So You're Ready To Go? Great!

Let's see about getting you signed up. There are only a few steps to get registered for the trip of a lifetime.

It's super simple. Where do you start? Read on!

step 1

Please make sure you're on our mailing list. It's important that we know you want to join us and that we are able to reach out to you with trip Information, payment information, or other matters related to your travel experience. If you aren't already, hop on that list today.

step 2

If you've already got one, great. If you don't, set an account up on MyPaymentsPlus, the district's payment portal. There you can get your down payment in and begin making further payments according to the payment schedule laid out in the system or as you are able. Look for EVENTS & ACTIVITIES then STUDENT TRIPS. If there is ever a problem with payments, please let us know as soon as possible. We'll help you sort it out.

step 3

There is no step 3. You're in! We're excited to be guiding you on your journey to one of the most gorgeous and exciting places in the world!

Next and MOST IMPORTANT:

Get that passport going! We'll be in touch.

need some help planning out your payments?

Sometimes breaking payments into smaller chunks makes the goal feel more attainable. Here is a suggested payment structure (and all the other financial information) that can help you do just that, get to Italy for the trip of a lifetime! We hope this helps!

downpayments - may 15, 2024: $595
payment 1 - july 1, 2024: $750
payment 2 - september 1, 2024: $750
payment 3 - november 1, 2024: $750
payment 4 - february 1, 2025: $750

a quick word on meetings

As we plan and arrange your trip, we'll start out with two informational meetings for anybody interested in traveling. These meeting dates are always communicated well ahead of time. If you came to one of these meetings, great! If you're unable to attend, don't worry! We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have. Just drop us an email.

And of course - you can STILL go!

Just get on the mailing list and get signed up following the steps above.

Stay tuned for our upcoming informational meetings for 2025. Look for an email and/or announcement about those meetings in the shortly after winter break.

Our final meeting usually takes place about three weeks to a month out from travel. We ask that all travelers make every effort to be at this meeting. This is where we'll take care of travel-critical matters such as travel document verifications, student travel forms, student medicinal needs, et cetera.

one last thing... fundraising

We are often asked about fundraising opportunities for the trip. While we're not opposed to larger group opportunities, we've found, through various attempts in the past, that many of the traditional fundraisers were a whole lot of work for very little return. Candle, chocolate, or other tchotchke sales often leave kids frustrated and parents stuck with the lion's share of the work. We won't do that to them or you.

We're always open to hearing about new opportunities but our best advice about fundraising is to get a part-time job (if possible), shovel snow, rake leaves, and so on.

If you have other ideas, we're more than happy to chit chat. Drop us an email and we can set up a time for a call.

Contact Rob Susel or John Phillips for more information
rsusel @ kentschools.net jphillips @ kentschools.net