Thor,<br><br>You might also check with the school to see if you or your wife could possibly go as a chaperone, leader, driver, or whatever. Even if no such slots are presently available, you might volunteer as backups. Be sure to tell both the teacher(s) & principal you are so available. One might advocate your case for any number of reasons. You might even offer to provide support through your parent-teacher association. My wife &/or I have been able to attend many such activities by trying various approaches. Our children have benefited substantially by our presence.<br><br>Good luck.<br><br>John