1. Washington DC Arrive at KIS at 7-7:15 am, all bags stay outside! Only parents delivering meds come in, go to assigned area Bring a bagged lunch we will stop and eat around 11:00am – I would suggest bring two lunches as you will be hungry on the bus. May bring a soft drink for lunch BUT not for the bus ride- NO cans or glass open on the bus & NO energy drinks

2. Food Reminders Bring a lunch for the bus trip to Washington D.C. There will be no option to buy a lunch. All meals, except the first lunch, are included. You may bring pop for the hotel. Store it in your luggage underneath the bus. NO “Red Bull” or any other energy drinks. DO not include pop or milk products on the bus. Bring snacks for the bus and the hotel. Be reasonable about snacks. Too much of a good thing is not a good thing.

3. You are responsible for any electronic devices you bring on the bus. Luggage will be stowed under the bus, but you may bring a backpack on the bus that has your snacks, books, games, etc. You are responsible for keeping your seat clean. Trash bags will be in the front and back of the bus. These are NEW BUSES The bus will make bathroom breaks every 2 hours- DO NOT use the restroom on the bus. Only PG-13 movies- if you bring a movie please have your name on the movie case. You will be given vouchers for lunch each day-only responsible for lunch on Tuesday. Dinners are paid for as well. Please save $1 so we may tip the bus driver at the end of the trip.

4. More Bus Stuff… Each student shall have an assigned seat on the bus. That student is responsible for that seat. Students will stay in their seats on the bus and act appropriately. They are to follow the rules of the bus company and no gesturing is permitted to outside vehicles. Ipods, PSPs, may be used during the trip. They must be silent. These may not be used while touring the city of Washington D.C. The bathrooms are for emergencies only. They will not be used as we stop every 2 hours for bathroom breaks.

5. Hotel Expectations… Students will remain in their hotel rooms at all times after we arrive. One room captain will be chosen per room. He/she will leave to get pop and ice. Students may not go into any other room. Students will only leave their rooms for breakfast and when we depart for the day. Chaperones will inform students about breakfast and departure times. Whatever you bring, it is your responsibility to take it to and from the bus and in and out of the hotel. If you forget something in the hotel when we leave, we are not going back.

6. Behavior You are a representative of Kenston Middle School. Use common sense, be respectful and follow school rules. If you violate any rules or do something that could endanger yourself or others, you may be sent home. All school rules apply. Follow directions and be on time. Bring a watch!!! Always stay with a partner or group (never go anywhere alone). If you get separated from the group for some reason, call someone from your group to inform a chaperone. Also, you may notify a security person or employee. Be respectful and courteous to all people you encounter. Disposal cameras or inexpensive digitals are the best. NO portable DVDs, laptops or console games. PG13, PG or G movies for the bus. Cell phones are fine but need to be out of sight during the trip and activities. Only in case of separation / Emergency. Make sure you have one bag for under the bus and one bag to carry on. Have everything you need for the day in the carry on. We will not get to the hotel until late each night.

7. Tuesday May 12th Check into Hampton Inn, Bowie, MD around 3pm 301-809-1800 Keep your room clean-the maid will not clean your room until we leave Be sure to pack school appropriate clothes and comfortable shoes as we will be walking at least 10 miles a day (2 t-shirts, W and Th) 4:30 Guided tour of Washington with your teachers 6:00 Bucca di Beppo for dinner Night tour of Washington’s monuments 10:00 pm Return to the Hotel

8. Wednesday May 13th

9. 9:00 Explore DC 10:45 (?) Lunch at Fashion Center 3:00 Arlington Cemetery –be respectful and quiet while touring Arlington (no hats or gum) 4:15 Laying of the Wreath 7:05 Baltimore Orioles game at Camden Yards/TBD

10. Thursday May 14th 9:00- Tour the Smithsonian- National Archive and many other sites. Lunch at Union Station-will be able to shop here 1:00 tour the US Capitol Finish your Highlights Tour of Washington 7:30 Dave and Buster’s Dinner and Game Card Return to the hotel 10:30 Please be respectful when entering the hotel this late at night. There are others who will be sleeping!!!!

11. Friday May 15th 7:15 Check out of hotel and depart for Gettysburg 9:00 Gettysburg National Military Park Guided, step-on tour of the battlefield 11:00- Lunch from Subway > Boxed lunches Depart with many wonderful memories 6:00 p.m. Approximate return to Kenston Middle School Please tell your parents you will call when we are 20 minutes from KMS

12. You will need to pack for 3 nights and 4 days. Items to Bring: Underwear (4-5) PJ’s (1) Socks (4-5) Tops (2-3) Bottoms (3-4) Hoodie or light jacket for evenings Hat/sunglasses 2 pairs of comfy shoes Lunch and spending money (reasonable amount) Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant, sunscreen etc.) MEDS Ladies-try to talk about the # of hair dryers, straighteners, etc. Small bag, water, small umbrella REMEMBER, if you bring it, you carry it! DO NOT BRING EXPENSIVE STUFF! We are not responsible for your lost items!!!