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SCAN TO RSVP

TO THIS MEETING

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(if you haven’t already)

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EAST COAST EXCURSION

8 DAYS

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I teach ELA, Social Studies and Gateway to Technology
I was a student here at Muirlands and went on my own east coast trip as a student ☺
I have two daughters of my own!
I’ve been on several of the annual East Coast trips as a chaperone and as a trip leader
I can’t wait to travel with our students!

My name is Laura Preisman

HELLO!

A little about me…

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Day 1: Boston

Arrive in Boston
Dinner at Quincy Market

Day 2: Boston

Visit Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Take a guided tour of the Freedom Trail

Old State House
Paul Revere’s House
Boston Common
Granary Burial Ground
USS Constitution

Explore Charlestown and the North End
Free time to visit Harvard University
Dinner in Boston

Day 3: Boston • New York City

Visit the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum
Travel to New York City
Dinner in New York City
Hotel in New York City

Day 4: New York City

Take a walking tour of the Financial District

Bowling Green Park
Wall Street and Charging Bull sculpture
Federal Hall
Trinity Church
National September 11 Memorial
Visit the One World Observatory

Take a guided tour of Midtown

United Nations Headquarters
Chrysler Building
Grand Central Terminal
Bryant Park
Rockefeller Center
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Fifth Avenue
Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe

Visit Times Square
Attend a Broadway show

BOSTON, NYC, PHILLY, LANCASTER, GETTYSBURG, WASHINGTON, D.C.

THE ITINERARY

Our Trip

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Day 5: New York City • Philadelphia • Lancaster • Gettysburg

Travel to Philadelphia
Explore the National Constitution Center
Explore Independence National Historical Park

Congress Hall
Carpenters' Hall
Franklin Court

Have lunch and explore Reading Terminal Market
Travel to Lancaster
Take a tour of a Amish Country Homestead and Farmland
Enjoy an authentic Amish dinner
Travel to Gettysburg
Hotel in Gettysburg

Day 6: Gettysburg • Washington, D.C.

Visit the Gettysburg Museum, Visitor Center and Cyclorama Experience
Take a guided tour of Gettysburg National Military Park
Travel to Washington, D.C.
Dinner in Washington, D.C.
Take a guided night tour of Washington, D.C.

Lincoln Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Hotel in Washington, D.C. area

BOSTON, NYC, PHILLY, LANCASTER, GETTYSBURG, WASHINGTON, D.C.

THE ITINERARY

Our Trip

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Day 7: Washington, D.C.

See the U.S. Capitol and Visitor Center
Make a photo stop at the Library of Congress and the U.S. Supreme Court
Take a professional group photo in Washington, D.C.
Visit the Smithsonian museum of your choice, which may include:

National Museum of Natural History
National Museum of African Art
National Museum of American History
National Museum of the American Indian
Make a photo stop at the White House

Make a photo stop at the Marine Corps War Memorial
Dinner in Washington, D.C.

Day 8: Washington, D.C.

Visit Mount Vernon

Estate, museum, and education center
Mansion (subject to availability)
George Washington's tomb
The Slave Memorial

Visit Arlington National Cemetery

Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Kennedy gravesites
Women In Military Service For America Memorial

Depart for Home

BOSTON, NYC, PHILLY, LANCASTER, GETTYSBURG, WASHINGTON, D.C.

THE ITINERARY

Our Trip

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What gets YOU most excited about this travel experience?

Take a few moments to think about what will get your child (and you!) most excited

Talk about the highlights with your neighbor

Quick share out with the whole group

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We have reserved these dates as our guaranteed travel window.

More information will be shared 2-3 months prior to departure

Mark your calendars!

March 28^th, 2026

April 4^th, 2026

Guaranteed departure date

Guaranteed return date

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Our dedicated Tour Director leads the way

Meets our group at the airport and stays with us until we depart

Extensive knowledge of our destination

Manage everything from hotel check-in to facilitating meals to handling tickets

Teachers at heart who deliver engaging commentary and facilitate hands-on learning

GOAL

•Build trust and confidence in EF by showing families one of the ways EF supports your group on tour

SPEAKER

•We’ll be accompanied by our Tour Director from the moment we arrive at baggage claim until the moment we depart.

•EF works with the best Tour Directors in the industry, and they are key to our entire on-the-ground experience

•They handle all logistics, shape the on-tour experiences, and liaise with EF as necessary to ensure a smooth experience on tour.

•They’re educators at heart who specialize in connecting with kids in this age group.

•Not only are they expertly trained guides with deep knowledge of our destination, they help us manage everything from hotel-check is to restaurant coordination to handling tickets to museums and other sites.

•They also help with learning by providing insightful commentary throughout the trip.

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Full-time Tour Director who’s with you every step of the way

All transportation, including round-trip flights

Breakfast and dinner

Overnight stays in hotels with private overnight security

Expert-led sightseeing tours in iconic destinations

Tickets to bucket-list experiences and attractions

All tips needed for a seamless tour

Baggage fees

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$267 BI-WEEKLY

for 12 weeks

$534 MONTHLY

for 6 months

$3,299 total cost*

This pricing includes a $100 Enrollment Discount if you enroll by September 30^th, 2025

$95 to enroll on our travel-based learning program. Customize your payments.

*Price includes $95 enrollment fee

Plus, you can cancel for any reason up to 7 days after enrollment for a full refund

GOAL

Help families understand they don’t have to pay in full now to register. Most families pay monthly and work this into their monthly budget, this shows them how they can do the same.

SPEAKER

The cost of this incredible travel-based learning program is here on this slide.
Just pay $95 at signup, then you’re able to customize payments in a way that works for you (bi-weekly, monthly or pay in full)
Plus, Risk-Free Enrollment allows you to cancel for any reason within 7 days for a full refund.

Discount

To help us kickstart the planning process, these prices include a ($100 discount), which is available through my enrollment deadline of (September 30^th). After this deadline the discount will expire, which will increase the price of the tour.

Need Additional Payment Options? Call EF’s Traveler Support Team

If you need to explore other payment options – call EF’s Traveler Support Team, they can review all the options with you. Be sure to call them before our enrollment deadline so you don’t miss out on our enrollment incentives.

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EF leads the way in travel-based learning

60 years of experience and success

Experts in providing real-world experiences that enhance classroom learning

Global education organization accredited by the same organizations as most U.S. schools

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EF puts safety first. And second. And third.

Safety & Incident Response Team available 24/7, 365 days a year and trained to react quickly if travelers need help
Best-in-the-industry experience means EF is ready, whatever happens
Hotels with overnight security that meet high standards
EF has unmatched worldwide presence, including staff on the ground in over 115 countries
Mandatory safety training for teachers and background checks for adult travelers
Peace of Mind Program is built into every tour and allows groups to change dates and destinations

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Kiwanis Scholarship

Visit the ECE website and send an email to Laura for all the details!

sites.google.com/view/muirlandsece

Personalized fundraising page to share with family and friends

Explorer Scholarship

awards $50,000 a year in travel scholarships to select students around the country

Complete a quick application and write a short essay to apply

GOAL

Show families some of the ways they can make their tour even more affordable

SPEAKER

EF offers a few additional tools to help make our tour even more affordable.

Personal Tour Fundraising Page

Every traveler who enrolls has access to their own personal fundraising page, where they can raise money from friends and family.
Great for holiday/birthday gifts, payment for baby sitting/mowing lawns, or as a family/friend fundraiser
The page works like “go fund me” but 100% of the contributions go to your traveler’s tour

Explorer Scholarship

EF also gives away $50,000 in need and merit-based scholarships every year. Anyone can apply, and the process is quick and simple.
To enter, complete application and submit a brief essay that answers the question: Why do you want to go on this EF Explore America class trip?
All enrolled students are eligible to apply for the Explorer Scholarship. Find out more specific information online at http://www.efexploreamerica.com/explorer-scholarship
Deadline is September 30^th, 2025

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Easy on-tour money management with Till

EF partners with Till Financial to help make travel seamless for families

Till helps teach students financial independence through hands-on experience managing money while away from home

Your Tour Director will instantly distribute meal money through the Till app for certain meals�
Stay connected with your child with instant money transfers, balance updates, and notifications

Sign up for free then keep the card for everyday spending after tour

GOAL

Give families a better understanding of how cash floats work while on tour
(If lunch is not included into the price) the families are expected to bring their own money for lunch. If they would like, they can also set up a Till account before tour.

SPEAKER

Let’s talk about Till Cards and the way lunch money will work on tour

One piece that is not included into our price is money for lunch. If you would like, you can use Till Financial for helping your student budget money for lunch.
EF has a partnership with Till Financial for how to handle lunch money while we’re on the road.
Think of it like a pre-paid debit card that your student can use.
This helps them develop financial independence and allows you to put more money on the card if you need to.
After you enroll, you can sign up for free with Till and they will have everything ready to go for tour.

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Cancel for any reason up until day of departure

Rolls into your payment plan

Flight Delay coverage

Tour Interruption coverage

Baggage & Property coverage

Maximum refund available*

Cancel for a covered reason up until day of departure

Travel

Protection Plan

+ $119

+ $309

*Maximum refund does not include Protection Plan fees or any non-refundable fees.

For full details, visit efexploreamerica.com/help-center/safety/travel-protection

Travel Protection Plus Plan

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EF Traveler Support is always here to help

This team is your go-to resource for everything about our trip. Reach out for one-on-one support.

Call 1-888-333-9756

Email or chat

efexploreamerica.com/contact-us

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Respect Curfew: Remain in your hotel room after curfew—no exceptions.
Buddy System: Stay with at least one other person at all times; no one goes off alone.
Be Courteous in Hotels: No running, loud noise, or door slamming. Respect other guests and hotel property.
Be On Time: Your punctuality keeps the group on schedule—don’t be the delay.
Safety First:

Never open your hotel door unless a Muirlands chaperone is present.
Obey all safety guidelines and free time boundaries.

Use Electronics Wisely:

Keep devices away while walking.
No inappropriate or disruptive use—devices may be confiscated.

Represent Well: You are ambassadors of San Diego and your family—be respectful and polite.
Support Each Other: Help friends follow rules and stay positive throughout the trip.
Follow Chaperone Directions: Chaperones are responsible for everyone—cooperate respectfully.
Zero Tolerance: No alcohol, tobacco, drugs, weapons, or illegal behavior—serious consequences will follow.
Exercise Good Judgment: If unsure, think it through or ask an adult. You’re here to learn and have fun!

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

Respect the curfew! There is no acceptable reason for participants to be outside their hotel rooms after the curfew.
Stay with a buddy at all times! The buddy system is in effect for the entire trip. You may not leave the tour group individually at any time. All free time activities must be done in groups of two or more.
Be considerate of other hotel guests! Running in the hallways, jumping in elevators, SLAMMING DOORS, loud shouting, for example are all unacceptable behaviors. Hotel security and management will strictly enforce the local laws that guarantee the rights of their guests to a restful night’s sleep. Any theft of, or damage to hotel property will create a participant financial responsibility for restitution.
Timeliness matters! Group travel depends on individual participants being on time to all scheduled activities. We are able to move only as fast as our slowest member. Tardiness is more than an inconvenience to others. It may cause us to miss tightly scheduled activities.
Safety first! Do not open your hotel room door for anyone who is not accompanied by a Muirlands chaperone (including police, fire fighters or hotel management). Instead, call a tour chaperone immediately (see your tour id card). Listen carefully to safety instructions given by chaperones before free time activities. We are traveling in large urban areas and your buddy group must obey the geographic and time limitations set by chaperones.
Practice good manners! Restaurants, hotels, airlines and historic sites will praise our group’s behavior. Our tour group has an excellent reputation developed over twenty-six years of group travel to uphold. You are now part of this tradition. You are emissaries who represent San Diego, your community and your individual families for the duration of the trip.
Safety first! You must use electronic devices safely. When you are walking around the tour, phones and other electronic devices (earphones, ear buds, smart watches, etc.), should not be out. Electronic devices must be used appropriately on the plane, bus, and in the hotel rooms. Inappropriate and/or unsafe usage of electronic devices may result in their removal, as well as other consequences (see “Range of Consequences for Student Misbehavior”).
We are all in this together! You have a responsibility to support your roommates, friends and classmates. Help each other to follow the rules, remember the scheduled times and cope with the inevitable days of delays and frustrations. This will not be a perfect trip, but if we look out for each other, it will be a great trip.
“In loco parentis” does not mean you have crazy parents! It is a legal term from Latin for chaperones’ responsibility to act in place of their parents. Follow all chaperone instructions in the spirit of cooperation and respect. Chaperones make decisions for the welfare of the entire travel group, not just individuals. Over the past twenty-six years the chaperones have heard every exceptional circumstance, fantastic story and woeful lament. The rules and expectations apply to all students at all times. No exceptions.
Zero Tolerance: Any use of alcohol, tobacco, dangerous objects, weapons and or illegal drugs constitutes breaking the law. Any infraction in this area will automatically result in law enforcement action. It may also lead to you being sent home from the tour immediately at your parents’ expense.
Acceptable Use Policy: Electronic devices must be used appropriately. Inappropriate usage (viewing inappropriate sites, loud use of phone after curfew, uncourteous behavior, etc. is unacceptable and will result in removal of electronic device(s).

12. Exercise good judgment! There will not be an explicit written rule that prohibits every possible student behavior. Your parents and chaperones have confidence in your ability to demonstrate good character away from home and school. Remember, you were invited to participate on the trip in order to learn history at special places. Enjoy a great travel experience and make lasting friendships. If in doubt about a course of behavior, think for yourself, or ask a trusted adult.

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Visit www.efexploreamerica.com/2876422US to get more info & sign up.

Secure your spot by September 30^th, 2025 to qualify for a $100 discount and Risk-Free Enrollment.

Enrollment is open!

GOAL

Quickly summarize why you think students should travel with you on this tour
Help families understand how much interest the community has shown and what benefits they’ll receive if they enroll by your deadline.

SPEAKER

This is a life-changing growth opportunity that will have ripple effects well beyond the tour itself and I truly hope your student can join us. Enrollment is officially open!

Our ($100) enrollment discount, which is the highest you’ll see, expires on (September 30^th), and by being here tonight you have first dibs to the spots currently available on our tour. All other interested families will receive their enrollment information later tonight.

You can enroll after the deadline if you need to, if we still have spots left, but the discount will be gone, the prices will be higher and the monthly payments we reviewed tonight will be more.

You can enroll with just $95 through our tour enrollment page, which you can access by scanning this QR code, or through our Tour Enrollment page link. I will also send an email with the link to the Tour Enrollment page after this meeting.

With your 7-day risk-free enrollment period and your 1-year cancellation policy protections, I highly recommend enrolling now, before you forget, so you don’t lose your spot, pay higher prices or get priced out.

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Questions?

EF is here to answer any what-ifs or how-tos.

�Contact Traveler Support at�1-888-333-9756�or�efexploreamerica.com/contact-us

Or Laura Preisman at muirlandsece@gmail.com

Ready to enroll?

www.efexploreamerica.com/2876422US

Visit sites.google.com/view/muirlandsece for important meeting dates, FAQs, Kiwanis Scholarship information, and more.