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Colchester Public Schools
Application forApproval of Field Trip
Overview : This Form must be completed by all staff to request approval of a Field Trip
Directions
1. Complete tho brm with all applicabl6 documentation and submit to your Departsnenl Head (BAonty)and yoor AdminisFator. The
Fonh musl be submittad at least 2 wlcks prio. to th€ Field Tdp for ln-Stet6 Thps end l0 rr€k6 prlor to the Field Trip for Oul-of-State Trips.
2. lf approved by your Administrator, th€ form must be s6nt to the Assistant Supenntend€nl 6r approval.
3. lf approved by thg Assistant Superintendent. tha form will be sent to ths Superintandent for approval.
4. lf the Trip h Out-of-State, it wall b€ brought to the Boad of Educeton at thek next sch€duled Mgeting ior approval and final decisaon.
lnstructional Focus
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Field Trip lnformation
Applicant Name K\[r^i,fz- l,4ethod of Transportation f
School bk Bus Service Number
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crade(s) & croup(s 1,S;6Y , M*A 9" tU Number of Students
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Desrinarion, Sohcen&lcl-1"edl€f Nq, Phone Number frtt =zn-b26t)
DestinationAddress, )Vb W*5'11 *. hlgNq State:ilt
nme of Departure from School : (r'. *S:*-- Clothing / Equipment Required :
Tlme of Anival to School X-npn NIA
Student Cost lnformation
*Cost to Student
$ i 6l.-20
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ls+s Suggested Student Pocket Money
Supervision lnformation
1. Name: .k*';tk r l4tL.nffL-.-- Cell Phone
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List allAdult Chapero of adult chaperones to students must be at least 5 for Grades , 1:8 for Grades 3-5, 1:'10
for Grades 6-8 and 1:15 tor Grades 9-12 ('l day trips) o|l:10 (oyemight fips)
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Adminisfrator Signatures
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Prin l/Administrator oa:r- lo App t/ Denied
Assistant Superi Date roved Denied
Supenntendent Date o L I Denied
Bo ar d ol {*6ation (f ip pt ca ul e) i
Board of Education Meeting Date N0VtMBER )8, 20a5 Approved Denied
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Field Trip Instructional Plan
Field Trip Location
Reference Check : Msited Site On : OR Spoke with: lc2-
Name of Staff Completing Form : (-z-
Grade / Group Attending :
lnstructional Focus of Field Trip
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Trip Agenda/Activities
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Datefnme Location Activity
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Course Curriculum Standards:
lnterPretive: Y3, Y4 Level 2, & Electives: I can understand main ideas and some supporting details on familiar
topics from a variety of texts that are heard, read, or viewed.
. lnterculturality: lnterprets text by relying on knowledge of own culture with some comparisons to the
target culture(s)
Presentational:Y 3, Y4 Level 2 & Electives: I can communicate information and express my own thoughts about
familiar topics using sentences and series of sentences.
o Production: Produces clear and coherent written or oral presentations with level-appropriate
development, organization, and style
Course Unit Learninr Tareets for lnstructional Focus
So3 unit 3: Music and Dance: How do people connect to music?
Unit Expectations
I can describe how music connects to cultura.
I can critique a piece of art, music or dance p€rfomance and support my opinion with reasons.
I can aqree or disaqre€ with others' oDinions and exDlain whv.
Adranced Soanish ]I-210: Cuentacue]tos: Why do people tell stories?
Unit Expecaations
I can explain the lesson/moral o, a story.
I can compa re and contrast children's stories from different cuhures.
I can retell a story in my own words in Spanish.
httos://buenavi musical.com/
The musical tells the story of the legendary musicians,
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their careers, and the rich cultural heritage of Cuba. Step
into the heart of Cuba, beyond the gliE of the Tropicana,
to a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars set
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the dance floor on fire. Here, the real sound of Havana is
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born-and one woman discovers the music that will
I change her life forever.
lnspired by true events, the new Broadway musical
BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUBTM brings the GRAMMY@
Award-winning album to thrilling life-and tells the story
of the legends who lived it. A world-class band joins a sensational cast of musicians, actors, and
dancers from across the globe, for an authentic experience unlike any you've seen or heard
before. Don',t miss this captivating tale of big dreams, semnd chances, and the unbreakable
bonds of making music together.
The musical has been praised for its authentic representation of Cuban culture and its ability to
make audiences feel the passion and joy of the music. lt has wowed audiences with its
combination of emotional storytelling and vibrant musical performances'
Students in both levels will be able to use this experience to expand their intercultural understanding of I
the essential questions How do people connect to music? And Why do people tell stories? Assessments
include both interculturality comparisons and presentational writing components per the skills in each
course's cuniculum.
Esp3: Unit lnterpretive IPA: lnterculturality
Answer the following question in English. citing information from the text (that represents the target
culture) and knowledge of your culture. Make compansons and connections between the hvo. Be sure to
mention products and practices of the target culture and your own culture. Strive to mention
perspectives of both cultures too.
What is the value of music in the target cufture and how does that compare to your culture?
Eso3: Unit Presentational IPA: (Direct connections to Yellow highlighting)
Having studied Hispanic music, you know that this art form has evolved throughout history with
each generation and time period valuing and engaging with music in different ways. Each
generation's views can be very different based on their experiences. Here at Bacon Academy you
have witnessed discussions between teachers and students about using airpods and listening to
music during classwork.
Task: Write a proposal to the school Administration for a building-wide policy regarding
airpod/headphone usage in the classroom at Bacon Academy. ln your description, you may wish to
include your position on:
a The policy you recommend based on:
o The value and benefits of music
o What role listening to music plays today for your generation
o How eration with music
to music
to
The impact this new policy will have on student life at Bacon
Advd Span: lnterpretive mode : lnterculturality
ln many cultures, songs are more than just music they are a way to tell stories, preserve history and
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share values. Explain how songs in Buena Vista Social Club act as a form of storytelling. What stories or
cultural values do the musicians share through their music? How does th;s connect to the idea that songs
can preserve history and identity across generations and cultures? How does that compare to your
culture in the US?
Advd Span: Unit Presentational IPA: (Direct connections to Yellow highlighting)
Context: Your favorite story is under scrutiny and might be banned. You feel compelled to write an
article to convince others about why this story should still be in circulation and shared with fulure
generations.
Task: Write a blog article that explains why a particular story should continue to be shared..
You might wish to include
Why stories are important to people
How storytelling has evolved
have leamed from stories
BACON ACADEMY WORLD LANGUAGE NYC TRIP
ITINERARY - WEDNESDAY February 25, 2026
6:45AM BUS ARRIVES AT BACON ACADEMY 611 NORWICH AVE, COLCHESTER, CT
7:00AM BUS DEPARTS HIGH SCHOOL FOR NEW YORK CITY
ONCE GROUP ARRIVES lN NYC THEY WILL WALK- rsrv wrrr uor urrlrzE BUS uNrL DEPARI|NG Ar END oF DAy
11:00AM APPROXIMATE ARRIVAL IN NEW YORK CIW_BUS WILL DROP OFF IN TIMES SOUARE AREA
11 :30AM GROUP LUNCH AT HARD ROCK CAFE (SILVER MENUXINCIUdEd}
'1:00PM DEPART RESTAURANT, WALKING, FOR THEATER
1:3OPM GERALO SCHOENFELD THEAIER, 236 WEST 45th StTEEt, NC!.V YOTK, NY 10036 , DOORS WLL OPEN FOR SEATING
2:00PM MATINEE PERFORMANCE OF'BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB"
(SHOW RUNS: 2 HOURS 10 MINUTES INCLUDING A 15 MINUTE INTERMISSION)
4:30PM DEPART NEW YORK CITY FOR BACON ACADEMY IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING SHOW WITH
0j. oftllW ft ec'| c""vt
9:00PM :::::)I=rJ:;1:::::1"^::::fi
*PLEASE NOTE ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANYTIME FOR ANY REASON*
THE FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION HAS IMPLEi'ENTED ELECTRONIC LOGS
IN ALL COACH BUSES. THIS WILL TAKE THE PTACE OF THE PAPER LOG BOOKS. THE PURPOSE
OF THE ELECTRONIC LOGS IS TO ENFORCE THE LEGALIW OF THE BUS DRIVER HOURS. BUS
DRIVERS CAN LEGALLY BE ON DUTY FOR t5 HOURS lN ONE DAY VTIITH 10 OF THOSE HOURS
DRIVING. THEY ilUST HAVE 8 HOURS OFF BETWEEN THE 15 HOURS ON DUTY DAY. THE 10 HOURS
OF DRIVING INCLUDE ALL THE HOURS A DR]VER HAS DRMEN IN A DAY NOT JUST THOSE HOURS
RELATING TO THE ITINERARY.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
lnitial Deposit Due November 10 $120 check made out to Bacon Academy (or cash)
Final Balance Due December 19
'Payments are non-refundable unless the school cancels the trip or an altemative student is available to pay
and take the place.
'The final cost is TBD and that the cost of the trip is subject to change - because ifs determined by how many
kids sign up for the trip.
*Transportation
to and from school on the day of the trip must be ananged by the guardian. The trip will depart
on time, even if a student is missing.. The timeline of the trip mayshiftdue to unforeseen circumstances, like
traffic.
.Students will need to bring pocket money for dinner at a fast food rest stop on the way back to Colchester