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Langley to Liberty.
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Langley to Liberty Trip — Update (October 6, 2025)
Trip postponed due to federal shutdown — rescheduling planned for spring 2026.
After careful consideration and in light of the ongoing National Park Service government shutdown alert, an unpredictable situation, the Langley to Liberty trip originally scheduled for Saturday, October 25 will be postponed.
Although the trip is still three weeks away, our travel company required final numbers and payment this week, which would mean committing funds before we know how the shutdown will unfold. To avoid possible disruptions to ferry service, park access, or the overall experience, we’ll hold off for now.
I’m already looking at alternative dates for spring 2026, when we can make the experience even stronger, building on everything we’ve learned and ensuring the full Liberty and Ellis Island visit our club envisioned.
Everyone who paid through MySchoolBucks should see their refund processed soon; if you experience any issues, please let me know.
Thank you for your understanding. The energy behind Langley to Liberty continues, and the best version of this trip is still ahead.
-Ryan
President, Langley World Affairs Club
“Give me your tired, your poor,your huddled masses yearning to breathe free.”
— Emma Lazarus, The New Colossus (November 2, 1883)
These lines are from Emma Lazarus’s sonnet The New Colossus. The poem appears on a 1903 bronze plaque inside the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty; an exact replica of the plaque is displayed in the Statue of Liberty Museum. Source: (National Park Service)
— Emma Lazarus, The New Colossus (November 2, 1883)
These lines are from Emma Lazarus’s sonnet The New Colossus. The poem appears on a 1903 bronze plaque inside the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty; an exact replica of the plaque is displayed in the Statue of Liberty Museum. Source: (National Park Service)
Statue of Liberty. Ellis Island.
One Unforgettable Day.
Saturday, October 25, 2025
This fall, the World Affairs Club is leading a powerful day trip to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island—an unforgettable kickoff to America250. You won’t just study our nation’s story. You’ll walk right through it.
Langley is hitting the road—and stepping straight into history.
🚨 9/25/25 update: Langley to Liberty Trip is LIVE
— Reserve Your Seat Now! 🚨
The wait is over — our Langley to Liberty trip to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island is now live on Myschoolbucks. To find the trip, search World Affairs Club or filter under Club Dues.
📅 Trip Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
💲 Cost: $125 (see cost accommodation note below)
⏳ Deadline: All payments must be made by 11:59 PM on October 1st.
(Club membership isn’t required to go on the trip.)
What’s Included:
Your payment covers bus transportation, ferry service, and General Admission tickets. This ticket provides access to both Ellis Island and Liberty Island, including entry to the Statue of Liberty Museum and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. Headphones for a self-guided audio tour are also included. While General Admission does not include climbing inside the statue or pedestal, it does include the interactive museum experience — with immersive exhibits, the original torch, and hands-on features that bring Lady Liberty’s story to life. And nothing compares to standing at her base: the sheer size of Lady Liberty is unimaginable until you see her up close.
What’s Not Included:
Food and souvenirs are not part of the trip price. Please bring a credit card and/or cash for your meals or purchases. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks on the bus and the islands.
🍔 Food Options
You’ll have plenty of opportunities to eat throughout the day:
On the Bus: Bring your own snacks — we’ll also have some fun extras for the ride.
Delaware House (rest stop): A variety of fast-food and grab-and-go options for breakfast on the way up and dinner on the way back.
On the Ferries: Snack bars with drinks, sandwiches, and healthy options.
Liberty Island:
Crown Café — hot meals like burgers, hot dogs, seafood favorites (fish & chips, lobster rolls), plus salads and desserts.
Espresso Bar — cappuccinos, lattes, and more.
Ellis Island:
Ellis Café — full meals including sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and salads.
Shops: Both islands have souvenir and non-profit shops inside the café buildings.
Bring your own food: You’re welcome to pack a meal or snacks to enjoy on either island.
📍 Itinerary:
Depart Langley HS: 5:30 AM (🎶 fun, games, and snacks on the bus!)
Rest stop at Delaware House
Arrive Liberty State Park, NJ → security check
Ferry to Ellis Island → walk the same halls that millions of immigrants first passed through, with self-guided audio headsets bringing their stories to life — and even look up your relatives’ names in the historic immigration directory
Ferry to Statue of Liberty → explore the Statue of Liberty Museum with immersive exhibits and original artifacts, then take in the unforgettable experience of standing at the base of Lady Liberty herself
Ferry back to Liberty State Park, NJ → board bus to return to Langley
Rest stop at Delaware House (return trip)
Arrive back at Langley: ~9:30–10:00 PM
Additional Notes:
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a jacket — much of the trip will be outdoors, with time on the ferry and at the islands.
Pack an umbrella just in case of rain — this trip runs rain or shine.
Typical late October weather in New York Harbor is in the 50s–60s, so dress in layers.
Don’t forget your phone/camera for photos of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline.
The trip will be supervised by FCPS-approved chaperones, and transportation is via a climate-controlled, restroom-equipped FCPS-approved charter bus.
For security: airport-style screening is required at Liberty State Park. Please bring a school ID or photo ID if you have one, and avoid restricted items.
Emergency contact numbers for chaperones will be shared with participants prior to departure.
Tickets are non-refundable unless the trip is canceled by FCPS.
Cost Accommodation Note:
If cost is a barrier, please email me directly. My goal is to make sure everyone who wants to come has the opportunity.
Let’s fill the bus and make history together. 🌎🗽
— Ryan Minton
President, Langley World Affairs Club
💡 You joined the club, now explore the world with us!
P.S. Club membership isn’t required to go on the trip.
(Below) Scenes depict immigrants arriving at Ellis Island and being processed at the Immigration Depot. Courtesy of the Library of Congress, Motion Picture, Broadcasting, and Recorded Sound Division.
Watch on LOC.gov
Ellis Island National Monument
USIS Inspector's Hat
Hat worn by United States Immigration Service
inspectors at Ellis Island.
📸 Image: USIS Inspector's Hat, Ellis Island National Monument.
Courtesy of the National Park Service (NPS). This image is part of the Ellis Island museum collection..
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