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2020 Grad Bash Cruise
March 30-April 3
12:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Each year the Discovery High PTSA offers an opportunity for our graduating seniors to take a celebratory trip to make memories for a lifetime. Our Grad Bash event takes place each Spring for graduating seniors.
Students will be required to purchase their ticket in advance. No student will be allowed to participate without the purchase of a ticket. This is a family-friendly trip, however transportation will not be provided for participants that are not official Grad Bash chaperones.
Students will be required to purchase their ticket in advance. No student will be allowed to participate without the purchase of a ticket. This is a family-friendly trip, however transportation will not be provided for participants that are not official Grad Bash chaperones.
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Did you miss the Grad Bash Meeting?
Please take a moment and review the slideshow(s) for some important cruise information. More meetings will be scheduled. Please ask questions if there is something you don't understand. Meetings are MANDATORY FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS! Next month: Mar Mtg: Mar 18, 2020 *last chance for photos* Upcoming meetings: Mar Mtg: Mar 26, 2020 
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Time is passing quickly. We have a little over 4 months before our trip. Please start preparing NOW. You MUST have the appropriate travel documents for this trip. Please review the above document carefully.
All required forms are attached below on this page. GRAD BASH UPDATES
January
https://mailchi.mp/22e1e4d68433/happy-new-year-jan-cruise-update February mailchi.mp/79067ca2f410/happy-new-year-jan-cruise-update-1312929 Feb Update: https://mailchi.mp/06190939955c/feb-cruise-update-missing-payments March https://mailchi.mp/a9f9a1a56782/happy-new-year-jan-cruise-update-1313145 | ||||||
Required Documents
| Code of Conduct form |
| Emergency contact form |
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 (Mon): Discovery High School, bus depart 12:30am
Day 1: Port Canaveral, cruise depart 3pm
Day 2 (Tue): Nassau, Bahamas, 10am - 6pm
Day 3 (Wed): Princess Cays (island), 8am - 5pm
Day 4 (Thur): Fun Day at Sea
Day 5 (Fri): Port Canaveral, cruise returns 8am
Day 5: Discovery High School, return 8pm
*On-shore excursions are discouraged due to limited chaperones, however you may participate in the three designated options:
1. Day at local beach (w/ trip chaperone)
2. Walking tour of Bahamas square (w/trip chaperone)
3. Stay aboard the ship during port (w/trip chaperone)
*Any participants of onshore excursions must have a chaperone in attendance BEFORE disembarking the ship.
Day 1 (Mon): Discovery High School, bus depart 12:30am
Day 1: Port Canaveral, cruise depart 3pm
Day 2 (Tue): Nassau, Bahamas, 10am - 6pm
Day 3 (Wed): Princess Cays (island), 8am - 5pm
Day 4 (Thur): Fun Day at Sea
Day 5 (Fri): Port Canaveral, cruise returns 8am
Day 5: Discovery High School, return 8pm
*On-shore excursions are discouraged due to limited chaperones, however you may participate in the three designated options:
1. Day at local beach (w/ trip chaperone)
2. Walking tour of Bahamas square (w/trip chaperone)
3. Stay aboard the ship during port (w/trip chaperone)
*Any participants of onshore excursions must have a chaperone in attendance BEFORE disembarking the ship.
What's Included
* 4 days/ 4 nights aboard the Carnival Liberty (www.carnival.com/cruise-ships/carnival-liberty.aspx)
* Round trip transportation to Port Canaveral, FL via Wi-Fi equipped motor coach *separate fee ($115)
* Pools and hot tubs
* Sun deck
* Meals and select beverages included (except specialty dining options)
* Live entertainment
* Theater
* Spa, salon, and fitness center
* Duty-free shopping and gift shops
* Kids’ and Teen clubs
* WiFi (additional fees)
Cost
* Cost may vary depending on cabin type selected and amenities
The cost to participate is:
$115.00 + cruise fee, due by Jan 28, 2020.
Payments
To secure your cruise ticket, you may make a non-refundable deposit of $25.00 by April 5, 2019.
Full payment reserves you a guaranteed seat on the charter bus and cruise.
April 5, 2019, $25 *cruise deposit
May 1, 2019, $15 *bus deposit
June 15, 2019, $100 *cruise payment
Aug 15, 2019, $100 *cruise payment
Nov 15, 2019, $100 *cruise payment
Jan 15, 2020, remaining cruise balance due
(including port fees, taxes, and trip insurance)
Feb 14, 2020, $100 final bus payment
Transportation
Bus fee
$15 deposit
$100 balance
$115 total bus fee** subject to change
2 - 55 passenger motor coach
* Students and chaperones must use provided transportation. No student will be allowed to participate with group activities if not traveling as part of the group.
Important Info
Chaperones
We highly suggest a parent/guardian join any student that will not be 18 years old at the departure time of the trip. This will greatly assist if there are any concerns over legal issues should there be an incident of concern.
One adult chaperone (age 25+) is required for every eight (8) students in attendance.
Chaperones must use provided transportation.
Chaperones must book cabins and make payments and will be required to pay all port fees and taxes.
*** Chaperones MAY receive a discount or onboard credit** *This is NOT GUARANTEED
If you are a DHS Senior Parent or faculty and would like to volunteer for this event, please email [email protected] by signing up below. Chaperones will be assigned in the order of signup.
Responsibility
Students will be required to sign, date, and return the following documents:
1. Emergency Contact Form
2. Permission and Release of Liability Form
3. Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy (Code of Conduct)
4. Notarized Consent to Travel Letter
5. Credit Card Authorization Form *sent directly to travel agent (PTSA will not have access to your billing information)
* 4 days/ 4 nights aboard the Carnival Liberty (www.carnival.com/cruise-ships/carnival-liberty.aspx)
* Round trip transportation to Port Canaveral, FL via Wi-Fi equipped motor coach *separate fee ($115)
* Pools and hot tubs
* Sun deck
* Meals and select beverages included (except specialty dining options)
* Live entertainment
* Theater
* Spa, salon, and fitness center
* Duty-free shopping and gift shops
* Kids’ and Teen clubs
* WiFi (additional fees)
Cost
* Cost may vary depending on cabin type selected and amenities
The cost to participate is:
$115.00 + cruise fee, due by Jan 28, 2020.
Payments
To secure your cruise ticket, you may make a non-refundable deposit of $25.00 by April 5, 2019.
Full payment reserves you a guaranteed seat on the charter bus and cruise.
April 5, 2019, $25 *cruise deposit
May 1, 2019, $15 *bus deposit
June 15, 2019, $100 *cruise payment
Aug 15, 2019, $100 *cruise payment
Nov 15, 2019, $100 *cruise payment
Jan 15, 2020, remaining cruise balance due
(including port fees, taxes, and trip insurance)
Feb 14, 2020, $100 final bus payment
Transportation
Bus fee
$15 deposit
$100 balance
$115 total bus fee** subject to change
2 - 55 passenger motor coach
* Students and chaperones must use provided transportation. No student will be allowed to participate with group activities if not traveling as part of the group.
Important Info
- A passport or both a US government-issued birth certificate and government-issued ID are required for all travel outside the US
- Passports must be valid for at least six months after the date of travel, and contain at least two blank visa pages.
- Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.
- Travel documentation info can be found here: Carnival Travel documentation
- Teen Activities (ages 15-17 only): Club O2
- Age Restrictions: Carnival Age Restrictions *no smoking permitted (see Code of Conduct)
Chaperones
We highly suggest a parent/guardian join any student that will not be 18 years old at the departure time of the trip. This will greatly assist if there are any concerns over legal issues should there be an incident of concern.
One adult chaperone (age 25+) is required for every eight (8) students in attendance.
Chaperones must use provided transportation.
Chaperones must book cabins and make payments and will be required to pay all port fees and taxes.
*** Chaperones MAY receive a discount or onboard credit** *This is NOT GUARANTEED
If you are a DHS Senior Parent or faculty and would like to volunteer for this event, please email [email protected] by signing up below. Chaperones will be assigned in the order of signup.
Responsibility
Students will be required to sign, date, and return the following documents:
1. Emergency Contact Form
2. Permission and Release of Liability Form
3. Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy (Code of Conduct)
4. Notarized Consent to Travel Letter
5. Credit Card Authorization Form *sent directly to travel agent (PTSA will not have access to your billing information)
Chaperone FAQs
1. What are the required duties of a chaperone?
We are basically here to make sure we come back with everyone we leave with. We will be responsible for room checks 2-3 times a day and making sure students are following the rules of the ship and the code of conduct. No drugs, no alcohol, no weapons!
2. Are chaperones required to book rooms in the balcony area?
As a Chaperone ,you may choose any cabin choice you prefer. We kindly request that you not book a balcony if your student will be in the same room. If you have separate rooms, but want to be on the same level, then you will need to book two of the same room type.
3. Is there a discount for chaperones?
Chaperones must book cabins and make payments and will be required to pay all port fees and taxes. Chaperones MAY receive a discount or onboard credit. This is NOT GUARANTEED! The PTSA will split the ship credit received with all registered chaperones, not to exceed 50% of your cabin rate. (currently estimated at $40 per chaperone)
4. Can my family (significant other, children, immediate relatives) come on this trip? Do they have to sign up as chaperones?
Yes, this is a family-friendly trip. Family is welcome as long as all required fees are paid. Family and friends are welcome to provide their own transportation to and from Port Canaveral. Only official chaperones are required to ride the provided bus transportation.
If seats are available, we will open seating for first come-first serve, with full payment ($110).
5. How are chaperones selected?
Chaperones are selected on a first come, first pay basis. You will be responsible for completing a background check (at your expense). Instructions will be provided in your confirmation email.
1. What are the required duties of a chaperone?
We are basically here to make sure we come back with everyone we leave with. We will be responsible for room checks 2-3 times a day and making sure students are following the rules of the ship and the code of conduct. No drugs, no alcohol, no weapons!
2. Are chaperones required to book rooms in the balcony area?
As a Chaperone ,you may choose any cabin choice you prefer. We kindly request that you not book a balcony if your student will be in the same room. If you have separate rooms, but want to be on the same level, then you will need to book two of the same room type.
3. Is there a discount for chaperones?
Chaperones must book cabins and make payments and will be required to pay all port fees and taxes. Chaperones MAY receive a discount or onboard credit. This is NOT GUARANTEED! The PTSA will split the ship credit received with all registered chaperones, not to exceed 50% of your cabin rate. (currently estimated at $40 per chaperone)
4. Can my family (significant other, children, immediate relatives) come on this trip? Do they have to sign up as chaperones?
Yes, this is a family-friendly trip. Family is welcome as long as all required fees are paid. Family and friends are welcome to provide their own transportation to and from Port Canaveral. Only official chaperones are required to ride the provided bus transportation.
If seats are available, we will open seating for first come-first serve, with full payment ($110).
5. How are chaperones selected?
Chaperones are selected on a first come, first pay basis. You will be responsible for completing a background check (at your expense). Instructions will be provided in your confirmation email.
