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**NEW**

Two of our Chaperones (Lunquists) will be chaperoning a group to go see Alcatraz on Saturday leaving on the 10:10 am Boat. If you child is interested please purchase tickets (cost is $42.15) at https://www.cityexperiences.com/san-francisco/city-cruises/alcatraz/tour-options/alcatraz-day-tour/?date=02/04/2023

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AND please email vimbpresident@gmail.com to advise your child is going so we can make sure we have the right information on the checkin lists.

 

** NEW ** Updated San Francisco Itinerary and Packing List  -Click on the VIEW MORE ICON

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To see the Parade Route and Other Information (Bleacher Tickets)

https://chineseparade.com/faq/

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Discounted Bleacher Tickets 

Here are two links for discounted bleachers. You may look at the parade route on the SF CNY Parade website to see if you have a preference, but you will likely have a similar experience in both areas.

 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sf-chinese-new-year-parade-2023-section-b-bleachers-tickets-437700242207?discount=2023YOTR

 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sf-chinese-new-year-parade-2023-section-c-bleachers-tickets-437702338477?discount=2023YOTR

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FAQS

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  • Can I watch the parade back in Irvine? (*NEW)

  • How is the student cost determined (*NEW)?

    • The cost for the trip is 350.00.  This costs consists of the bus contract, hotel contract and Hard Rock Cafe contract.  The cost is then divided equally between those going.

  • Will students on the waitlist might get to go (*NEW) ?

    • Yes, we have been able to add all the students from the waitlist.  Emails were sent to their parents, as of 11/23 there is only 2 of 8 who have not responded.  At this time all the seats are full, but if there is still a student who now wants to be on the waitlist in case soemone cancels email Vicki at vimbpresident@gmail.com   

  • How many Chaperones are needed for this trip?

    • Approximately 11 (Band/Colorguard) Parents and the 2 Directors.  

  •  Do Chaperones have to pay for the trip?

    • Yes, they are required to pay 1/2 price and the boosters cover the other half as a thank you because you will be working during the trip

  • Will any meals be provided (*NEW)?

    • Yes, we will be providing one (1) breakfast at the Hard Rock Café on Pier 39, Friday Morning.   All other meals are on your own

  • How do students choose their roommates (*NEW)?

    • There will be a sign up sheet in the band room and this must be completed by the end of December to submit to the hotel.

  • Have you chosen the hotel yet (*NEW)?

    • Yes, we sill be staying at the Hotel Caza near Fisherman's Wharf

  • Has Irvine High taken this trip before?

    • Yes, we have participated in this parade many times since 1986.

  • Do we take school buses or coaches?

    • We are taking coach buses determined by IUSD.  

  • Does the student need to be enrolled in a band, orchestra, color guard or percussion class 2nd semester to attend?

    • YES

  • What about rehearsal(s)?

    • We will have zero period rehearsals prior to the trip.

  • Is this a required trip?

    • NO, this is an option and NOT required.

 If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me at vimbpresident@gmail.com.

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