School committee approves Paris–Normandy senior exchange trip for April 2027

The school committee approved a proposal for an out-of-country French exchange to Paris and Normandy for approximately April 15–25, 2027 and said the program will be limited to the senior class next year.

Sofia Bridal, who presented details of the longstanding exchange, said the program emphasizes homestays so students can practice language and live with host families: "the essential part would be the homestay for the students so they can utilize what we've been teaching them," she said. Presenters described the schedule as a nine-day program planned for April break; exact dates remain dependent on flights and partner confirmations.

A committee member moved to approve the trip and the motion was seconded; the committee approved the motion by voice vote (ayes). The committee asked staff to return final dates and logistical details as they are confirmed.

The committee also noted the trip has run for nearly two decades and that the district aims to restore a one-year reciprocal-hosting cycle after COVID disruptions.