Excursion Trip for Elementary Students guidelines

Rc.No.2700883/SS-15024/4/2025-SAMO-SSA-1 Dt:12-02-2025.

Sub: Samagra Shiksha, AP – Quality Initiatives – Excursion Trip with in the State for 3892 students @Rs.200/- and Exposure visit Out of the State for 3892 students @Rs.2000/- to the Elementary Students – Certain guidelines – Orders – Issued Reg.

Read: Minutes of the Meeting PAB 2024-25.

O R D E R:

All the Regional Joint Directors of School Education, all the District Educational Officers & Ex-Officeo District Project Coordinators and all the Additional Project Coordinators of Samagra Shiksha in the State are hereby informed that, the Project Approval Board has the approved budget for an amount of Rs.85,62,400/- towards Excursion Trip to the Elementary Students with in the State for 3892 students @Rs.200/- (Rs.7,78,400/-) and Exposure visit to the Elementary Students Out of the State for 3892 students @Rs.2000/- (Rs.77,84,000/-).

All the District Educational Officers & Ex-Officeo District Project Coordinators and all the Additional Project Coordinators of Samagra Shiksha in the State are hereby instructed to planned for the Excursion and Exposure Trip according to their convenient date and time before 25th of February 2025 and select Schools for Study Trip within the State & Exposure Visit to Out of the State at Elementary Level in the Enrolment Criteria (Highest to Lowest enrolment in Government Primary Schools).

Selection Criteria of the Students & Escort Teachers:

Select one Student per one school who is good at science and mathematics/ participated in Mandal level science fair is eligible for Study Trip within the State & Exposure Visit to Out of the State to the Secondary School students who got prizes at district level science fair 2024-25 held on 31.12.2024 to 04.01.2025 in 26 districts.

The Teachers who participated in District Level Science Fair in Teacher Project Category are selected as the Escort teachers.

Allocate 1 Escort Teacher to every 10 students.

One Female escort Teacher is Mandatory for every 10 Girl Students.

The Team of students may be escorted by the AMOs and DSOs.

Objectives of the Visit:

• To expose students to hands-on science experiments and exhibits
• To encourage curiosity and interest in science and technology
• To provide a platform for students to learn through interactive and immersive experiences
• To develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Pre-Visit Activities:

• Destination selection: Choose a destination within the state that aligns with the objectives and is safe for students.
• Date and duration: Schedule the visit on a date and for a duration that minimise the disruption to academic activities.
• Student selection: Select students who will benefit from the visit, considering factors like academic performance. (Select Winners & Runners in Southern Science Fair 2025). Parents consent is mandatory.
• Chaperone arrangement: Arrange for adequate chaperones (teachers/staff) to accompany the students. (1 Female Escort Teachers Is for every 10 Girls)
• Transportation: Book suitable transportation in advance, ensuring safety and comfort. (Preferable choose APSRTC Vehicles for safety and security) Preferably 40-50 Students for Bus.
• Accommodation and Food: Arrange for accommodation, if required, ensuring safety, security, and comfort. (Make sure Food should prepared and served in Hygiene areas).
• Itinerary: Prepare a detailed itinerary, including travel, accommodation, and activity schedules.

Pre-Departure Preparations:

• Student briefing: Brief students on the objectives, itinerary, and expectations.
• Parental consent: Obtain parental consent for each student, including medical emergency permissions.
• Medical arrangements: Ensure necessary medical arrangements, such as first-aid kits and emergency contact information.
• Safety guidelines: Provide students with safety guidelines, including emergency contact numbers.
• Formation of Teams and Team Leaders: (10 Students 1 Team 1 Escort Teacher).

During the Exposure Visit:

• Chaperone supervision: Ensure chaperones/Lady Teachers always supervise girl students. Organize Teams and Team Leaders Properly.
• Activity execution: Execute activities as per the itinerary, ensuring learning outcomes are met.
• Student behaviour: Monitor student behaviour, addressing any misbehaviour promptly.
• Emergency response: Establish a plan for emergency response, including communication protocols.

Post-Exposure Visit Activities:

• Debriefing session: Conduct a debriefing session with students to reflect on their experiences.
• Evaluation report: Prepare an evaluation report, assessing the visit’s effectiveness in meeting objectives.
• Parental feedback: Share the evaluation report with parents, seeking their feedback.
• Documentation: Maintain records of the visit, including photographs, reports, and feedback.
• Photography: Take / Collect Photos wherever Necessary and File in Documentation.

Allocated Budget for the Study Trip for with in the State and Exposure Visit to Out of the State at Elementary Level:

 

Study Trip for The Students With In State & Exposure Visit to Out Of The State- 2025 (Elementary Level)
S.NO	District Name	Study Trip for The Students Within State (Elementary)			Exposure Visit to Out of The State (Elementary)
		No. of schools	Unit Cost	Total Budget	Unit Cost	Total Budget
1	ANAKAPALLI	59	200	11800	2000	118000	129800
2	ANANTAPUR	325	200	65000	2000	650000	715000
3	ANNAMAYYA	96	200	19200	2000	192000	211200
4	ASR	132	200	26400	2000	264000	290400
5	BAPATLA	100	200	20000	2000	200000	220000
6	CHITTOOR	146	200	29200	2000	292000	321200
7	EAST GODAVARI	113	200	22600	2000	226000	248600
8	ELURU	133	200	26600	2000	266000	292600
9	GUNTUR	123	200	24600	2000	246000	270600
10	KADAPA	139	200	27800	2000	278000	305800
11	KAKINADA	168	200	33600	2000	336000	369600
12	KONASEEMA	46	200	9200	2000	92000	101200
13	KRISHNA	70	200	14000	2000	140000	154000
14	KURNOOL	533	200	106600	2000	1066000	1172600
15	MANYAM	56	200	11200	2000	112000	123200
16	NANDYAL	202	200	40400	2000	404000	444400
17	NELLORE	146	200	29200	2000	292000	321200
18	NTR	109	200	21800	2000	218000	239800
19	PALNADU	265	200	53000	2000	530000	583000
20	PRAKASAM	275	200	55000	2000	550000	605000
21	SATYA SAI	127	200	25400	2000	254000	279400
22	SKLM	127	200	25400	2000	254000	279400
23	TIRUPATI	140	200	28000	2000	280000	308000
24	VSP	114	200	22800	2000	228000	250800
25	VZM	66	200	13200	2000	132000	145200
26	WEST GODAVARI	82	200	16400	2000	164000	180400
Total		3892	7,78,400	77,84,000	85,62,400

Further, any Information or Queries may Contact Smt. Saila. Kalpana, TPO, SAMO Wing of this Office at 9573061629.

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