2026 8th Grade Beacon Hill Classical Academy Historical Tour Application

We are excited to offer our 8th grade Beacon Hill East Coast Historical Tour. Traditionally, this trip has been an important aspect of our 8th grade program and curriculum. We understand that occasionally, there may be students unable to attend, but we hope for this to be the rare exception. This trip is an important culmination of our Logic School experience.

This Attendee Application serves as the commitment to attend and pay for the BHCA 2026 8th Grade East Coast Historical Tour.

DATES of Trip: March 26 - April 2, 2026 (subject to change if necessary)

The estimated Trip Cost breakdown is $2100 - $2300 plus airfare (estimated between $400-$600). Flights will be booked as a group when group bookings are available in late summer. In the event a cancellation is needed, the $300 deposit is non-refundable to cover bus & other deposits, airfare will be recouped to you as a credit in the passenger's name, or in whatever manner the airline refunds tickets, all additional refunds will be based on dates of cancellation and situation. This form must be completed per person in attendance.

I understand that as part of enrollment, the information submitted will also be used for the school trip. I agree that this information is accurate and will provide the Legal name and information required for flights and a White House visit. These forms consist of permissions to attend activities and events as specified. Travel in the form of car, plane, and bus, sometimes train, and walking will occur.

I / We understand that any travel currently has inherent risks including exposure to Covid-19 or other infections. I/We understand that all efforts will be made to ensure the safety of our students and chaperones traveling with us. I/We recognize that the school is not responsible for any illness or injury that may occur due to the normal course of travel.

I/We understand that regulations and restrictions are constantly in flux and as such, plans may be changed, and a non-refundable deposit may be required, if Beacon Hill Classical Academy is unable to recoup all of the monies paid out for the 2026 East Coast Historical Tour.

Please have attendance forms completed by attendee. Each attendee, whether student or chaperone, must have a form completed.

Applications are due by August 15, 2025. (Any Late Application received after Aug 30, 2025 may require a Pay in Full option)

4 payment of $600-$700 will be billed Sept 12, 2025 (1st installment: $300 of the first payment is the non-refundable deposit), Nov 14, 2025, Jan 16, 2026, Mar 13, 2026 (adjustments will be made with credits or additional charges depending on if pricing changes or if fundraising credits are received).

*Pricing subject to change if costs increase significantly. Also, costs higher for adults with upgraded rooming.

1. Email*

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2. Attendee Legal Last Name*

3. Attendee Legal First Name*

4. Attendee Middle Name

Attendee Preferred Name

First NameLast Name

MaleFemale

6. Attendee Date of Birth*

Date

YesNo

Country of Birth*

8. If No - Attendee Country of Citizenship

9. Attendee Street Address*

10. Attendee City*

11. Attendee State*

12. Attendee Zip Code*

13. Parent/ Guardian (for minor)*

14. Parent/ Guardian Phone*

15. Emergency Contact*

16. Emergency Contact Phone*

17. Trip Contact Name (this is family member who will receive Trip updates & information)*

18. Trip Contact Phone*

19. Email address for Correspondence*

example@example.com

20. Attendee's Cell #*

21. I understand that airfare pricing has not been fixed and will be provided at a later date. I understand that we will be traveling as a group and therefore airfare will be booked for me. Dates of travel are planned for Thursday, Mar 26, 2026 returning on Thurs, April 2, 2026. I agree to pay the additional airfare charges.

Attendee Cost Estimated at $2100 - $2300* + airfare cost

I understand that billing will be done in 5 installments:

Sept 2025, Nov 2025, Jan 2026, Mar 2026, May 2026

I understand the first payment will be $500-$600 billed in Sept through FACTS

I understand that $300 of the first payment is a non-refundable Deposit.

Signature

$2100 - $2300 + airfare to be billed in 5 payments: Sept 2025 payment includes a $300 non-refundable deposit.Faculty Sept 2025 - 1st payment of $500 includes $300 non-refundable depositOther

Field Trip Information:

The students in 8th grade have the opportunity to attend -

The Beacon Hill Classical Academy East Coast Historical Tour 2026

Transportation for this activity could be provided by:

Airplane, charter bus, private car, walking, possible train or Metro

Students will need to bring a sack breakfast/snack on March 26, 2026 for the flight.

Please attach a copy of your medical insurance card.

24. Copy of Medical Insurance Card

Adult Chaperones - must have a Current - CA Real ID or Passport for air travel, White House and other tour locations

Driver's License # Real ID or Passport #

License Expiration Date

Date

Permission Slip In Questions Below

25. Name of Attendee*

8th Grade StudentAdult Chaperone

27. In the event of an emergency and the school is unable to reach you, do you authorize school officials to obtain the necessary medical aid including emergency service, if needed at your expense? I/We understand that I/We waive all claims against Beacon Hill Classical Academy, its school board, teachers, administration, and staff from any injury, accident, illness, or death occurring during or by reason of this field trip or excursion.*

YesNo

28. Permission is given for my child/or myself to attend The Beacon Hill Classical Academy East Coast Historical Tour March 26, 2026 - April 2, 2026 (To sign, Parent/ Guardian Name Or Adult Attendee Name and Date and Emergency Phone Number)*

29. I / We understand that any travel currently has inherent risks including exposure to Covid-19. I/We understand that all efforts will be made to ensure the safety of our students and chaperones traveling with us. I/We recognize that the school is not responsible for any illness or injury that may occur due to the normal course of travel. Please sign name and date.

Beacon Hill Classical Academy Medical Authorization for Field Trip Event and Travel: The Beacon Hill Classical Academy East Coast Historical Tour visiting Virginia, DC and Maryland. For the Dates of Thursday, March 26, 2026 to Thursday, April 2, 2026. I/We understand that the school will provide adult supervision and take reasonable precautions to provide a safe environment for students on this field trip. I also recognize that there are risks to travel and Beacon Hill Classical Academy cannot guarantee my child's (or chaperone's) safety. Permission is granted for my enrolled student / attending adult chaperone, at Beacon Hill Classical Academy, to be given appropriate medical care in the case of an emergency or life-threatening situation, when circumstances are such that it is impractical or unreasonable to obtain my consent. However, I understand that the school will contact me as soon thereafter as is reasonable. In such cases, I will assume responsibility for the cost of those related emergency medical services. I/We agree to hold the responsible party who grants such permission harmless for that act and hereby release that individual, and/or Beacon Hill Classical Academy from any liability in connection with granting permission for treatment.

30. I/We understand that regulations and restrictions are constantly in flux and as such, plans may be changed. In the event a cancellation is needed, $300 is non-refundable to cover bus & other deposits, airfare will be recouped to you as a credit in the passengers name, or in whatever manner the airline refunds tickets, all additional refunds will be based on dates of cancellation and situation. (Please Sign and Date.)

31. Name of Attendee for Medical Release

32. I also specifically inform Beacon Hill Classical Academy and the responsible adults participating in the field trip that my/our child/l has (have) the following Medical Needs (please list medical problems or conditions, allergies, etc.)

33. My child (I) need(s) the following medications, prescriptions, or special diet

In connection with the above specific needs, we will furnish a medication form,

signed by our physician describing any special medical needs or conditions the

attendee may have, together with instruction for appropriately dealing with such

needs or conditions, for the adults supervising the field trip.

Medication Form if needed

36. Insurance Company*

37. Insurance Group Number*

38. I acknowledge that I have carefully read and agree to this medical authorization for the field trip described above. ( Attendee's Name, Signing Parent/Guardian/Adult Attendee, Date, and Emergency Number)*

DRESS CODE -

*Weather for this trip should be between 65-90 degrees. Possible rain showers. Most activities are outside rain or shine, please have a light-weight rain jacket or poncho available to use.

Uniform:

Beacon Hill Classical Academy Uniform polo, and black, blue or khaki pants, and BHCA Trip Sweatshirt (uniform shorts only if the weather is over 85 degrees)

Spirit Wear Day:

Beacon Hill Classical Academy t-shirt, nice jeans (no holes), nice shorts, capris, (no

leggings alone, but ok with skirt, no camo, no athletic wear, no sweats, no basketball shorts), skirts must be appropriate length

Business Casual:

Boys: polo, button down shirt, no graphic or other logo t-shirts (ie plain t-shirt) (no sports teams except BHCA)

Boys: nice jeans, or nice shorts

Girls: nice shirt, sweater or polo, no large logos, no crop tops

Girls: nice jeans, dresses, or skirts (skirts must be appropriate length, leggings may be worn with skirts), nice shorts (not short-shorts). (Finger-tip test)

Shoes – comfortable, neat, walking shoes. Not flashy. We will be doing a lot of walking.

Travel Days: Casual

We will allow casual, comfortable clothing, but expect it to be neat, and modest, no inappropriate logos, graphics or phrases. Casual is for airport/ travel and during free time, not during day tours.

Thursday, March 26 – Spirit Wear, Business Casual, Travel Casual - Travel Day

Friday, March 27 – Spirit Wear or Business Casual - Jamestown & American Rev Museum

Saturday, March 28 – Spirit Wear or Business Casual - Montpelier, Michie’s, Monticello

Sunday, March 29 – Spirit Wear or Business Casual - possible church & Colonial Williamsburg

Monday, March 30 –Spirit Wear or Business Casual - Mt. Vernon

Tuesday, March 31 – School Uniform - DC - Capital & hopefully White House - adults - business - (dress shirt or polo, and khaki or dress pants not jeans)

Wednesday, April 1 - Spirit Wear or Business Casual - DC, National Archives, Holocaust Museum, Smithsoneons

Thursday, April 2 - Spirit Wear - Arlington Cemetery & Travel Day - (you can change at the airport into travel casual right before flight if desired)

*Evening, free time: please be sure that your clothing still is honoring to the Lord. We hope to have swimming, basketball, and other activity opportunities. Girls – stomach covering tankinis or one piece suits, no bikinis. Please have a cover-up for walking to the pool. Swim trunks for boys. (Pool status unknown)

39. I attending student/ adult chaperone of the Beacon Hill East Coast Historical Tour, agree to abide by the dress code provided, without complaint.*

40. I, parent of attending student, agree to provide my child with appropriate dress.*

Discipline Issues: I understand that if my student receives multiple disciplinary actions throughout the school year, the school may require a parent to attend as a chaperone at their own expense. Additionally, if disciplinary actions have repeatedly occurred and the school administration deems it necessary, a student may lose the privilege of attending the BHCA 2026 8th Grade Historical Tour, and costs incurred will still be charged.

This year's trip is from Lower Virginia to Maryland on March 26, 2026 to April 2, 2026. As announced in the meeting, we will not be travelling as a group to New York this year, but if a family would like to continue their own East Coast adventure after all activities on April 2 as a group are completed, you may request one way airfare and purchase and arrange your own return flight. This is only available for students traveling with a parent chaperone.

Round Trip, we will travel with the groupOne Way, we will make our own return trip arrangements