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Brightspark Blog
Celebrating Our Teachers
Although May 9th was National Teacher Day, many are celebrating teachers all week long! We at Brightspark Travel would like to extend a warm thanks …
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Top Questions to Ask Before Selecting a Student Travel Company
Let’s face it: school group trips are unlike all others. You need a packed, educational, and entertaining itinerary. You also need to be sure that …
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School Fundraising: Collecting, Tracking & Managing Funds
Collecting, managing and tracking funds can be one of the most rewarding aspects of the fundraising process. It can however, come with problems. With …
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10 Presidents Who Changed America From Washington, DC
Heading to Washington, DC? Make sure your students learn about some of our country’s most influential leaders before they travel. From their greatest …
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4 Tips for Improving Your Marching Band’s Posture
Posture is one of the most important aspects of marching band. It fixes almost all of the band’s issues. Standing tall with great posture will help …
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Reaching New Heights: A Willis Tower Timeline
You’ve probably heard of the Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower). You know that it was the tallest building in the world for a long …
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Helpful Resources for Teaching September 11
While most of us can vividly remember the attacks on September 11, 2001, many students are too young to have personal experiences with the fateful …
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4 Reasons to Book Your Student Tour Early [Infographic]
You’ve decided to book an educational or performance tour for your students. Congratulations! You're one step closer to giving your students one of …
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5 Remarkable Presidential Inauguration Facts
With the presidential inauguration fast approaching, now is a great time to consider how you will present this historic government event to your …
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What to Do in San Diego With Student Travelers
Whether you’re a California-based group looking for a trip to a nearby culture hub or an out-of-state group planning a Southern California student …
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