The School District of Lancaster is cutting field trips due to a nearly $10 million budget shortfall, following overspending of $15.3 million last school year. The district announced the cuts in February, along with news of a significant financial deficit. Parents and teachers are scrambling to fill the gap, with some schools relying on last-minute fundraising appeals to keep trips on the calendar. The future of field trip funding remains uncertain, but parents and educators have pledged to ensure students do not miss out on learning opportunities beyond the classroom.