GUIDELINES FOR WASHINGTON, D.C.
ON THE BUS:
• Seats on the bus - Girls sit with girls and boys sit with boys on the bus
• Choose your seat and stay there for the day
• Always pick up the trash on the bus
• Due to quite a few food allergies, our DC Buses are Peanut Free, please do not bring these
items with you on to the buses
• Food/drink may be brought on the bus, but NO DAIRY products – they smell when spilled!
• NO ENERGY DRINKS!!!
• NO headsets/cell phones/IPods while the tour guide is speaking - be respectful!!
• Listen to your tour guides and follow their instructions
• You may bring DVDs to watch on the bus – but they must be rated PG – put your name on your DVDs
• Bring a blanket and pillow for the long bus rides
• Bathrooms on the bus are for real emergencies, we will stop for restroom breaks
WHEN TOURING:
• NEVER GO ANYWHERE ALONE!
• Always travel with a “buddy”
• Respect the signs for “no gum”
• Let your chaperone know of any problems
• “Mind your manners” and be respectful! You represent Dublin City Schools
• NO headsets/cell phones/IPods while the tour guide is speaking - be respectful!!
• Listen to your tour guides and follow their instructions.
• Use the restrooms when you can, and wash your hands often as we tour to ward of germs
• ALWAYS WEAR YOUR ID BADGE ON THE LANYARD
CLOTHING, SHOES AND OTHER ITEMS:
• Wear proper clothing - school dress codes must be followed, dress comfortably,
wear comfortable shoes – we will be walking A LOT! NO FLIP FLOPS!!!
• Bring appropriate outerwear – check the weather – jacket, umbrella, rain coat, extra shoes
• Remove hats in all buildings and while eating
• Dinner at MaGill’s is NOT semi-formal – regular dress code applies – casual is fine
• Comfy clothes for the long ride home at night. Hopefully you’ll sleep!
• Don’t forget your personal hygiene items – toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant etc.
• Please limit yourself to TWO BAGS = 1 suitcase and 1 duffel bag/backpack for the bus
OTHER IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER:
• Avoid street people asking for money
• Make wise purchases (is it school appropriate? If not, it will be taken and returned to your parent)
• Have your own personal spending money secured in your pocket, wallet, or purse
• DO NOT open your hotel door after it has been taped
• YOU are responsible for your own belongings – if you decide to bring it along, it’s up to
YOU to make sure it doesn’t get lost!
• “Abuse it, Lose it” (room phones, elevators, cell phones, IPods, etc.)
• Bring batteries for your cameras/ chargers for your phones etc.
• Remember that there is very little free time – just look at the itinerary – there’s a lot to see!!
• When it doubt, ask a chaperone!
• ALWAYS LISTEN TO INSTRUCTIONS FROM TOUR GUIDES, TEACHERS, BUS DRIVERS
HAVE A GREAT ATTITUDE AND HAVE FUN!!!!