or trips that are part of an extracurricular activity.

Educational trips that provide enrichment experiences include, but are not limited to, trips outside the borders of the U.S. Educational trips that supplement the curriculum include, but are not limited to, visiting museums and zoos and going to theater productions, business/industry tours, cultural exhibits, and nature centers. In order to be eligible to serve on an overnight student travel trip, all chaperones must meet the requirements in the Board’s Volunteer Policy, Section 801.2, which includes a criminal background and a tuberculosis check.Įducational trips: Educational trips are designed (1) to provide students with knowledge and experiences to supplement their curriculum or (2) to provide enrichment experiences. Chaperones must be at least 18 years old. Chaperones may include certified teachers, educational support personnel, or parents or other volunteers. DefinitionsĬhaperone: Chaperones are assigned to a trip by the principal to assist with the supervision of student behavior and group activities. The objectives of this policy are to: (1) establish requirements for student travel and trips to ensure the safety and well-being of students and chaperones and (2) establish a uniform set of procedures that govern the travel approval process. The policy was posted for public comment from Jto July 16, 2021. The policy was amended to update department names, correct departmental involvement, and reference updated safety guidance. That the Chicago Board of Education (“Board”) amend Board Report 10-0526-PO1 Student Travel Policy.

THE INTERIM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER RECOMMENDS

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