Franklin School Trips & Immersion Programs

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Franklin Destinations

We believe that a true education goes beyond the classroom, which is why Franklin offers students unparalleled opportunities to explore the world and become global leaders. With strategic, thoughtful opportunities for students to travel domestically and internationally, Franklin helps open up the world for our student body, fostering exploration and global engagement.

Enjoy your next destination!

Safe travels • Bon voyage • Boa Viagem • رحلات آمنة • Sretan put • 잘 다녀와 • Gute reise • Peguatapórante • Bonum cursum • СЧАСТЛИВОГО ПУТИ • Maligayang paglalakbáy • Καλό ταξίδι • Buen viaje • Safari salama • Viagens seguras • Viaggi sicuri • Sichere reisen • נסיעה בטוחה

Our Vision

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Franklin’s commitment to providing a global education extends well beyond our curriculum by offering students exceptional opportunities to learn about different countries and cultures firsthand. Through a wide range of immersive experiences both domestically and overseas, students gain a deeper understanding of the world, broaden their perspective, and develop the competencies needed to become successful global leaders.

We understand the importance of community and the power of forging meaningful connections. Our travel learning programs foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie among students as they embark on adventures together, share transformative experiences, and form lifelong friendships that transcend borders.

With a global network of Dwight Schools spanning continents and extending into the cloud, we are delighted to provide students with a plethora of opportunities to connect with their peers worldwide, collaborate, and bond through a shared spark of genius. Through Dwight Schools in New York, London, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai, Hanoi, Cairo, and online, the potential for cross-campus exchange is limitless.

Franklin’s experiential learning approach continues beyond the classroom as our students venture far and wide, exploring the history, culture, natural landscape, and traditions of countries around the world.

Franklin Destinations and the WILD Program encourage students to embrace all of the incredible opportunities to embark on transformative voyages of personal growth that deepen their sparks of genius and expand their worldview.

Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development (WILD) Program

Students also have the opportunity to participate in Dwight’s outdoor WILD (Wilderness Instruction and Leadership Development) program. WILD builds community and helps fulfill our vision to “foster the next generation of global leaders who can thrive anywhere in the world.” This includes the wild outdoors! Students take part in hiking and paddling expeditions in and around  New York State — and around the globe.

Explore Our 2025-26 Destinations

Programs Calendar At-A-Glance

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Franklin Destinations and WILD Community Portal

Current community members can find more information, including available trip details, travel policies, and FAQs, on our portal.

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