1. BOSTON
April 5-7, 2019

2. Money
All trips and jackets should now be paid in full
Meals not included in trip price are 3 lunches, plus Friday breakfast (on bus)
Suggested spending money to bring: $50+
Covers remaining meals, emergencies (more for souvenirs)
If using debit/credit cards, alert companies/banks so they’re not frozen

3. Code of Conduct
Follow directions the first time and always listen carefully.
You should never be alone.
No cursing or inappropriate language or gestures
No drugs, alcohol, tobacco, weapons
There is no such thing as free time on this trip. We stay together as a group, at all times.
Plans are subject to change. With safety as our #1 priority, it is crucial that all students follow directions.
If a stranger approaches you, ignore them and walk away.
Inappropriate or dangerous behavior can be grounds for dismissal from the trip, at parents’ cost.

4. How to behave on a coach bus
No shouting, kicking seats, singing, or rambunctious behavior on the bus. The driver needs quiet to do their job safely.
Music/videos/games on devices must be used with earbuds
All baggage (luggage and instrument) MUST be labeled with a tag including your name and phone number.
Large instruments and bags will go underneath the bus, and small items will go above the seats

5. How to behave at the hotel
Once we are at the hotel, no one leaves for any reason.
After your room has been checked for lights-out, there is no leaving until a teacher comes to your room the following morning.
Any student caught leaving their room during the lights-out period will be sent home immediately at the parents’ expense
In the event of an emergency, call Ms. Bagley’s room phone.
As on the bus, no loud music, shouting, etc. We do not want noise complaints from other hotel guests.
No ordering room service or extra items to your room. These charges will not be approved, as our travel agency handles hotel payment.
Breakfast is included at our hotel every day, and all students will go to breakfast.

6. What to bring
See website for packing list and check weather for Boston
Performance outfit = NHP Band windbreaker jackets & bottoms of your choice (*outdoor performance*)
YOU are responsible for your sheet music, instrument, and folding stand
When out and about, bring umbrella, water bottle, snack, necessary medications
We will take a coach bus from place to place, so you may leave other items on board as needed (such as jackets)
Instruments, music, and folding stands should stay in hotel rooms when we don’t need to bring them.
Label all instruments and baggage BEFORE the day of the trip.

7. Boston Band Rehearsals
Thursday March 14
Monday March 25
Tuesday April 2
All rehearsals 3:15 – 4:30pm
All rehearsals mandatory

8. Other Important Notes Have a plan for getting to/from NHP
Set an alarm for Friday morning. Set 3. At least one that’s NOT your phone 
Carpool! And buy the driver coffee and breakfast!
You are responsible for making up missed classwork.
If you have food allergies/sensitivities, ASK before ordering/purchasing.
Remind text group: to 81010
All students MUST be on this group