Field trip questions from first time volunteer

[Anonymous]

I’m thinking of volunteering for my daughter’s field trip to a farm. She’s in first grade. What are the expectations and are volunteers expected to pay for admission? I have already paid for my daughter.

If the kids are split in groups, would my daughter be part of my group?

Sorry, I didn’t grow up here and this is all new to me.

[Anonymous]

Teacher normally will assign your child to your group.

I usually offer to pay but typically there is a budgeting allotment to cover the admission price for the chaperones. Whenever I volunteer in the past, I go out of my way to not put my child at the center of my focus and try to treat the group fairly. If anything, I expect my child to be on his good behavior so that I can truly help out and keep an eye on the other kids.

[Anonymous]

Just be aware that the kids in your group may not listen to you.

[Anonymous]

1. Your kid will be assigned to your group.
2. You need to double check whether your ticket is paid for and whether your meals are provided - it varies by trip.
3. Courtesy dictates that you give your attention equally to all kids in your group.
4. No need to be super-parent: all that's expected of you is to keep them safe and sound, hopefully with all their belongings

[Anonymous]

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/1086287.page

[Anonymous]

If there's a store, please don't buy your group ice cream or a treat that the rest of the class may not get. It's incredibly annoying when this happens. Stick to the plan.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If there's a store, please don't buy your group ice cream or a treat that the rest of the class may not get. It's incredibly annoying when this happens. Stick to the plan.

Unless you have a good idea that none of the kids have food allergies, you have to be very careful.

The plan should include the kids having a snack right before the fieldtrip, and going for bathroom break before the field trip. Else, you will be stuck in the line for port-a-potty.

[Anonymous]

I have a girl does not go to port-a-potty because she says it is scary and horrifying. What could parents do?

[Anonymous]

Don’t forget to do your required volunteer training.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have a girl does not go to port-a-potty because she says it is scary and horrifying. What could parents do?

Send extra clothing or tell her to go. Maybe a mom can go inside with her. At that age I went inside for the kids scared.

OP, connect with another parent and do it together. I always found that easier. I often bought treats but I usually knew the kids/parents in my group and asked ahead of time if I knew who was in my group or I'd text/call them and ask if it was ok if the kids knew the number. I'd also send the parents a few pictures.

Just remember its about survival and you may not have fun but the kids will.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:If there's a store, please don't buy your group ice cream or a treat that the rest of the class may not get. It's incredibly annoying when this happens. Stick to the plan.

Unless you have a good idea that none of the kids have food allergies, you have to be very careful.

The plan should include the kids having a snack right before the fieldtrip, and going for bathroom break before the field trip. Else, you will be stuck in the line for port-a-potty.

It depends on the plan. Some do, some bring lunch, etc.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have a girl does not go to port-a-potty because she says it is scary and horrifying. What could parents do?

Send extra clothing or tell her to go. Maybe a mom can go inside with her. At that age I went inside for the kids scared.

OP, connect with another parent and do it together. I always found that easier. I often bought treats but I usually knew the kids/parents in my group and asked ahead of time if I knew who was in my group or I'd text/call them and ask if it was ok if the kids knew the number. I'd also send the parents a few pictures.

Just remember its about survival and you may not have fun but the kids will.

No. Field Trip chaperones do not go into bathroom stalls (port-a-potties) with children who are not their own, and they don't leave the group to go in with your own children.
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If your kid isn't full toilet trained, which includes using unfamiliar bathrooms, you keep them home, unless it's disability related.

You can explain to your daughter that she can go when she's ready.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If there's a store, please don't buy your group ice cream or a treat that the rest of the class may not get. It's incredibly annoying when this happens. Stick to the plan.

This. Do not bring special treats for your group. Make sure you understand the teacher’s plan and stick to it. Count heads at every transition point to make sure you keep your group together. Extra wet wipes are always handy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have a girl does not go to port-a-potty because she says it is scary and horrifying. What could parents do?

Send extra clothing or tell her to go. Maybe a mom can go inside with her. At that age I went inside for the kids scared.

OP, connect with another parent and do it together. I always found that easier. I often bought treats but I usually knew the kids/parents in my group and asked ahead of time if I knew who was in my group or I'd text/call them and ask if it was ok if the kids knew the number. I'd also send the parents a few pictures.

Just remember its about survival and you may not have fun but the kids will.

No. Field Trip chaperones do not go into bathroom stalls (port-a-potties) with children who are not their own, and they don't leave the group to go in with your own children.
'
If your kid isn't full toilet trained, which includes using unfamiliar bathrooms, you keep them home, unless it's disability related.

You can explain to your daughter that she can go when she's ready.

You can have another parent watch them. You don’t want them to have an accident. Not all kids have used porta potties.