Thursday, April 13, 2017

Springfield Trip Update!


Eighth Grade Students, Parents and Families,

Currently we have less than half of the 40 spots for the class trip to Springfield paid and filled. The travel company, BrightSpark, has generously extended the deadline for Ray. However, to go forward with this trip we need confirmation that parents and students will attend. To that end, we need a deposit of $20 by April 20, 2017 to confirm your spot and to continue to offer this class trip.

  • June 5 – Class Trip  to Springfield.
  • $20 deposit by APRIL 21, 2017! Full payment due by MAY 5th!
  • Total Cost per student is $132.
  • We are opening the trip to one parent per student if parents want to attend the Adult Total Cost is $138.
  • Bus, snacks, sites (including the amazing Lincoln Museum and Library, The Lincoln Memorial, The State Capitol, the Old State Capitol), dinner, and tour guide will all be included for one price. See attached information from BrightSpark Travel.
  • Please contact Mr. Albrecht if you have any questions or concerns. (lalbrecht@cps.edu)
  • THANK YOU to all who have already paid for the trip!




Participation Requirements for Class Trip:

  • An average of a C or higher in all classes
  • No student infractions that result in an in-school or out-of-school suspension
  • 80% or higher for DOJO %
  • No more than 3 unexcused absences