Annual 8th Grade Trip to Washington, D.C. - May 14-16, 2025

 

 

 

 

 

How Can You Help?

 

  • You can SPONSOR a student for $896 or you can DONATE any amount towards the
    fundraising account. Click here to donate!
  • Support or volunteer for the 8th Grade Bake Sale on Election Day, November 5, 2024 (more information to come)
  • Attend the Dancing for D.C. parent event on January 24, 2025 at Old Greenwich Social Club! (ticket sales to come)

 

 

 

A GPS Tradition

 

In eighth grade, GPS students anticipate becoming leaders in their schools and community. The eighth-grade year also traditionally culminates in a multi-night trip to Washington, D.C. Across the district, this time-honored tradition offers each graduating class the opportunity to bond before heading off to high school. This year's 8th graders are looking forward to upholding this GPS tradition and experiencing the unique cultural and educational opportunities provided by our Nation's capital–an experience we hope will last in their hearts and minds for years to come.

 

 

Sample Highlights of the Trip

 

The Eastern Middle School trip is scheduled for May 14-16, 2025.  During their 2 nights & 3 days in D.C., our 8th graders will hit the ground running. They will explore the Nation's capital and the surrounding area, where they will experience firsthand what they have been studying throughout elementary and middle school. Here are some highlights of the trip:

  
To check out all of the fun they will have:  Click here to view the Washington D.C. video.
 

 

 

 

 

Street map of central Washington D.C. showing parklands and all government buildings