The 2024 School Trip Bonus represents a valuable opportunity for the families of secondary school students, aimed at promoting wider access to educational trips and educational visits. In this guide, you’ll learn how this contribution works, who it’s for, and how to submit your application
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What is the School Trip Bonus
The Ministry of Education and Merit (MIM) has introduced the School Trip Bonus with the aim of financially supporting the families of second-grade state secondary school students, thus facilitating participation in educational trips.
A maximum contribution of 150 euros per student is provided in the form of a discount, contributing significantly to the inclusion of all students in these
training activities.
Who is entitled to the Bonus
The bonus is aimed at families with:
- Children enrolled in state secondary schools;
- An Indicator of the Equivalent Economic Situation (ISEE) not exceeding 15,000 euros per year.
How the 2024 School Trip Bonus works
This financial aid is applied as a discount on educational trips organized by the school. It is not automatically awarded: interested families must submit a specific application to benefit from it. The Ministry of Education and Merit, through a Directive signed by Minister Valditara, has outlined the guidelines for the implementation of this initiative
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Application Procedure
How to Claim the Bonus
To submit the application, families must access the Unica platform, following these steps:
- Navigate to the ‘Families and students’ section;
- Select ‘Services’ and then ‘Concessions’;
- Click on ‘Educational Trips’ and follow the instructions to complete the application.
It is necessary to attach the Single Substitute Declaration (DSU) to the application to certify the ISEE.
Criteria and Timelines
- The first phase of applications took place between January 15 and February 15, 2024. However, further details and application periods may be announced by the MIM.
- After submitting the application, the INPS verifies the requirements and communicates the outcome to families through the Unica platform.
Obtaining the Bonus
The bonus is recognized in the form of a discount applied directly by the school on educational trips. Schools, once they receive confirmation from the INPS regarding the eligibility of applicants, organize educational trips by applying the discount or reimbursing for trips already made
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Bonus Amount
The amount of the bonus can be up to 150 euros for each beneficiary student. The precise allocation of the amount will depend on the number of beneficiaries and the total resources available, ensuring a fair distribution
of financial support.
Conclusion
The 2024 School Trip Bonus is part of a broader strategy of inclusion and equity in the education system, allowing all students to participate in crucial training moments such as educational trips. Stay updated for more details and new guidance from the MIM and the INPS on how to access this important contribution
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