Grade 9 Trip Madeline Symonds Middle School Québec

Québec City and Montréal Departure ➺ Wednesday, June 15 th, 2016 Arrival ➺ Sunday, June 19 th, 2016

Purpose of the trip Classroom instruction and activities are varied and often supplemented with field trips, which take the students away from the more traditional, formal setting. Travel is generally recognized as a significant educational experience. Our proposed trip to Montreal-Québec targets numerous GCO’s. Social Studies: Citizenship, Power, and Governance GCO: Students will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship and the origins, functions, and sources of power, authority, and governance. Culture and Diversity GCO: Students will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of culture, diversity, and world view, recognizing the similarities and differences reflected in various personal, cultural, racial and ethnic perspectives. Individuals, Societies, and Economical Decisions GCO: Students will be expected to demonstrate the ability to make responsible economic decisions as individuals and as members of society. Time, Continuity, and Change GCO: Students will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the past and how it affects the present and future. Science GCO: Students will develop an understanding of the nature of science and technology, of the relationships between science and technology, and of the social and environmental contexts of science and technology. GCO: Students will develop the skills required for scientific and technological inquiry, for solving problems, for communicating scientific ideas and results, for working collaboratively, and for making informed decisions. GCO: Students will construct knowledge and understandings of concepts in life science, physical science, and earth and space science, and apply these understandings to interpret, integrate, and extend their knowledge. GCO: Students will be encouraged to develop attitudes that support the responsible acquisition and application of scientific and technological knowledge to the mutual benefit of self, society, and the environment. Healthy Living Strategies for Positive Personal Development and Healthy Relationships GCO: Students will be expected to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to live happily and productively as an individual, within a family, and within the community

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Estimated time of departure from MSMS ⇢ 6:00am On route, we will make various stops on the way. Driver and students require a break every 3 hours Lunches and dinner will be on route Estimated time of arrival in Montréal ⇢ 9:00pm Itinerary A finalized and detailed itinerary will be available prior to departure Chutes Montmorency Basilique de St-Anne Château Frontenac View from Mont-Royal Bell Center

First stop...Montréal Sites and activities planned for this portion of the trip. ● Biodome (ecological living museum) and The Montréal Tower Observatory (World’s tallest inclined tower) ● Underground City for Shopping (in the morning) ● Visit home of the Habs at the Bell Centre ● Guided tour with leader of old Montréal. ● TOHU, circus school graduates perform their year end show! ● Trip to the top of Mont Royal and walk to the Chalet de la Montagne for a view of city landscape ● OF course... La Ronde! Please note that sites and activities are subject to change based on availability. Departure from Montréal on Friday, June 17th to Québec- 8:00pm Arrival in Québec - 10:45pm Timeline for this portion of the trip → Wednesday, June 15th Thursday, June 16th Friday, June 17th Hotel Accommodations: Sandman Longueuil Hotel 999, Rue de Sérigny, Longueuil. ( )

Second stop...Québec Sites and activities planned for this portion of the trip. ● Sugar Shack ● Visit of the Sainte-Anne shrine (observation of beautiful mosaic) ● Montmorency Falls ● Guided tour with our leaders of old Québec (Chateau Frontenac, Cap Diamant, Plains of Abraham) ● S.S Louis Joliet for a dance boat cruise Please note that sites and activities are subject to change based on availability. Departure from Québec on Sunday, June 19th- 9:15 am Arrival at MSMS - 10:30pm Timeline for this portion of the trip → Saturday, June 18th (very full day!) Hotel Accommodations Delta Québec 690 boul. René Lévesque Est, Québec, 1(418) S.S. Louis Joliet dance boat cruise

Not included in the price...  2 lunches (on route)  2 lunches (in Montreal)  2 dinners (on route)  Insurances (optional)  personal expenses (such as shopping) Financial Information Our goal is to provide the lowest cost possible without compromising the quality of the trip Deposit: $ * Final cost will be determined once all deposits have been submitted. Deadline is Friday, October 30th Number of students committedCost per student (excluding meals on route, there and back, and shopping) 170$ $ Included in the price…  Roundtrip transportation in luxury motorcoaches (Ambassatours)  Hotel Accommodations (quadruple occupancy)  5 Tour Leaders for the entire trip  4 breakfasts  1 lunch (Sugar Shack)  3 dinners  vouchers for la Ronde (St-Hubert)  all sites and activities listed in the itinerary Account Updates will be sent home on a bi-monthly basis

Insurance Packages Product A: Medical Only (can be purchased up to 30 days before departure Cost: $20 What it includes:  Hospital and medical expenses($2,000,000)  Emergency evacuation and repatriation(Unlimited)  Subsistence and out-of-pocket expenses ($100/day)($300 per day, $1200 max)  Return of children under your care(Unlimited) Product B: Comprehensive Plan (must be purchased upon booking/initial deposit) ● this product includes both cancellation and medical coverage Cost: $76 (medical is included)  Accidental death (on the ground)($25,000)  Trip cancellation(Sum insured)  Trip interruption(non-refundable charges)  Baggage and personal effects ($250/article)($2,000)  Baggage delay($50/24 hours)($500)

Exclusive Product: Jumpstreet’s Refund Guarantee Protection (RGP) COST as of October 1st, 2015 is $ Available to Groups of 30+ Paying Participants This is NOT an insurance product. The RGP is EXCLUSIVE to Jumpstreet Tours and offers individuals a complete refund for any reason and at any time for trips. The rule is simple: you can drop out when you want. Any reason is a good reason. One condition: the RGP must be purchased and paid for by the first deposit due date. What’s included  individual cancellation (see below for additional details)  Medical insurance (arranged through Travel Guard) If you wish to drop out of your tour, we need to receive a short note explaining why you wish to drop out and we will send you your reimbursement within 10 business days. We will reimburse all sums paid to Jumpstreet Tours minus the cost of the RPG. NON-MEDICAL REASONS- Some Simple Terms Apply  100% of trip value is reimbursed if dropping out up to 48 hours before departure date  50% of trip value is reimbursed if dropping out less than 48 hours before tour departure date  0% of trip value is reimbursed if dropping out after tour departure date (if this is a concern to you, ask about the Comprehensive Plan) MEDICAL REASONS -100% of trip value is reimbursed if you drop out for a medical reason at any time (doctor’s note required)

Payment Options Payment Options are available Deposit of $ is due on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30th Option #1 - Pay the trip in full (full price unknown until all deposits are submitted) Option #2 - Monthly Payment Plan Due date for paymentAmount due Friday, November 27th TBA once we know the final cost which is determined based on the number of students participating in the trip. Will update this chart and put on the website/send information home the first week of November. Friday, January 15th Friday, February 12th Friday, March 11th Friday, April 15th Friday, May 6th Option #3- Fundraise and pay the difference

Fundraising This trip can not happen without the dedication and hard work of parent volunteers. If anyone is interested in fundraising please stay after this meeting. We greatly appreciate your ideas; teachers along with administration, will happily support parents who wishes to lead fundraising activities. Financially, this trip can create challenges, therefore the fundraising component is of great importance. Please get involved and thank you for your efforts.

Please note... It is important to submit the following paperwork as soon as possible ❏ Letter of Intent (Due by Friday, October 30th) ❏ Deposit $150 (Due by Friday, October 30th) ❏ Insurance Forms and payment (optional, Comprehensive ($76) OR Refund Guarantee ($120) must be purchased by Friday, November 12 th with a separate cheque) ❏ Trip Consent Form (by Friday, November 12 th ) ❏ Student Health and Medical Form (by Friday, November 12 th ) -. Submitting paperwork and money to teachers... We have decided that it would be best for 3 teachers to take the lead when collecting money and paperwork. We are committed to minimizing the class time disruptions and felt it would be more effective for accounting purposes. We have assigned homerooms to the following lead teachers: 901 and 906 ⇢ Mme Amanda LeBlanc 902 and 903 ⇢ Mrs. Jackie 904 and 905 ⇢ Mme Sylvie hrsb.ca)

Communication Website → please check periodically for updated information Contact your lead teacher → you are welcome to either the teacher or leave a message :o) 901 and 906 ⇢ Mme Amanda LeBlanc 902 and 903 ⇢ Mrs. Jackie 904 and 905 ⇢ Mme Sylvie hrsb.ca) from administration → information from Mrs. Kazamel-Boudreau or Mr. Ferguson Parent Meeting! Date: Monday, May 31st at 6:30 Agenda for the meeting ● Itinerary ● Emergency Communication Plan ● Behaviour and Expectations ● Packing for the Trip ● Departure and Arrival ● Question and Answer Period

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