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SkillsUSA Kentucky Trip

Congratulations! You will soon be off to the SkillsUSA National Conference in

Louisville, Kentucky. Please share this information with your parents and or

guardians.

Identification

All travelers must have PICTURE identification. If the traveler is under 18

years of age they may use their Diman Student Identification. If the traveler is over

18 they MUST have a picture license, passport or state issued picture identification

card.

Packing

We are flying on Southwest so you are allowed one checked bag each not to

exceed 50 pounds and one carry- on bag. Any extra weight fees are your

responsibility. Attached you will find the checked luggage and carry-on policy of

Southwest.

You will not wear your official attire until the Tuesday night opening ceremonies

and Friday night closing ceremonies. The heat index is close 100 degrees so

appropriate warm weather clothing should be packed.

Students MUST wear orange tie-died shirt provided while traveling. No

ripped clothing, short-shorts, excessive necklines, short skirts are to be worn.

There is a large indoor pool at our hotel. Remember, you represent Diman and

Team Massachusetts. Attached you will find the Southwest Checked Baggage

Policy, Carry on Policy and the TSA’s List of Prohibited Items. Please consult

these lists.

Be sure to pack chargers for all devices that you will be using such as cell phones,

cameras, laptops and net books.

Travel Dress

We will be departing from Boston’s Logan Airport. You will have to remove your

shoes, belt, jewelry etc. to go through a metal detector. Be smart and wear

comfortable shoes, comfortable clothing and keep your jewelry and items in your

pockets to a minimum. You will be issued two orange Diman National Team Shirts

to travel in. Remember, you represent Diman and inappropriate clothing/daisy

duke like jean shorts will not be tolerated.

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Departure June 19, 2017 Arrive on Campus Not Later Than 9:00am for a 9:30 am Departure

We will be departing the Diman Campus at exactly 9:30 am sharp by motor-coach.

Travelers should plan being here by 9:00 am. We will have orange ribbon to tie

onto your luggage for easy identification. We will have Diman luggage tags and

mandatory travel agent issued luggage tags to be filled out and attached to luggage.

Cars CANNOT be left at Diman in the parking lot for the week. Please arrange to

be dropped off or have someone pick up your vehicle before the end of the day on

Monday.

On the bus you will receive a $250.00 meal allowance and orange bracelets that

will identify our group to the travel agency that will be picking us up at the

Louisville, Kentucky Airport.

While in airports and during our layovers it is important to stay together as a

group. Travelers should always stay in contact with their advisor and should

NEVER walk alone. Most airports have Wi-Fi and we would encourage bringing

reading material or a music player. Items purchased in airport gift shops and

restaurants are usually very expensive.

Our Southwest flight information is as follows:

Date From To Leave Arrive Southwest

Charter

Flight #

June 19 Boston Louisville 1:00 pm 3:15 pm 8034

June 24 Louisville Boston 10:00 am 12:00 pm 8233

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Arrival Louisville, Kentucky Airport

The Louisville, Kentucky Airport is an extremely small and old airport. When we

deplane we will move as a group to baggage claim. Representatives from

SkillsUSA with be photographing and videotaping you. Please give them the

SkillsUSA Thumbs Up! Representatives from National Travel Service will direct

us to the motor coach for the 10minute ride to our Louisville based hotel.

PLEASE! If you have to use the bathroom at this point do so quickly as to not miss

the bus.

Hotel

Galt House

140 North 4th Street

Louisville, Kentucky 4020210 USA

Phone: 1-502-589-5200

There are a large amount of shops and restaurants within walking distance of the

hotel. Students are required to walk in groups at all times and they are

required to keep their advisor informed as to their location at all times.

Members of the opposite sex are prohibited from being in the same hotel room

at ANY TIME! This includes people outside our delegation from other states.

Failure to comply with this policy will result in your immediate returned to

Massachusetts. Students returning to Massachusetts for any disciplinary

reason will be responsible for any additional travel charges.

Massachusetts Trading Pins

You will be given one Massachusetts State Trading Pins by the state chapter and

Diman has bought each student an additional five pins. You can buy additional

pins for $1.50 each. Many participants attempt to trade for all 50 state pins. You

will receive them after hotel registration is complete.

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Meals

The majority of the meals are on your own. This is why the district provided you

with a $250.00 meal allowance. Because we are such a large group it is unlikely

that we will eat our meals together throughout the week. Students and advisors

should coordinate meals with each other. The only meals included in our package

are listed below. Students are to use this money for meals. Students found not to be

eating in order to save their stipend will face

disciplinary action.

There are three different meal events that are included in our package and will be

served at our hotel.

Included Meal Events All Located at Our Hotel

Tuesday, June 20, 2017 Thursday, June 22, 2017

Archibald Ballroom Archibald Ballroom

Breakfast-State Meeting Buffet Breakfast-Come and Go

6:45 am to 8:15 am 6:15 am – 8:00 am

Friday, June 23, 2017

Archibald Ballroom

Awards Presentation/Pizza Party

9:30 pm – Midnight

Day by Day

Events in bold are mandatory for everyone.

Monday, June 19th

Arrive at Diman at 9 am/Bus departs Diman at 9:30 am

Travel to Louisville, Kentucky

Lunch/Dinner on your own with advisor

Tuesday, June 20th

Breakfast State Meeting (Mandatory) 6:45 am

Archibald Ballroom at Galt House Hotel

Skills Knowledge Test Administered After Breakfast 8:15-8:45 am

Contestant Orientation Meetings at Fairgrounds 8:00 am to 6:00

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Tuesday, June 20th Continued

Opening Ceremony-Freedom Hall Section (TBD) 7p m

(Louisville is in the same time zone as us)

Live streaming at skillsusa.org

Wednesday, June 21st

Leadership Contestants report to contest area 7:30 am

Teachers Continental Breakfast 7:45 am

SkillsUSA Championships (open to public) 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Louisville Zoo Event 5:30 pm-8:30 pm

Thursday, June 22nd

Mass SkillsUSA Breakfast Buffet Grab and Go 6:15 am to 8 am

Archibald Ballroom at Galt House Hotel

Leadership Contests finals 8 am

Kentucky Kingdom Amusement Park 6:30 to 10 pm

Must wear Mass SkillsUSA T-Shirts to Kentucky Kingdom

Friday, June 23rd

Community Service Project 8 am

SkillsUSA University 9 am to 1 pm

Champions 5 K Run 9 am

Delegate Assembly 10:30 am

Awards Ceremony Freedom Hall 6 pm

Official Skills Attire

Streamed Live at skillsusa.org

(Louisville is in the same time zone as us)

Live streaming at skillsusa.org

Massachusetts Awards Pizza/Ice cream Party 8:30 pm to 11 p m

Archibald Ballroom at Galt House Hotel

(Can change into comfortable clothes)

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Return to Massachusetts 6/24/17

Breakfast is on your own for this day.

We will be departing our hotel at approximately 6030 am. We will have a better

idea of the exact time when we arrive in Louisville. The same packing and travel

instructions apply for the return as did for travel to Louisville.

When packing, please pack your Skills Jacket last. We will be collecting them as

we get off the bus at Diman.

We should arrive at Boston’s Logan Airport at approximately 12:00 pm. (Noon)

Travelers should have a ride waiting for them at Diman NO LATER than 2:00 pm.

Emergency Contact Numbers

We are providing Mr. Cabucio and Mr. Oliveira cell phone numbers for both you

and your family. Feel free to give them to your parent or guardian.

Mr. Oliveira 508/965-5998

Mr. Cabucio 508/989-8879

Massachusetts SkillsUSA Emergency Hotline 781-666-8316

http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/acceptable-ids

Acceptable IDs

Identity MattersAdult passengers 18 and over must show valid identification at the airport checkpoint in order to travel.

We understand passengers occasionally arrive at the airport without an ID, because of losing it orinadvertently leaving it at home. If this happens to you, it does not necessarily mean you won't beallowed to fly. If you are willing to provide additional information, we have other ways to confirm youridentity, like using publicly available databases, so you can reach your flight.

If we clear you through this process, we may give you additional screening. If we can’t verify youridentity, you may not be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint or to board a plane.

Acceptable IDs for screening purposes include:

U.S. passportU.S. passport cardDHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)U.S. military ID (active duty or retired military and their dependents, and DoD civilians)Permanent resident cardBorder crossing cardDHS-designated enhanced driver's licenseDriver's licenses or other state photo identity cards issued by Department of Motor Vehicles (orequivalent) for the sole purpose of identificationFederally recognized, tribal-issued photo IDHSPD-12 PIV cardAirline or airport-issued ID (if issued under a TSA-approved security plan)Foreign government-issued passportCanadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada cardTransportation Worker Identification Credential

Note: a weapon permit is not an acceptable form of identification.

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http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/3-1-1-liquids-rule

3-1-1 Liquids Rule You are allowed to bring one small bag of liquids, aerosols, gels, creams and pastes through thecheckpoint. These are limited to 3.4 ounces or less per container. Consolidating these containers in thesmall bag separate from your carry-on baggage enables TSA officers to screen them quickly.

3-1-1 for carry-ons. Liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes must be 3.4 ounces (100ml) or less percontainer; must be in 1 quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag; 1 bag per passenger placed in screeningbin. The bag limits the total liquid volume each traveler can bring.

Be prepared. Each time a TSA officer stops to physically screen a carry-on bag, it slows down the line.Practicing the 3-1-1 rule will facilitate the checkpoint experience.

Declare larger liquids. Medications [1], baby formula/food and breast milk [2] are allowed inreasonable quantities exceeding three ounces, and they don’t have to be in the zip-top bag. Declarethese items for inspection at the checkpoint. TSA officers may need to open them for additionalscreening.

If in doubt, put your liquids, gels, aerosols, creams and pastes in checked baggage.

Inbound international flights

You may now carry liquids more than 100 mL in your carry-on bag if:

You are traveling internationally into the United States with a connecting flight;they are in transparent containers;you bought them at a duty-free shop, andthe store packed them in a secure, tamper-evident bag [3].

If your liquids are not in a secure, tamper-evident bag, you must pack them in your checked bag.

If the liquids alarm during screening, we will need to screen them further.

Latest revision: 28 August 2014

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Prohibited Items

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[2] Notify me when there are updates to this page! [2]

For the safety and security of the traveling public, TSA, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and/orairlines have prohibited certain items from being brought onto airplanes in carry-on and/or checkedbags. To help you plan ahead and avoid the potential of additional screening, be sure to check out theprohibited items list below and pack accordingly.

When I Fly,Can I Bring My...? Enter Item Name through the security checkpoint?

As an added information source for passengers, you can also use the "Can I Bring…?" tool from the MyTSA iPhone and mobile app to get information on an item you want to bring on a plane. Simply type thename of the item in the box and you'll get information on whether or not it's prohibited and otherinformation to help you speed through security. You can also access the tool from your mobile device ifit has a web browser.

It’s important to know that even if an item is generally permitted, it may be subject to additionalscreening or not allowed through the checkpoint if it triggers an alarm during the screening process,appears to have been tampered with, or poses other security concerns. The final decision rests with TSAon whether to allow any items on the plane. Also, please note that some dangerous items below areillegal in certain states and passengers will be subject to state law. It is a passenger’s responsibility tobe aware that origination and destination cities may have local laws prohibiting the possession of theseitems.

Sharp ObjectsSporting GoodsGuns & FirearmsToolsMartial Arts & Self Defense ItemsExplosive & Flammable Materials, Disabling Chemicals & Other Dangerous ItemsOther Items

Sharp ObjectsItem Prohibited Carry-on? Checked?Box Cutters NO OKIce Axes/Ice Picks NO OK

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Knives - except for plastic or roundbladed butter knives

NO OK

Meat Cleavers NO OKRazor-Type Blades - such as boxcutters, utility knives, and safetyrazor blades (disposable razors andtheir cartridges are permitted)

NO OK

Sabers NO OKScissors - metal with pointed tipsand blades shorter than 4 inches areallowed, but blades longer than 4inches are prohibited

NO OK

Swords - cutting or thrustingweapons, including fencing foils

NO OK

NOTE: Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury tobaggage handlers and inspectors.

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Sporting GoodsItem Carry-on? Checked?Baseball Bats NO OKBows and Arrows NO OKCricket Bats NO OKGolf Clubs NO OKHockey Sticks NO OK

Lacrosse Sticks NO OKPool Cues NO OKSkates (including ice skates androllerblades)

OK OK

Ski Poles NO OKSpear Guns NO OK

For more information, please read our Traveling with Special Items [3] section.Back To Top

Guns & FirearmsItem Carry-on? Checked?Ammunition - Check with your airlineor travel agent to see if ammunitionis permitted in checked baggage onthe airline you are flying. Small armsammunitions for personal use mustbe securely packed in fiber, wood ormetal boxes or other packagingspecifically designed to carry smallamounts of ammunition. Ask aboutlimitations or fees, if any, that apply.Read our Firearms & Ammunition

NO OK

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section [4].BB guns NO OKCompressed Air Guns (to includepaintball markers) - Carried inchecked luggage withoutcompressed air cylinder attached.

NO OK

Firearms - firearms carried aschecked baggage MUST beunloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to theairline at check-in. Read ourFirearms & Ammunition section [4]. As defined by 49 CFR 1540.5 [5] - "Aloaded firearm means a firearm thathas a live round of ammunition, orany component thereof, in thechamber or cylinder or in a magazineinserted in the firearm."

NO OK

Flare Guns - May be carried aschecked baggage MUST beunloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to theairline at check-in. Read our sectionon Camping [6] and Firearms &Ammunition section [4].

NO OK

Flares NO NOGun Lighters NO NOGun Powder including black powderand percussion caps

NO NO

Parts of Guns and FirearmsRead our Firearms & Ammunitionsection [4].

NO OK

Pellet Guns NO OKRealistic Replicas of Firearms NO OKStarter Pistols - can only be carriedas checked baggage and MUST beunloaded, packed in a locked hard-sided container, and declared to theairline at check-in. Read ourFirearms & Ammunition section [4].

NO OK

NOTE: Check with your airline or travel agent to see if firearms are permitted in checked baggage on the airlineyou are flying. Ask about limitations or fees, if any, that apply.

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ToolsItem Carry-on? Checked?Axes and Hatchets NO OKCattle Prods NO OKCrowbars NO OK

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Hammers NO OKDrills and drill bits (includingcordless portable power drills)

NO OK

Saws (including cordless portablepower saws)

NO OK

Tools (greater than seven inches inlength)

NO OK

Wrenches/Pliers/Screwdrivers (seveninches or less in length)

OK OK

NOTE: Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury tobaggage handlers and Security Officers.

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Martial Arts & Self Defense ItemsItem Carry-on? Checked?Billy Clubs NO OKBlack Jacks NO OKBrass Knuckles NO OKKubatons NO OKSelf Defense Sprays - One 4 ounce(118ml) container of mace or pepperspray is permitted in checkedbaggage provided it is equipped witha safety mechanism to preventaccidental discharge. Self DefenseSprays containing more than 2% bymass of Tear Gas (CS or CN) areprohibited in Checked Baggage. Formore information visit www.faa.gov. [7], click on Passengers, thenPreparing to Fly.

NO OK

Martial Arts Weapons NO OKNight Sticks NO OKNunchucks NO OKStun Guns/Shocking Devices NO OKThrowing Stars NO OKNOTE: Any sharp objects in checked baggage should be sheathed or securely wrapped to prevent injury tobaggage handlers and Security Officers.

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Explosive & Flammable Materials, Disabling Chemicals & Other Dangerous ItemsExplosive Materials Carry-on? Checked?Blasting Caps NO NODynamite NO NOFireworks NO NOFlares (in any form) NO NOHand Grenades NO NOPlastic Explosives NO NORealistic Replicas of Explosives NO NO

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Flammable Items Carry-on? Checked?Aerosol (any except for personalcare or toiletries in limitedquantities)

NO NO

Fuels (including cooking fuels andany flammable liquid fuel)

NO NO

Gasoline NO NOGas Torches NO NOLighter Fluid NO NOCommon Lighters - Lighterswithout fuel are permitted inchecked baggage. Lighters with fuelare prohibited in checked baggage,unless they adhere to theDepartment of Transportation (DOT)exemption, which allows up to twofueled lighters if properly enclosed ina DOT approved case. If you areuncertain as to whether your lighteris prohibited, please leave it athome.

OK NO

Torch Lighters - Torch lighters createa thin, needle-like flame that ishotter (reaching 2,500 degreesFahrenheit) and more intense thanthose from common lighters. Torchlighters are often used for pipes andcigars, and maintain a consistentstream of air-propelled fireregardless of the angle at which it isheld. Torch lighters continue to bebanned.

NO NO

Strike-anywhere Matches - One bookof safety (non-strike anywhere)matches are permitted as carry-onitems, but all matches are prohibitedin checked baggage.

NO NO

Flammable Paints (See Other Itemsbelow for non-flammable paints)

NO NO

Turpentine and Paint Thinner NO NORealistic Replicas of Incendiaries NO NONOTE: There are other hazardous materials that are regulated by the FAA. This information is summarized at www.faa.gov [7], click on Passengers, then Preparing to Fly.Disabling Chemicals & OtherDangerous Items

Carry-on? Checked?

Chlorine for Pools and Spas NO NOSmall compressed gas cartridges(Up to 2 in life vests and 2 spares.The spares must accompany the lifevests and presented as one unit)

OK OK

Fire extinguishers and othercompressed gas cylinders

NO NO

Liquid Bleach NO NO

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Recreational Oxygen (non-medicallyrequired, flavored or canned oxygencontainers)

NO NO

Spillable Batteries - except those inwheelchairs

NO NO

Spray Paint NO NOTear Gas - Self Defense Sprayscontaining more than 2% by mass ofTear Gas (CS or CN).

NO NO

Vehicle Airbags NO NONOTE: There are other hazardous materials that are regulated by the FAA. This information is summarized at www.faa.gov. [7]

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Other ItemsItem Carry-on? Checked?Gel-type candles NO OK

Flammable liquid, gel, or aerosolpaint

NO NO

Non-flammable liquid, gel, or aerosolpaint

Yes - 3.4 ounces (100ml) or smallercontainer

OK

Snow globes (unless otherwiseprohibited)*

OK OK

*Snow globes that appear to contain less than 3.4 ounces (approximately tennis ball size) will be permitted if theentire snow globe, including the base, is able to fit in the same one clear, plastic, quart-sized, re-sealable bag, asthe passenger’s other liquids, such as shampoo, toothpaste and cosmetics.**Illegal controlled substances: TSA’s screening procedures, which are governed by federal law, are focused onsecurity and are designed to detect potential threats to aviation and passengers. As has always been the case, ifduring the security screening procedures an officer discovers an item that may violate federal law, TSA refers thematter to law enforcement. Law enforcement officials will determine if further action is appropriate.

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