Middle & High School Trips

Major trips for the 2026-2027 school year are in the planning process. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please complete the 2026-2027 Chaperone Form. For questions, please contact:

Shannon Damesworth, MS/HS Office Manager
517.882.5779 x3050
sdamesworth@lansingchristianschool.org

SENIOR SURVIVAL, SEPTEMBER 2-4, 2026

This year, seniors will have the opportunity to travel to Grand Island National Recreation Area for a time of outdoor adventure, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Students will take a ferry to this island on Lake Superior, located near Munising in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, where they will enjoy camping, recreation, and meaningful time together.

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL RETREAT, SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2026

The fall Spiritual Retreat at Camp Geneva is an annual LCS tradition for middle and high school students. Parent chaperones are needed, so please express interest by completing the Chaperone Form.

STRATFORD FESTIVAL, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026

For many years, the English Department has sponsored an annual trip to Stratford, Ontario, to attend a Shakespearean performance at the renowned Stratford Festival. The excursion includes admission to the play and round-trip charter bus transportation. Additional information regarding registration, required identification for border crossing, the selected performance, and other trip details will be provided in the fall. 

SENIOR CLASS TRIP –  WASHINGTON D.C., MAY 2027

Each spring, our seniors conclude their LCS journey with a capstone trip to Washington, D.C. This memorable experience invites students to engage with the nation’s history, government, art, and culture while reflecting on their calling as Christian citizens and leaders. A longstanding LCS tradition, the trip provides a meaningful opportunity for fellowship, discovery, and celebration as students prepare for graduation.

Although next year’s itinerary is still being finalized, students can expect a variety of enriching experiences, including some of the following group and small-group activities:

  • Capitol Tour
  • White House
  • Library of Congress
  • Evening monuments tour, including Lincoln, Jefferson, WWII, and Vietnam Memorials
  • The Smithsonian Museums
  • Washington Monument
  • The National Archives
  • Arlington National Cemetery and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
  • National Zoo

JUNIOR CLASS TRIP – GETTYSBURG, PA, MAY 2027

This four day trip to Gettysburg National Military Park is part of our U.S. History curriculum and includes all junior class students. Highlights include exploring the battlefield and museum in Gettysburg, Harper’s Ferry, and the site of the pivotal battle of Antietam, Maryland.

8TH GRADE TRIP – THE ARK ENCOUNTER & CINCINNATI ZOO, JUNE 2027

This is a great opportunity for the 8th graders to spend their last days of middle school learning about Noah’s Ark and enjoying time visiting the Cincinnati Zoo. They travel to Cincinnati, Ohio to cross the Ohio River and spend time at the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky. The following day is spent visiting the Cincinnati Zoo before returning home.