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As recognition for their outstanding academic and citizenship achievements, students who qualify for 6th Grade Honor Society and 7th–8th Grade CJSF are invited to apply for a spot on one of our overnight educational field trips. Each trip has a limited number of spaces available, so submitting an application does not guarantee a spot. If more students apply than we are able to accommodate, students will be selected through a lottery system. Please see the tab for each trip to learn more about the specific program and expectations.
When the application period opens, please be sure to review the application materials carefully so that you fully understand what each trip entails before submitting an application.
8th Grade – Yosemite (Fall):
Students who qualify for CJSF may apply for a spot to attend NatureBridge in Yosemite National Park. This six-day experience includes daily hikes ranging from 4–10 miles and hands-on classes in geology, natural history, ecology, and conservation. Students must be in excellent physical health to participate. Please see the Yosemite tab for more details. ESTIMATED cost for the Fall of 2026: $1,180.00.
7th Grade – Catalina Island Marine Institute (Fall):
Students accepted into Honor Society may apply for a spot to attend a three-day program at CIMI on Catalina Island. This program focuses on marine biology and other science-related studies through immersive, field-based learning. Please see the Catalina tab for more details. ESTIMATED cost for the Fall of 2026: $515.00.
6th Grade – AstroCamp (Spring):
Students accepted into Honor Society may apply for a spot to attend a three-day program at AstroCamp in Idyllwild. Activities include astronomy, physics, and related sciences, offering students a unique hands-on learning experience. Please see the AstroCamp tab for more details. ESTIMATED cost for the Fall of 2026: $545.00.
Important Information
Limited Spots: A.E. Wright has a limited number of reserved spots for each trip. Not all students who apply may be able to attend.
Eligibility and Priority: Students who qualify for CJSF/Honor Society will receive priority registration for these trips. However, due to the limited number of available spots, not all eligible students may be able to attend the trip.
Voluntary Trip: All Honor Society trips are voluntary and funded entirely through parent contributions. Please review the trip costs, descriptions, and parent/student meeting dates ahead of time so your family can plan accordingly.
Lottery and Waitlist: If more students apply than there are available spots, the school will first work with the camps, bus company, and school district to see if additional spaces can be added. If that is not possible, a lottery will be conducted among students who submitted their applications by the deadline. A waitlist will also be maintained.
Refund Policy: If a student must withdraw due to illness after a published deadline, refunds will be issued minus any non-refundable transportation and camp deposits.
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