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School Board of Clay County
January 8, 2026 - Regular School Board Meeting
Title
C3 - Elementary Student Out of State Travel
Description

The School Board recognizes that field trips, when used for teaching and learning integral to the curriculum, are an educationally sound and important ingredient in the instructional program of the schools. Properly planned and executed field trips supplement and enrich classroom instruction by providing learning experiences that will enhance mastery of the curriculum standards of the State of Florida. A field trip is defined as any planned, student-travel activity which is approved as part of the district's educational program and is under the direct supervision and control of an instructional staff member or any advisor as designated by the Superintendent.

                                                                                                   Field Trips Details

School Date Destination Group Purpose
Argyle Elem. April 24, 2026 Valdosta, GA 6th grade The sixth grade students will be studying force and motion, in addition to changes in force and unbalanced forces.  For the trip, students will spend time studying roller coasters (force and velocity) and designing their own roller coasters. 
Spring Park Elem. April 1, 2026 Valdosta, GA 6th grade Students will be able to discuss the law of conservation of energy and how energy can transform from one form to another (kinetic and potential) within a system such as roller coasters, pendulums, rubber bands, etc.  Students should also discuss the relationships between kinetic energy to mass and speed, and potential energy to mass and height of an object.  They will be able to do this by watching or riding the various rides at the theme park. 
Tynes Elem. Mar 30, 2026 Valdosta, GA 6th grade Students will deepen their understanding of life science concepts by observing animal behaviors, habitats, and adaptations first-hand, transforming classroom learning into real-world connections. Hands-on experiences with interactive exhibits and guided programs will also strengthen critical-thinking skills and support cross-curricular learning in science, geography, and environmental awareness.

 

Gap Analysis

Field trips provide students with a window to the real world that they don't get in the classroom, and they can help students understand real-world applications to abstract concepts.

Previous Outcomes

All out of county activity trips are selected, planned, evaluated, and approved or rejected in conformity with written district policy.

Expected Outcomes

It is important to recognize that learning outcomes from field trips can range from cognitive to affective outcomes. Exposing students to new experiences and can increase interest and engagement in academics regardless of prior interests.

Strategic Plan Goal

Ensure that every classroom provides a quality and rigorous instructional experience in order to elevate student outcomes.

Recommendation

That the Clay County School Board approve out of state student travel.   

Contact
Roger Dailey, Chief Academic Officer; roger.dailey@myoneclay.net; 904-336-6904
Heather Teto, Chief of Elementary Education, heather.teto@myoneclay.net; 904-336-6906.
Financial Impact
None
Review Comments
Attachments
Elem. Out State Travel.pdf
TES Elem Out of State Travel.pdf