacher planning a school trip, you’re probably feeling a little overwhelmed. There are so many questions, so many details to handle, and lots of deadlines to meet. The key to success is planning on a timeline! Below are some tips for new teachers planning a school trip. Depending on the unique […]

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Boston is for Students
Boston is for Students

Planning lessons that engage and interest students is hard work. Planning a student trip that does the same can be even harder! Teachers want a destination that’s educational and exciting. Students want a trip that is, well, FUN! Boston checks everyone’s boxes. Rooted in history and overflowing with fun, Boston is for students. Freedom Trail/Faneuil […]

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6 hidden gems in Atlanta
6 Hidden Gems in Atlanta

If you’re planning a student trip to Atlanta, you probably know the standard attractions. The World of Coca Cola, Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Site and the Georgia Aquarium are most likely on the itinerary. They’re fantastic stops for students! However, there are some lesser known places you may want to check out as well. […]

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Things to do in NYC
New York City is for Students

A New York City trip is a rite of passage for many students. Each year brave teachers everywhere plan Broadway shows, tours of the Empire State Building or stops in Times Square. These iconic NYC attractions are must dos! However, teachers also know that kids like to shake things up. When you’re ready to make […]

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Where and when can bands perform
Where (And When) Can Bands Perform?

St. Patrick’s Day Parade- canceled. National Cherry Blossom Festival – canceled. National Memorial Parade- you get the idea. Early 2020 was no friend to marching bands! As we wrap up a less than stellar spring, you may wonder what’s in store for next year? Where (and when) can bands perform? We don’t know what the […]

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5 reminders as you plan a student trip
5 Reminders As You Plan A Student Trip

Planning a student trip is a BIG job! As a teacher, you already have a million tasks on your plate each day. The logistics of moving kids from Point A to Point B falls somewhere around 749,000… To help make the process a little easier, here are 5 reminders as you plan a student trip. […]

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plan your 2021 student trip
Try A “Statecation” This Year

Let’s face it. It may take a minute to ease back into travel. As a group leader, you’ve probably already heard the murmurs as you plan your 2021 student trip. Parents are (understandably) hesitant about sending their children far from home. However, we know that travel remains an important part of a well-rounded education and […]

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Bring Broadway home
Bring Broadway Home

So many of us were looking forward to a spring trip to New York City and a Broadway show. Instead, this vibrant city is focusing its energy on keeping its people well and healthy. While the bright lights of Broadway are momentarily dim, bring Broadway home! The Lion King Experience This is awesome in a […]

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Holocaust virtual tours
Holocaust Virtual Tours

I was visiting with my neighbor yesterday (a street between us, of course). She’s a German immigrant who made her home in our small-town following WWII. We chatted about the state of the world and whined about finding toilet paper. She then shrugged her shoulders and said “it could be worse. We could be doing […]

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5 venues for show choirs
5 Amazing Venues for Show Choirs

Show choirs, lend me your ears (and voices)! If you’re ready to wow the crowds with vocal virtuosity, we have some great ideas for you. Here are 5 amazing venues for show choirs – each guaranteed to hit your high notes! Southern Star Music Festival Southern Star Music Festival in Atlanta is open to groups […]

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get your student trip board approved
Get Your Student Trip School Board Approved

You planned an amazing student trip and now you need school board approval to make it happen. The first thing you should know is that EVERY district is different. However, we know a few tips that may simplify the process. Wherever you teach, get your student trip school board approved by following some standard guidelines… […]

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