“International travel helped open my eyes and become more in tune with the world around me.” -Student Traveler

“I was able to explore new horizons and see the world from a different perspective. This adventure was one of the best I have experienced.” -Student Traveler

“I will never forget how wonderful I felt when our plane landed “I will never forget how wonderful I felt when our plane landed. I learned so much about myself and for that I am grateful.” -Student Traveler

“Coming home, I feel more confident in my independence “Coming home, I feel more confident in my independence. I feel cultured and ultimately, I feel thankful for the friendships that I made on tour.” -Student Traveler

“There aren’t enough adjectives to describe this experience “There aren’t enough adjectives to describe this experience! It was utterly amazing. Incredible food, sites & experiences. Everyone must go! -Teacher

“This tour helped my students immensely “This tour helped my students immensely. Coming from a small, rural town, everything from the daily routines to the general atmosphere was mind-opening for the kids.” -Teacher

“Introverts blossomed “Introverts blossomed. Extroverts led and made sure everyone was included in the fun.” -Teacher

So what are we going to cover? Our Agenda So what are we going to cover? My travel story Where and when Our partnership with EF Tour itinerary What’s included (and what’s not) Price and how to enroll Tonight’s meeting will cover

My name is 6th Year at Dickerson ELA and Reading Part of my family is from Italy, so I’m excited to visit the motherland

Our amazing chaperone Joel Atchison—AP at Murdock, previously at Simpson MS

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A 9 Day Tour – Venice, Florence, Rome and More! Let’s go to… Italy ✈ A 9 Day Tour – Venice, Florence, Rome and More!

EF Educational Tours Our travel partner World leader in international education 50+ years of experience 500 schools & offices in 53 countries Accredited, just like a school! Guaranteed lowest price

Simpson Middle School Durham Middle School Campbell High School

Let’s talk safety We’ve got you covered! EF provides our group with 24/7 Tour Director Local presence 24-hour emergency line Peace of Mind Policy Support for my safety policies

Meet students from around the country Group Travel Meet students from around the country Keeps our tour affordable Allows more students to see the world Make lasting friendships Tour and departure flexibility match us with other groups

Educational Resources Preparing for life after high school HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT COLLEGE CREDIT COLLEGE APPLICATIONS Earn credit with a personal project Do college-level work and earn 3 credits Use your tour to inspire your personal essay

What we’ll see, do, eat, and experience Our Itinerary What we’ll see, do, eat, and experience What are you excited about?

VENICE FLORENCE ASSISI ROME

HIGHLIGHTS Enjoy a Venetian glass-blowing demonstration Visit the Doge’s Palace Walk the Ponte Vecchio See the Duomo Visit the Basilica of St. Francis Explore Vatican City See the Spanish Steps See the Trevi Fountain Enjoy Local Food

It’s more than an itinerary Travelers have said…

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