1. Washington DC Arrive at KIS at 7:00 am 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. 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.

3. 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

4. Wednesday May 13th

5. 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

6. 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!!!!

7. 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

8. 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 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!!!