DC Trip

Our DC Trip is open to 7th & 8th graders of that school year.

Opportunity - “We thank God for the opportunity to learn about our country’s godly foundations.”
Welcome to Washington, D.C.! - Capital of the world's most powerful nation welcomes you to explore.

• Orientation - Welcome to our nation’s capital city! Hear how it was built on the banks of the Potomac.
• Smithsonian - Air and Space Museum - See the Wright 1903 Flyer, Spirit of St. Louis, and space artifacts.
• National Archives - View the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and Bill of Rights.
• Jefferson Memorial - Stand beside the 19 foot high statue of our 3rd President and view the Tidal Basin.
• FDR Memorial - Waterfalls, statues, and carved quotes interpret President Roosevelt's four terms.
  Meal Included: Dinner

Wednesday - October 19, 2011

Sacrifice - “We take time to thank God for those who sacrificed for our nation’s freedom.”

• Iwo Jima Memorial - The famous Marine Corps flag-raising depicted in a 78 foot high bronze sculpture
• Arlington National Cemetery - Tomb of Unknowns and Kennedy family graves are on its hallowed hills
• Mount Vernon - Visit George Washington's mansion and tomb on the banks of the scenic Potomac River
• Air Force Memorial - We honor the service and sacrifices made by the men and women of the U.S. Air Force
• Vietnam Memorial - Like a scar in the earth, with over 58,000 names, this black wall reminds us of pain
• Lincoln Memorial - Stand between the temple columns where the memory of Lincoln is forever enshrined
• Korean Memorial - A stirring outdoor memorial to the veterans of this "forgotten war" of 1950-53
  Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Thursday - October 20, 2011

Wisdom - “We take time to pray for godly wisdom for our elected officials and justices."

• United States Capitol - Stand under the huge dome, watch Congress in session, and visit the crypt.
• Library of Congress - As the world's largest library, it was designed to be used only by the U.S. Congress.
• United States Supreme Court - This marble building houses the highest court in the land.
• Shrine of the Immaculate Conception  - Attend Mass at the National Shrine that belongs to all American Catholics.
• Holocaust Museum - Daniel’s Story - See the Nazi atrocities of World War II through the eyes of a young boy.
• World War II Memorial - The first national memorial dedicated to all who served during World War II.
• Christians in History Program - Meet a character from the past and the impact they had on our country.
  Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Friday - October 21, 2011

Safety - “We pray for the future of our country and a safe journey home.”

• White House - View the home of every American President except George Washington
• Ford's Theatre - See the actual theater where Abraham Lincoln was shot.
• Petersen House - Enter the small back bedroom and see where Abraham Lincoln took his last breath.
• Washington Monument - Over 55 stories tall, this tribute to George Washington towers over the federal city
• Smithsonian Museums - A gift from British scientist James Smithson, there are now 16 museums and galleries
• Depart for Airport - Time to head home after an exciting journey!
  Meal Included: Breakfast