Ø Sunscreen and/or a cap
Ø Enough money for three meals on Tuesday & lunch on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, plus any extra that you might want for souvenirs, snacks and drinks (staying hydrated will be important, but you could reuse a water bottle rather than buying another new expensive one every time you need a drink).
Ø CDs/DVDs/Books for bus – but remember that you risk losing valuable processions, so think twice as you decide what to bring.
Ø Film and a Camera – You might want to think about buying disposable cameras for the trip so you do not lose or break an expensive camera. Buy film or cameras here in order to avoid being overcharged in DC.
Ø Only one suitcase, plus one small carry-on – You will want to separate your luggage because you will not be able to get to your suitcase for the first 24 hours. Therefore, packing a change of clothes and toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.) in your carry-on would be appropriate!
Ø Pillow for bus
Read….
Ø Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
Ø Night by Elie Wiesel
Watch…
Ø National Treasure & National Treasure II (rated PG – not completely accurate, but they’re okay for adventure films)
And with your parents’ permission:
Ø The Patriot (rated R – and also not completely accurate)
Ø Schindler’s List (rated R for disturbing and sometimes graphic material. Widely regarded as the definitive Holocaust film)
Remember…
Ø To prepare for unpredictable weather (example: jackets & raincoats, though usually DC in July is hot and humid)
Ø Comfortable walking shoes (A MUST! We will be doing quite a bit of walking. Even though flip flops are stylish and you think that they are comfortable…your feet might regret you wearing them!)
Ø Swim suit – The hotel has a pool!
Ø School-appropriate clothing
Begin asking your family…
If you have any connections to Washington DC or the battle of Gettysburg . For example, did any of your ancestors serve in the US military – we’ll be stopping at the W.W II Memorial and the Vietnam Memorial, and we could incorporate other visits if doing so would make the trip more meaningful to you. Email Mr. C. with any connections that you discover.
Special Opportunities…
We will be taking part in a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington Cemetery on Tuesday, July 2nd. We are looking for four students to participate in the laying of the wreath. This is a very solemn ceremony and requires students to act appropriately. The four students will be required to wear dress clothes (nice slacks and a button up shirt for boys and a dress or skirt for girls) and appropriate shoes (absolutely no sandals, flip flops or tennis shoes) If you are interested in being part of this special ceremony please contact Mrs. Weatherholt or Mr. Cowells.
Also while at Arlington , we are planning to take a few of you who have stronger connections to Mrs. Schoenherr (probably if you were in drama) to place flowers on the gravesite of her grandfather and grandmother. If you would like to join this group, let one of us know.
Guardian Meeting…
There will be a meeting with the travelers and their guardians on Monday, June 30th at 7:15 pm in the CJHS cafetorium. At that time we’ll hand out the finalized itineraries and cover any other last minute details. Then we’ll board the bus and head out by 8PM.
If you have any questions please feel free to email us at:
kweather@concord.k12.in.us, acowells@yahoo.com, or acowells@concord.k12.in.us or you can reach Mr. C. by cell at 574-333-4673.
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