Anthony Wayne Band Boosters

Excerpts from the Florida Trip Handbook are included as attachments. Download and print copies if you missed the October 27 meeting. Be sure to fill out and turn in the EMF / Permission form.

Here is an application to be a chaperone for the Florida Trip.  If you are interested in chaperoning the trip, please fill out the form and return it to Mr. Young by January 25th.  You may drop it off at school, mail it (5967 Finzel Rd.  Whitehouse, OH 43571), or e-mail (ryoung@anthonywayneschools.org).

Here is a tentative itinerary for the Florida Trip

Florida Trip 2010 - Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the trip cost?
The student cost for the trip is $810 per person. This is the cost before any contributions made by the band boosters. The band boosters' contribution will be announced before the final payment is due.

Can Band Fans attend the trip with the students?
Yes. A number of packages (approximately 40) will be available for anyone who would like to travel with the band, attend all the activities, and eat with the band.

What is the cost for Band Fans?
The cost for Band Fans is $810 for quad occupancy, $847 for triple, $920 for double, and $1138 for single.

Can I meet the band in Florida and still do what the band does?
Yes. Noteworthy Tours offers a land only package that includes everything in the itinerary except for the transportation. Anyone choosing this option should realize that transportation in Orlando will not be available on the band buses. The land only package cost is $587 for a quad, $624 for a triple, $697 for a double, and $915 for a single.

Can I stay at the same hotel?
Yes. You may make reservations on your own for the hotel the band is staying in. Unfortunately you will not receive any special rates at the hotel by mentioning you are with the AW Band. Please realize that several aspects of the trip (breakfasts, early admission to Animal Kingdom, Thanksgiving Buffet, etc.) will only be available to the participating band members, chaperones, and band fans who have purchased the trip through Noteworthy Tours.

Can I take my child away from the band?
No. For liability reasons, students need to remain with the band at all times. You may meet up with your son or daughter at the parks, but he/she may not leave the park with you. It is important to realize that your son or daughter will be expected to follow the same rules as other students while on the trip. It is unacceptable for students whose parents are going to be afforded special privileges, including but not limited to, attending other events not included in the itinerary, staying out past curfew, having food brought in after curfew, or traveling away from the band with their parents.

What do the band fans get to do?
The band fans who purchase a trip through Noteworthy Tours will participate in all aspects of the trip that are outlined in the itinerary.

How long is the bus ride?
The bus ride is approximately 24 hours including meal and rest stops along the way.

What meals are included?

• Tuesday – Dinner ($15 Disney Dining Card)
• Wednesday – Breakfast (Buffet at Hotel) Dinner ($15 Disney Dining Card)
• Thursday – Breakfast (Buffet at Animal Kingdom) Dinner (Thanksgiving Dinner at Hotel)
• Friday – Breakfast (Buffet at Hotel) Dinner ($15 Disney Dining Card)
• Saturday – Breakfast (Buffet at Hard Rock Cafe) Dinner (Meal Certificate)

How much money will we need?
You will need money for meals on the bus (3 meals to Florida and 3 meals back), lunches in Orlando (5), and any souvenirs you may wish to purchase.

Anthony Wayne Band Students and Parents,

 

As you may have already heard, the Marching Generals will travel to Orlando, Florida over the Thanksgiving Break in 2010.  We will leave Anthony Wayne on Monday, November 22nd and return on Sunday, November 28th.   During this trip the band will visit both Disney World and Universal Studios.  

 

Our trip will include these exciting opportunities:

--Blizzard Beach Waterpark

--Epcot

--Magic Kingdom

--Animal Kingdom

--Downtown Disney

--Disney's Hollywood Studios

--Universal Studios

--Universal Studios Islands of Adventure

--4 Nights of Hotel Accommodations

--4 Breakfasts

--3 Disney Youth Dining Cards ($15 each)

--Universal Studios Dining Card

--Thanksgiving Day Dinner Buffet

 

 

The cost of this trip will be $800.  It is possible that the cost of the trip could fluctuate as more details of the trip become evident and transportation costs are finalized.  This would affect the final payment.  To secure a spot on the trip a deposit of $200 will need to be paid by January 29th.  All money is non-refundable after May 15th.  The entire payment schedule is as follows:

 

January 29th $200 Deposit

March 24th $200 2nd Payment

May 28th $200 3rd Payment

September 30th $200 Final Payment*

 

*The final payment may be reduced based on fundraising and other donations*

 

Band fans who would like to travel with the band will be accepted on a space available basis in the order that their deposit is received.  The cost for the trip with double occupancy will be $925 per person.

 

There will be an informational meeting on Monday, January 11th at 7:00pm in the High School Band Room.  All are welcome to attend to hear more details about the trip or to ask questions.

 

If you have any questions or concerns about the trip, please feel free to contact Mr Young.