Your Go-To Guide for Common Questions

Welcome to the FAQs section of your TripWheel. Here, you’ll find answers to the most common questions parents and students might have as they prepare for the trip. These talking points will help you provide clear and concise information during meetings and communications.

• Departure and Return Times:
  • Q: What time should we meet at the school for departure?
    • “Emphasize the importance of arriving on time for the trip check-in. Buses will depart as scheduled and cannot wait for late arrivals.”
  • Q: When will the group return, and how will we be notified of any changes?
    • “Generally, students will call or text parents if there’s any change in the return time. Make sure to stay in touch for updates.”
• Packing and Luggage:
  • Q: What should students pack and bring on the bus?
    • “Remind students to wear comfortable shoes and layers. They won’t have access to their suitcases until reaching the hotel, so they should pack essential toiletries and any needed medications in a backpack for the bus ride.”
• Medication:
  • Q: How should medication be handled on the trip?
    • “Discuss how you’d like medicine to be turned in, whether following the school district’s policy or the guidelines provided by Student Adventures. Ensure any required medical forms are completed and submitted.”
• Behavior and Safety:
  • Q: What are the general rules for behavior on the bus and at the hotel?
    • “Outline behavior expectations, including respect for others, quiet during certain times, and adherence to all trip rules. Highlight that hotel security will monitor hallways at night, and any issues will be reported to school staff.”
• Itinerary and Trip Details:
  • Q: Can we access the trip itinerary before departure?
    • “Yes, a copy of the itinerary is available now, and the final version will be accessible in the Trip App about 10 days before departure. This will include all the details for the trip’s activities.”
• Rooming and Bus Assignments:
  • Q: How are bus and room assignments handled?
    • “Print out and post bus and rooming lists before the meeting. Chaperone groups may also be posted, but some schools prefer to send this information directly to the adults rather than sharing it with students before the trip.”
• Trip App:
  • Q: What is the Trip App, and how can we use it?
    • “Encourage downloading the Student Adventures Trip App for all trip details, including hotel and motor coach information, itinerary, and more. Use the provided username and password to log in, without the need to create a new account.”
• Till Debit Cards:
  • Q: What is the Till Debit Card, and why do we need it?