Additional Information from April 25th meeting:

TRANSPORTATION 

We will be traveling on clean and modern buses. For emergencies, restrooms are available on the bus. Students are expected to comply with all bus regulations. 

GUIDELINES FOR TRAVEL 

1. You may bring phones or other forms of media.  We’ve never completed a trip without someone losing something of value, so you must keep track of these items.

 2. Each student is permitted to have one suitcase, which will be loaded under the bus. You are welcome to bring snacks to eat on the bus. 

3. You may pack a small overnight bag for personal articles. It must be small enough to fit under your seat. 

4. Pack only what you need for two nights – not one week. 

5. All personal belongings should be identified. 

6. Be careful with your money. You may want to budget a little extra for these meals. You may also want some extra money for vending machines, snacks, souvenirs, and other items. We suggest $50-$100. 

Suggested Items to Bring On The Trip 

Three outfits + one dinner cruise

1 large bag to be stored under the bus

Comfortable shoes for walking

Umbrella and rain gear

Toiletries

Light Jacket

Something to listen to

Snacks (save some for ride home)

Dress Code

YES

Any pair of nice shorts or skirts (appropriate length)

Nice pants (any color) or black jeans.  Pants are not mandatory.  

Shirts:

• Collared shirts

• Any acceptable school top

Comfortable shoes - athletic shoes

NO

Hats are not recommended but allowed if brought in the case of the sun

Tank tops, spaghetti straps, shirts with bare midriffs

Sandals or flip-flops

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

1. We will return to WGMS  between 7-9. We will alert you when we start heading home. 

2. The contact information for the Holiday Inn, Two Montgomery Village, Gaithersburg, MD 20877   301-977-8900 

MEDICINES 

Students are not permitted to have medications in their possession at any time, except for epipens and asthma inhalers. All prescription medicines and over-the-counter medicines such as Tylenol, Advil, etc. will be dispensed by the nurse or chaperone with parental permission indicated on the emergency form(s) that you have filled out prior to the trip. Medicines that are administered in school will be packaged up and given to your child’s chaperone prior to the trip. Please email our school nurse, Mrs. Mansfield to discuss any special Dietary Needs or to discuss any health concerns. 

Dear Parents, Guardians, and 8th Grade Students, 

Parents, thank you for your attendance and support at our meeting. Students, thank you for continuing to behave in a manner that earns you the privilege of traveling with your classmates to Washington D.C. on May 22-24, 2024.  Below you will find instructions to ensure a safe, fun ,and educational trip. Please read all the information contained in this packet. You will need to refer to it often as the date approaches, so please save it. The cost of the trip this year is $597 per person. This is, of course, a non-profit endeavor as all funds collected will be spent on your child. The fee is all-inclusive.  If you can pay for the trip in one payment, you are able to do this. If you need to make smaller payments, that is acceptable if you are consistently making the payments. We have also offered a payment schedule for your convenience. It is imperative that the first payment is on time to determine the number of final travelers so that final arrangements can be secured.   Students who do not go on the trip are expected to be in school.  Teachers will have activities planned.  

Sincerely, 

Meagan Bellan, Principal

How to Register:

1)  Go to www.nowaktours.com and click the "Traveler Login" link at the top right.  Returning customers should sign into their account to register.

Trip ID: WGMSDC2024

Group Name:  West Geauga Middle School

Destination:  Washington, DC

Trip Dates:  May 22-24, 2024

Cost:  $597 per person (quad occupancy)

Payment Schedule:

1st Payment Due:  November 10, 2023 ($199)

2nd Payment Due:  January 24, 2024 ($199)

3rd Payment Due:  March 22, 2024 ($199)