From March 21st through the 23rd, 10 of Toombs Central Elementary School's Gifted education students (ACE) traveled to Washington, D.C. on an epic adventure. Students were able to explore and learn about the various monuments at the National Mall including the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials and the Washington Monument. The Museum of Natural History was also a huge hit for all involved. A highlight of the trip included witnessing the changing of the guard in Arlington National Cemetery at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The ACE sponsor and Gifted teacher, Rhonda McBride, gave students the option to submit an essay describing the importance of this occasion. Students had to describe the Tomb, tell of its significance to our country, and explain why they should be selected to lay a wreath at the Tomb. Students Liam Daily, Charlotte Garrett, Brooklyn Jackson, and Brayden Mosley were selected for this honor. Charlotte expressed how “sacrifice and freedom” were two words she thinks of in honoring those who have served. Brooklyn was thrilled at the opportunity to participate in something that presidents have done,” and to have her eighty-year-old grandfather who was an active service member during the Cold War accompany her on the trip to witness the event. This was a once in a lifetime opportunity!
