How are field trips handled?
The impact of any critical situation on field trips, both system-wide and at individual schools will depend on the specifics of the situation. If the situation warrants, all field trips will be canceled. Cancellations could also include travel to academies, community programs, and other events. There may be circumstances that require the cancellation of field trips to certain areas. If a field trip is under way and must be recalled, buses would be directed to return to the school or a designated safe area. Parents are reminded that the HCPSS retains the right to cancel any field trip for safety reasons and is not responsible for any financial commitments parents may have made.
The impact of any critical situation on field trips–both divisionwide and at individual schools–will depend on the specifics of the situation. If the situation warrants, all field trips will be canceled. Cancellations could also include travel to academies, community programs, and other events. There may be circumstances that could require the cancellation of field trips to certain areas. All school buses are equipped with radio communications with the transportation office. If a field trip is under way and must be recalled, buses would be directed to return to the school or a designated safe area. Any such decision will be announced using the FCPS emergency messaging system. Parents are reminded that FCPS retains the right to cancel any field trip for safety reasons and is not responsible for any financial obligations parents may have.
