https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017 We would like you to post what you have enjoyed about your historic visit to Washington D. C. Be sure to upload a picture from your favorite sites you visited. We encourage you to place multiple posts. - Mr. Burtch, Mrs. Burtch, Mrs. Barr en-us 2017-02-21 19:32:22 UTC 2025-11-02 10:35:45 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Apple.png https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/159658110 The Korean War Monument was very captivating! We learned that it was considered 
"The Forgotten War" since it was between World War ll and  the Vietnam War. The war began when North Korea invaded South Korea .The United Nations,with the United States  as the principal force,came to the aid of South Korea.China came to the aid of North Korea. An armistice was signed on July 27,1953, formally ended the War of Korea. North and South Korea remain seperate and occupy almost the same territory they had when the war began. I enjoyed learning new concepts and seeing monuments like this one! All of this would not be possible without the genorousity of The Immokalee Foundation and I am so thankful for everything! ]]> 2017-03-13 13:17:26 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/159658110 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/159820428 Mount Vernon was a lot of fun! We learned quite a bit about the first Commander in Chief. We also learned about temperatures below 50 degrees! So glad that The Immokalee Foundation made this possible for us.]]> 2017-03-13 20:23:07 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/159820428 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/159824095 For the first day in Washington DC we went to see Washington's home. It was a beautiful house with all the authentic furniture that was once used by Washington. We also got to see the tomb of Washington and his wife. This was the first day and right from the start I was having a blast!. Thank you Immokalee Foundation for this great oppurtunity! ]]> 2017-03-13 20:38:41 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/159824095 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160359885 Around 8:00 at night, the Lincoln Memorial opened so we can see the former president sit in his chair! Earlier in the day, the Lincoln Memorial was closed and we didn't get to see him. As we were walking towards the memorial, the entire atmosphere was cold and my socks were wet! We persevered and we got to see Abraham Lincoln! In the end, it was all worth it. My friend Abraham was super excited to see Abraham Lincoln and took photos of him like crazy! I'm glad the Immokalee Foundation can pay for this amazing trip so us kids can bond and possibly create new friendships.]]> 2017-03-15 19:24:59 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160359885 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160369629  On day 3, we saw some great museums! One was The National Archives, which allowed us to see the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and the Bill of Rights in person! It was cool to see the real documents. Another one I enjoyed was The National Air and Space museum, this museum had space crafts and airplane models inside the museum. It was interesting to read and learn about the development of flight over the last 100 years or so. So happy The Immokalee Foundation made this a reality for me!  ]]> 2017-03-15 20:12:51 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160369629 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160371929 One of the most inspiring and jaw-dropping monuments was the United States Marines Memorial. The monument was breath-taking. It's about World War 2 marines fighting at Iwo Jima against the Japanese. They were victorious and then after the victory, they planted the US flag on the hill. It's so inspirational due to the struggles they faced during the fighting. It was so fun and this was a once in a lifetime moment. I'm extremely fortunate to be a part of this trip and I can't begin to express the gratitude I have towards the Immokalee Foundation!]]> 2017-03-15 20:25:09 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160371929 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160374205 Today I experienced so many Monuments, one of them was the U.S Marine Memorial; it was a great experience. The Marine Corps Memorial is a statue of an event in World War 2. It was a big fight against the Japanese and America. The Marine Memorial is to honor and remember the brave men of the United States Marine Corps who have given their lives to their country. This memorial has made me feel proud and patriotic for my country. I'm so thankful to the Immokalee Foundation for this once-in-a lifetime opportunity! ]]> 2017-03-15 20:38:45 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160374205 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160376319 Yesterday night we went to the World War ll Memorial and it was the most beautiful thing I've ever seen. It was worth braving the cold to see it. I love how we went at night and the lights and fountains came on right when we showed up! This whole trip has been amazing I am thankful for everything we have done. Thanks to the Immokalee Foundation and all who helped to allow me to experience this! ]]> 2017-03-15 20:49:54 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160376319 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160379588 My experience was awesome because it was the first time I'd ever seen White House! Since I'm the Middle School president I thought it was fun to say this is my house. In all seriousness this trip was a once in a lifetime event. I loved this trip so much because of all the new experiences I recieved. I would like to send a huge thank you for everything The Immokalee Foundation has given us! We recieved an opportunity to go to a different state and make us better citizens. Thank you so much!]]> 2017-03-15 21:07:04 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160379588 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160380163 Yesterday we went to the Lincoln memorial and it was great for a couple of reasons. One because this great president share the same first name. Also, he did a lot to keep America together during the Civil War. I think him sitting down on a large chair is a really iconic and it was cool to see it in person. Also the quote at the top of the monument inspired me. All of this would not be possible with out the Immokalee Foundation.]]> 2017-03-15 21:10:37 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160380163 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160380887 Yesterday night we saw the Martin Luther king Jr. memorial and it was breathtaking view. We also saw famous quotes from his speeches. Today we went to the Arlington Cemetary  where we saw many graves of people who died in the wars that were fought for our country. Then we went to see the tomb of the unknown soldier where we witnessed a special ceremony where the guards switch to make sure there is always someone on guard.. I would like to thank the Immokalee Foundation and the donors who gave us the opportunity to attend this magnificent trip!]]> 2017-03-15 21:15:46 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160380887 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160381567 The first day we got to Washington D.C we saw George Washington's mansion. It was really exciting to see the mansion because it was like being there with Washington! The backyard for his house had an amazing view of the Potomac River. Thank you again for the opportunity to be able to go to this trip hope there can be many more trips like this in the future for other students! ]]> 2017-03-15 21:19:30 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160381567 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160382839 Day 2
 was so enlightening to  experience the Holocaust Memorial. I love the fact that the Jewish people did not give up in life that they always had hope inside themselves. I want to thank the Immokalee Foundation for sponsoring this trip . I had lots of fun and will not forget this.]]> 2017-03-15 21:26:50 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160382839 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160382878 The Korean Memorial was one of the saddest things I experienced. The Korean Memorial honors those who fought in the war between N Korea and S Korea. It focuses on US involvement and other UN forces in the war. This has shown me that freedom is not free, that we and other places around the worldneec to foght for it. I am so thankful for those people that have gave their lives for us. Iam greatful to the Immokalee Foundation for giving me this oppurtunity! ]]> 2017-03-15 21:27:04 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160382878 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160383967 Day 3 was amazing we got to see different  museums. One was the The National Archive Museum. We saw the Declaration of Independence and The Constitution. They were the authentic and it was so cool to see how they preserved the original paper and writing of the documents. It was my favorite museum. Thanks to the Immokalee Foundation for letting me  see the museum.]]> 2017-03-15 21:35:05 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160383967 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160384635 On the third day of this trip I was able to experience something with the students that I haven't done in my previous 5 trips to DC. We were granted the opportunity to go the the National Archives and see the original copies of The Constitution and The Declaration of Independence! It was cool for me and students to see these world changing documents outside of a textbook. I am so blessed to be able to work with the Immokalee Foundation and make these great learning opportunities happen! ]]> 2017-03-15 21:39:20 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160384635 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160385942 The first day we came to Washington DC was so amazing because we got to see snow and experience the really cold weather and its pretty cool to have so many new things at once!. The first thing that I liked when we came was the Washington Monument; it was One of the most amazing things I have ever seen. I had a really amazing time and I was sad that we had to leave. Thank you to The Immokalee Foundation for everything!]]> 2017-03-15 21:50:51 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160385942 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160388101 One of my favorite things I did during this trip was seeing the White House. It was great that I finally got to see it in person and not in textbooks or in a picture. It was a great experience and I really enjoyed this whole trip. The people I got to spend time with and the sights were unbelievable. I think everyone should know how great The Immokalee Foundation is for making this trip so amazing! ]]> 2017-03-15 22:13:45 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160388101 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160388554  I want to thank the Immokalee Foundation for sponsoring this field trip to Washington D.C. It was a once in a life time opportunity to experience something great like this first hand. One of my favorite things I enjoyed on this trip was the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial. He is one of the great leaders I look up to. He came from  a poor family and was judged by his skin color. He didnt let that get in his way and he spoke out about what he believed in. To see him stand tall and brave is so inspiring. It shows me that it doesnt matter where you come from, everyone can make a difference! . This lesson is possible because of the Immokalee Foundation and for that I am very thankful!]]> 2017-03-15 22:18:41 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160388554 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160404888 2017-03-16 01:03:57 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160404888 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160405607 2017-03-16 01:08:48 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160405607 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406145 2017-03-16 01:13:50 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406145 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406359 2017-03-16 01:15:35 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406359 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406539 2017-03-16 01:17:09 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406539 burtcj https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406807 2017-03-16 01:19:28 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160406807 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160411396 The Vietnam soldiers memorial was so breath taking. It honors U.S. service members of the armed forces who fought and died in the Vietnam War. The memorial consists of three separate parts : The Vietnam veterans memorial wall, completed first and the best-known part of the memorial; the Three Servicemen memorial,and the Vietnam Women's memorial. All of these memorials are important because of how political the Vietnam War was. Not all soldiers in the war were given the respect they deserve in that time period and the memorial ensures that they are honored forever. I would have not known any of this if it weren't for the Immokalee Foundation. Thank you for making this trip a dream come true.

]]> 2017-03-16 01:59:58 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160411396 https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160505100 We went to the Martin Luther King statue and it was interesting the way the statue was facing the Jefferson monument. Almost as if they were making eye contact! I saw  quotes that really inspired me on how to truly help others. It allowed me to reflect on my life and how lucky I am to be able to come on this wonderful trip! ]]> 2017-03-16 12:45:52 UTC https://padlet.com/burtcj/WashingtonDC2017/wish/160505100