#SafeSchoolsChat Archive

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #SafeSchoolsChat. Please check in with the group.

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:00 PM EDT

Joining #SafeSchoolsChat from Maryland.

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:01 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Welcome, Jim! #safeschoolschat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:01 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Hi, Eric. Happy Father's Day. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:02 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Thank you, my friend! Same to you! #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:05 PM EDT

Question 1 coming up .... #SafeSchoolsChat

vsbradle Jun 19 @ 3:06 PM EDT

Victoria from Texas. Happy Father's Day to those who are fathers. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some safety considerations for field trips? #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:06 PM EDT

@vsbradle I resemble that remark. Thanks. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:07 PM EDT

@vsbradle Welcome, my friend! #safeschoolschat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:08 PM EDT

A1 For field trips, make sure chaparones are trained and willing to be chaparones. #SafeSchoolsChat

FoleyKev Jun 19 @ 3:08 PM EDT

Hi.Kevin here a Teaching Principal in a small rural Irish primary school #safeschoolschat

teacherchalky1 Jun 19 @ 3:09 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Do you have a suitable ratio of staff to students #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:09 PM EDT

This is so important, Jim! #safeschoolschat https://t.co/VegpCSIdwH

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:08 PM EDT

A1 For field trips, make sure chaparones are trained and willing to be chaparones. #SafeSchoolsChat

vsbradle Jun 19 @ 3:09 PM EDT

Phone numbers to use for contact in case of emergencies #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:09 PM EDT

@FoleyKev Welcome, Kevin! #safeschoolschat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:10 PM EDT

A1 Make sure students and staff alike are aware of any local sensitivities or customs at field trip destinations. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:10 PM EDT

@teacherchalky1 We do 1 to 8 students. #SafeSchoolsChat

teacherchalky1 Jun 19 @ 3:10 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome especially if your taking students with medical needs #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:10 PM EDT

Yesss! Very important! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/jfgWazv096

vsbradle Jun 19 @ 3:09 PM EDT

Phone numbers to use for contact in case of emergencies #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:10 PM EDT

Hello, #safeschoolschat Nikki from Texas!

vsbradle Jun 19 @ 3:11 PM EDT

A1 I think all chaperones should have a background check #SafeSchoolsChat

teacherchalky1 Jun 19 @ 3:11 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome I think it's similar in the UK #safeschoolschat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:11 PM EDT

A1 Make sure buses or other vehicles are up to date with maintenance and in good running condition for field trips. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:11 PM EDT

Another important point! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/A4xg8iEAQr

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:10 PM EDT

A1 Make sure students and staff alike are aware of any local sensitivities or customs at field trip destinations. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:12 PM EDT

@Route22Edu Welcome, my friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

JTillman1999 Jun 19 @ 3:12 PM EDT

A1: Adult to student ratio, safety procedures, first aid/medical plans prepared for Ss, management procedures understood #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:12 PM EDT

@vsbradle We do that! Great point! #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:12 PM EDT

A1 Be sure drivers are familiar with field trip routes and possible hazards along the way. #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:13 PM EDT

A1: Medical + current contact info is a necessity. Not many things worse than S getting sick + unable to contact parent #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:13 PM EDT

@JTillman1999 Great point, Julie! #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:13 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Happy Sunday to you! #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:13 PM EDT

Question 2 coming up .... #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:14 PM EDT

@Route22Edu You too, my friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:14 PM EDT

@vsbradle Yes! Especially in our current climate. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Q2: Who should be involved when planning a field trip out of state? #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:15 PM EDT

Late arriving ... I'll try to catch up .. From Tampa FL writing coach / ENG dept head #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:16 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison Welcome, my friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:16 PM EDT

A2 Out-of-state field trip planning should include faculty representative, drivers and points of contact at destinations. #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:16 PM EDT

Our district has lots of paperwork - FL requires bkgrd checks 4all adults 45 day process 4approval #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/S078COKAXL

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:06 PM EDT

Q1: What are some safety considerations for field trips? #SafeSchoolsChat

casehighprinc Jun 19 @ 3:16 PM EDT

A1 Teachers should sit in middle of the FT bus to effectively monitor Ss, not merely sit in front seat & face forward. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:17 PM EDT

@JKatzaman Absolutely! #SafeSchoolsChat

casehighprinc Jun 19 @ 3:17 PM EDT

Btw: Brian, HS principal from Mass. checking in. #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:17 PM EDT

A2: Everyone! central office to admin to T to support staff to S. Communication + Collaboration = safe/successful trip. #safeschoolschat

mtartaro Jun 19 @ 3:17 PM EDT

A2- PLENTY of reliable chaperones! #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:17 PM EDT

We also have an approved vehicle list (i.e., no jeeps, etc) #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/ido1SPkvVD

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:11 PM EDT

A1 Make sure buses or other vehicles are up to date with maintenance and in good running condition for field trips. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:17 PM EDT

Wow! Very nice! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/Lpv9l0Tzj5

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:16 PM EDT
Our district has lots of paperwork - FL requires bkgrd checks 4all adults 45 day process 4approval #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/S078COKAXL
- DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:06 PM EDT
  
  Q1: What are some safety considerations for field trips? #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

@casehighprinc Fantastic idea! Thanks, Brian! #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

@casehighprinc Do you recommend Ts sitting in the back of the FT bus as well? #safeschoolschat

JTillman1999 Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

A2: Admin Ts involved, Safety & Security, Ps, Ss & head officials at destination Conversation about safety schedules by all #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

@casehighprinc Welcome, friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

Admin's approval starts the process... College visits often approved, others need mths of approval #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/qm3I2itUQ7

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:14 PM EDT

Q2: Who should be involved when planning a field trip out of state? #SafeSchoolsChat

teacherchalky1 Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

@casehighprinc I always sit myself in the middle of the back row, so students aren't tempted to mess around at the back #safeschoolschat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Good to be here! #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:18 PM EDT

@Route22Edu Yesss! #SafeSchoolsChat

vsbradle Jun 19 @ 3:19 PM EDT

A2 If there is an overnight stay, the hotel, maybe local authorities #SafeSchoolsChat

mtartaro Jun 19 @ 3:19 PM EDT

A1 - it is important to have all contact info and medical info. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:19 PM EDT

@JTillman1999 You got it! #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:20 PM EDT

@vsbradle Great point! #safeschoolschat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:20 PM EDT

Should include a specific plan and agenda ... District also approved transportation / chaperone count #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:20 PM EDT

A2 Be sure travel requirements in one state meet requirements of another. Destination might be stricter. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:20 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison You got it! #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:20 PM EDT

Which is also why I love on-campus field trips -- little to no paperwork required 😜 #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/E0w6DTvDd7

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:17 PM EDT
Wow! Very nice! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/Lpv9l0Tzj5
- SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:16 PM EDT
  
  Our district has lots of paperwork - FL requires bkgrd checks 4all adults 45 day process 4approval #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/S078COKAXL
  
  DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:06 PM EDT
  
  Q1: What are some safety considerations for field trips? #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:21 PM EDT

Last question coming up ... #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:21 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison What's your ratio of S to chaperone? Ours is 10 to 1. #safeschoolschat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:21 PM EDT

Yes ... Not just on site, but in a notebook with lead chaperone! 🙂 better safe than sorry #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/wHTLbZFbeO

mtartaro Jun 19 @ 3:19 PM EDT

A1 - it is important to have all contact info and medical info. #SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:22 PM EDT

LQ: What information needs to be on the field trip permission form?#SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:23 PM EDT

@DavisWelcome Whew! One-hour #SafeSchoolsChat was a stroll in the park. A half hour is a sprint.

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:23 PM EDT

Depends on age ... ES is like 5:1, HS is more like 15:1 or 20:1 depending on event, time, distance #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/di6bH4BJmy

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:21 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison What's your ratio of S to chaperone? Ours is 10 to 1. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:23 PM EDT

Love it! So true! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/AeIKvMPxZ1

JTillman1999 Jun 19 @ 3:22 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison @DavisWelcome Virtual field trips and mobile field trips are just as valuable and saves money/time...I agree

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:23 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison Cool. Thanks for responding. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:24 PM EDT

@JKatzaman You got it, my friend! #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:24 PM EDT

Several forms/layers 1st District form includes dates, purp, chaperone #, students (number /names) #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/lgtN5tW7yq

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:22 PM EDT

LQ: What information needs to be on the field trip permission form?#SafeSchoolsChat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:25 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison So important! #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:25 PM EDT

Form to parents includes notarized med release, trans mode, dates, location, purp and signatures (behav. contract) #SafeSchoolsChat

JKatzaman Jun 19 @ 3:25 PM EDT

A3 Not familiar with field trip forms, but you'd do well using Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act as guide. #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:26 PM EDT

A3: S + Ps names, address, current contact info including email, medical issues, detailed info about trip, etc. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:26 PM EDT

Excellent!!! #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/4XT5j6bHU6

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:25 PM EDT

Form to parents includes notarized med release, trans mode, dates, location, purp and signatures (behav. contract) #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:26 PM EDT

Yes ... At a Title 1 school - all forms of trips are valuable some just more cost effective #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/aOPjP1BjOu

JTillman1999 Jun 19 @ 3:22 PM EDT

@SylviaEllison @DavisWelcome Virtual field trips and mobile field trips are just as valuable and saves money/time...I agree

vsbradle Jun 19 @ 3:27 PM EDT

LA Info needed as much as possible, phone numbers, medical, behavior, back up contacts. Sometimes parents are not available #SafeSchoolsChat

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:27 PM EDT

A3: Also very important for districts where parents speak another language, please have form available in that language. #safeschoolschat

JTillman1999 Jun 19 @ 3:28 PM EDT

A3: Contact info for S & P, Health info, Emerg. Contact physical limitations overnight trips: sleep behaviors to watch for #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:28 PM EDT

@Route22Edu So very important! #SafeSchoolsChat

SylviaEllison Jun 19 @ 3:29 PM EDT

Absolutely we have over 100 languages in our district so we have community support system for some #SafeSchoolsChat https://t.co/7Lj09AgD6M

Route22Edu Jun 19 @ 3:27 PM EDT

A3: Also very important for districts where parents speak another language, please have form available in that language. #safeschoolschat

DavisWelcome Jun 19 @ 3:29 PM EDT

@vsbradle absolutely! #SafeSchoolsChat