Dary 4: Where It All Began...Philadelphia

Today, we journeyed to Philadelphia to view the Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and the burial place of Benjamin Franklin. We all boarded the buses early in the morning for a two hour trip to Philadelphia.

We visited the Constitution Center where students were able to visit the wax museum, which was a replica of the room where the representatives signed the Constitution. Some of the students were able to take a picture with Elbridge Gerry, who is a direct decedent of Mrs. Cornelia Corbett! Although he was in the room during the signing of the Constitution, Mr. Gerry chose not to sign.

 We also got a chance to visit Independence Hall where the students were able to view the actual room where the representatives met to discuss this important document. This was also a place where the students took time to visit with and make new friends!

It was just as important to view the Liberty Bell, where Olivia Madrid and Rachel Lykins took time to pose for a lovely picture!

After a full and cold day, we boarded the buses and journeyed back to Washington, DC. Tomorrow, we're off to visit the National Archives and the National Museum of American History. Then it's home to Tampa, FL!!

Day 3: Honoring Our Heros

After a full night's rest, the students were ready to face another day of excitement. On Tuesday, the students visited the White House, the World War II Memorial, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, The Marine Corps Memorial, and the Air Force Memorial. It was a great experience to be able to honor the heroes who have made sacrifices for the advancement of our country.

 The students also had the opportunity to visit the White House to see protests in action and take a photo in front of the White House!

 After visiting the White House and the Marine Corps, the students took time to honor heroes at Arlington Cemetery.

It was another fun-packed full day. We all were settled in our rooms to prepare for an early wake up and a journey to Philadelphia!

Day 2: What Role Can you Plan in Our Government?

(Monday) Today, we visited the Jefferson Memorial, Capitol Hill, FDR Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, and the Vietnam War Memorial as the students focused on the role we can play in our Government.

We were proud of how our Corbett Prep Students were actively engaged in conversations with their Program Instructor and leading their groups with poise, presence and confidence!









After a morning of visiting the Jefferson Memorial, our students were off to visit the US Capitol. Taylor George stood proudly in front of Capitol Hill for a photo!













During our evening workshop, Corbett Prep students were Leaders with a capital "L". They were split into various groups to argue different bills facing Congress today. Our students were outspoken as they shared their opinions with pride and passion.

After a long day of active engagement, we made sure all of our students were settled in their rooms. It was a very quick "good night" as they were very tired and a READY for bed.

Day 1: We're off to Washington, D.C.!

On Sunday morning, forty-five students and four teachers boarded a plane and journeyed to the nation's capital for a week of experiencing History Alive!  Once we arrived, we all traveled to the Holocaust Museum for a day of remembrance.  What a day of kindness, care, and support as the students learned more and discussed the various exhibits! One student stated..."If we don't learn from this history, people could repeat this history."

After traveling through the museum, we took advantage of the beautiful weather and completed a 3-2-1 Reflection and were off to meet other students from Arizona, Alaska, California and Texas.  What a wonderful atmosphere!

After being introduced to the other students who are participating in the Close-Up program this week, Corbett Prep students were settled in their rooms and ready for another amazing day!

Mrs. Dewald and her group has a discussion after leaving the Modern Day Genocide.

Students discussing the Holocaust during our 3-2-1- Reflection

Outside of the National Holocaust Museum

What an AMAZING day!