Nations Classroom Blog

Next to safety, the most common question on the minds of parents when it comes to a school trip is, “How much is it going to cost?” It doesn’t matter if you teach in the wealthiest zip code in the country, price is always part of the conversation. There are so many competing interests for a family’s financial resources, so it makes sense that the investment in a school trip be worthwhile and understood.

Let’s walk through five ways to explain the price of an educational or performance tour and three ways to make sure the value of the experience is understood by families.  

Teachers who lead student trips want to make sure every child has access to the opportunity, which means being resourceful when it comes to finding financial support for families in need.

Scholarships and crowdfunding are great resources for raising the money needed to ensure everyone has the chance to participate.

Teachers who lead school trips want to make sure every child has access to the opportunity, which means being resourceful when it comes to finding financial support.

These 2018 scholarship and grant opportunities can help you raise the money needed for your next student travel experience.