Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Thanks to all!

Thanks to everyone for making our trip to Washington, D.C. such a success. The experiences we had with our students will never be forgotten. Thank you!

Friday, April 22, 2011

Change in ETA = 8:35 pm

ETA = 9:15 pm

On our way back!

We had a great time visiting Mount Vernon. We saw the working farm and Washington's mansion. Some of our students even did some shepherding. After such a great trip, we are on our way south. Spartanburg, here we come!

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Boyd Students Had a Great Day!!!



We had a great day today, and, again, we are exhausted! We visited several sites, and we left a lasting impression at each one. We began the day at Arlington Cemetery, where our students were amazed at how many soldiers gave their lives to protect our rights. From Arlington, we traveled to eat lunch, and then to the National Zoo. On the way, our tough luck struck again! TRAFFIC JAM!!! After taking one hour to go one mile, we reached the zoo, and saw some amazing animals and displays.

After leaving the zoo, we picked up our jump-on tour guide, who whisked us around Washington, showing us beautiful sights and sounds. We visited the White House, and we saw the Iwo Jima/Marine Memorial. We then went to Union Station to eat supper. After dinner, we traveled to the Korean War Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Viet Nam Memorial, and the World War II Memorial. DC is so beautiful at night.

As usual, all our students were the best behaved wherever we visited. It has been a rewarding trip for us all, and many new friendships have been forged.

Many thanks to Ms. Rose, Ms. Squires, Ms. Ponder, Ms. Brown, Ms. Allison, Ms. Davis, Ms. Whelchel, Ms. Barry, Ms. Gains, Ms. Nease, Ms. Battisti, Mr. Suchil, Mr. Clary, Mr. Fowler, Mr. McAninch, our bus drivers, and our tour guide for a great trip.

Congratulations to our students on such a good job! Thank you parents as well. Everyone is safe, everyone is well, and everyone is happy!

We do have one more stop to make tomorrow morning. We are going to visit Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington. It is a beautiful farm and the kids always love it. Then, it's Spartanburg or bust!

Our final post will come from the road on the way home. Thanks again, and good night!

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Wednesday, April 20 - The Longest Day

Well, after a long bus ride last night, and tons of touring today, the powers that be decided we did not need to end our day until we were stuck in a traffic jam in Virginia/Maryland for almost two hours!
But what a day it was! We began the day with a gut-busting breakfast at the always delicious Golden Corral in Fredericksburg, VA. With our stomachs full to our hearts' content, we again boarded the bus to head to our final destination - WASHINGTON, D.C.
We unloaded the bus and headed over to the National Air and Space Museum where several of the members of our group tried out the flight simulator, or, as we like to call it, the Stomach Turner. After spending some quality time learning about our nation's history in aviation, the groups began to disperse and head wherever they desired.
Our groups were buzzing with excitement when we all met up again. Students were raving about the National Museum of Natural History where they saw fossils, dinosaur bones, and the Hope Diamond. They were also excitedly discussing Dorothy's Ruby Slippers, Lincoln's Stovepipe Hat, the original Star-Spangled Banner, and items of military history at the American History Museum.
Our students view priceless pieces of art, found out just how tall the Washington Monument is and why it is two different colors, learned more about Native Americans and their contributions to our country, took great pictures of the Capitol Building and the National Mall, and...
WE ARE WORN OUT!!!
However, we are so excited and we are having a great time. Everyone is safe and happy, and our group continues to grow closer with each passing activity.
Look back for more after tomorrow and what is sure to be an amazing second day in our nation's capital! Good night!!!

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

On our way!

We are currently on our way up I-85! Check back tomorrow night for our first day's activities!