Washington DC is a wonderful city with rich resources and
monuments. Due to the September opening of the new
Smithsonian North American Indian Museum, Westward Waters' Project
Director, Diane Wolfe, arranged this opportunity in lieu of a press
weekend or banquet. This opportunity was considered
voluntary. Everyone was encouraged to participate, however it
was understood that schedules and commitments may restrict the
ability to attend.
There were also requirements/expectations that needed to be met
in order to participate in this opportunity.
- Mandatory attendence at the November 5th Teacher's Night Out at
the Durham Western Heritage Museum in Omaha.
- Attendence at all scheduled activities while in DC
- Development of one lesson based on the on-line resources of
either the LOC or Smithsonian collections. Lessons must be
submitted by December 31, 2004.
- One Sub day will be provided - the additional day must be
either professional or personal leave.
- Participants would be responsible for some of their meals
whether lunch and/or supper.
- A commitment was needed on or before September 1, 2004 in order
to participate.
The group took advantage of the public transportation system
while out in DC, however there were also miles of walking involved.
The weather, for the most part, was pleasant (the air was
brisk and the sun shone brightly).
Arrangements were made with the Library of Congress and the
Smithsonian to have workshops and cultural interpreters available
during the group's visit. Specific tour locations
included a night monument tour, Monticello, and James
Monroe's Ash Lawn Highland.
Please Click on the slide show for more information and
photos.
November Opportunity
