You will depart from your school in the morning and drive to New Orleans. You will make a stop for lunch (not included). Upon arrival, you will meet your tour guide and begin your tour. French Quarter Tour You'll visit the French Quarter, also known as the Vieux Carre, is the oldest neighborhood in the city of New Orleans. When New Orleans (La Nouvelle-Orléans in French) was founded in 1718 by Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville, the city was originally centered on the French Quarter, or the Vieux Carré ("Old Square" in French) as it was known then. While the area is still referred to as the Vieux Carré by some, it is more commonly known as the French Quarter today, or simply "The Quarter." Although called the "French" Quarter, most of the present day buildings were built under Spanish rule and show Spanish colonial tastes. The district as a whole is a National Historic Landmark, and contains numerous individual historic buildings. It was affected relatively lightly by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, as compared to other areas of the city and the greater region. Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe Hotel check in
You will have breakfast and begin your day of touring. Swamp Tour Take a boat tour of Honey Island Swamp and see one of the only remaining preserved wetlands in Louisiana. You will have the opportunity to not only see and smell the swamp, but touch the flora and fauna around you. Take a break for lunch Free Time at the Riverwalk Audubon Aquarium of the Americas Mardi Gras World You will get a rare behind-thescenes look at the magic of Mardi Gras. Free Time in French Quarter Dinner on the Creole Queen -Step on board and cruise into the night where the sleepless activity of America's busiest port buzzes during your dinner cruise. The sounds of a lively jazz band fill the air as you enjoy a lavish Creole buffet in elegantly appointed dining rooms You will return to your hotel.
You will have breakfast, check out of your hotel, and begin your last day of touring. Destrehan Plantation Costumed interpreters will intrigue you with the legacy of the Destrehan family, historic events that occurred at this site, and the unique architectural features of the plantation. Destrehan is owned by the River Road Historical Society, a nonprofit organization. Take a break for lunch with boxed lunches Audubon Zoo Café Du Monde established in 1862 in the New Orleans French Market Jazz Tour Explore the world s richest musical city, starting with a rare inside look at the legendary Preservation Hall. Visit the site of the Old French Opera House and stroll through the Tango Belt and much more! Dinner at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Ghost Tour Board bus for your overnight return trip home Arrival on May 12 th
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1 staff member for every 10 students An administrator will accompany us on the trip. Professional drivers and reputable bus company Interior hotel Hotel security every night Parent notifications throughout the trip Group t-shirts Mrs. Ford
W.S.E. staff members will be the only chaperones for this trip. This is a trip for the students and we would like to take as many students as possible. There will be an administrator on this trip.
Behavior is the key!! 1. End of year 3 rd and 4 th grade E, G, or S in conduct 2. 5 th Grade year Must maintain an E, G, or S in conduct Cannot have any suspensions or bus referrals Can only have a maximum of 2 detentions
Sign the trip sign up sheet. After your child s 3 rd or 4 th grade conduct has been reviewed from last year s report card, the parent waiver will be sent home. Sign and return the waiver. The trip packet will be sent home. Register your child online for the trip and pay the first installment to secure your child s seat. Sign up for Class Messenger.