Day two...

We got a call from Tate last night...her exact words..."it is soooo cool here...I have made so many friends!". Making friends was something she was worried about...I knew she would not have a problem. Here is the newest email...and slide show...I didn't find her in any of the photos yet...but I haven't looked real hard. ENJOY!!


Dear Parent,

It has been a busy day! Tatelynn started her educational journey in Washington, D.C. by experiencing five centuries of news at the high-tech Newseum. Here, she learned about the history of the news and the role it plays in our society, while exploring hands-on exhibits and up-to-the-second technology. In the afternoon, Tatelynn went on a walking exploration of our country's legislative branch on Capitol Hill.

In the evening, she re-convened with her LFG to engage in a First Amendment simulation. In this fictional scenario, the scholars took one of two sides in preparation for an impending debate. Tatelynn had the option of either supporting the right of students to wear "peace patches" in school or advocating for increased community policing against the distraction that the patches would cause. Employing her communication skills, Tatelynn debated and negotiated with her fellow scholars, citing relevant support for her side. Be sure to ask Tatelynn which side she took!

To view photo slideshows from Tatelynn's day, click here.