Important Dates- All Events Start At 7 PM
March 11- Chaperone Meeting at Dr. Grant’s House
March 17- Final Document Meeting at the Middle School (every family must be represented)
March 21- Trip Concert in the High School North Gym (100% attendance from our students)
Music Testing is going well for more than 85% of our students
Wednesday's Assignments
170 points or more- Multipurpose Room at 8 AM
91 to 169 points- Large Auditorium at 7:55
90 points or less- Practice Rooms C and D at 7:45
Euros- get at least a few as a starter
We hear that Charter One bank, on Warrensville by Target, has a large supply of Euros on site. You can get these even if it is not your bank.
Current rates:
-1 US Dollar = .73 Euro
-1 Euro = 1.36 US Dollar
Luggage
Everyone is permitted one suitcase and one small carry-on. These must fit within the size and weight limitations of your air carrier.
Phoning Home and Checking Email
We recommend that you contact your long distance provider and obtain an international calling card that includes a list of country access codes. You can also deposit coins into pay-phones, or use phone cards that can be purchased in Newspaper or Tobacco Shops. However, this is much more difficult than in the past thanks to cell phones. Do not dial home from your hotel room as heavy surcharges can be applied, for which you will be responsible. Be aware that the use of personal cell phones may carry substantial voice/data roaming charges. Check with your individual provider prior to departure for these fees.
Computer access is not free and is very limited at our hotels. There are internet cafes where students may have a chance to check email. However, since the students will be in groups, access will be limited. Also, the rest of the group may not want to check email. It is best to assume that you will not hear from your son or daughter while they are traveling. That way if you are contacted, it’s a bonus.
There are two adults planning on keeping everyone informed. One is planning a ‘virtual shadow trip’ (I love the name). The other plans on uploading photos, a blog and possibly small video clips daily. This is your best bet to stay in touch.
More History Lessons
This history of Salzburg puts emphasis on the religious tyranny that has effected southern Europe for Centuries. Modern European History emphasizes the Nazi influence. A broader perspective brings to light the long history of strife throughout Europe; much of which was based on religion. Click here to read more.
