Participation in the National Memorial Day Parade was the highlight of the trip for many. This is a true life experience for the students. Five out of five stars! Wonderful! I was impressed with the speed at which the elements were added to the parade. I truly did not think we would be in the parade by 3 and we almost finished by 3.

My personal highlight was seeing the new Air Force Memorial and being able to look out over DC at night from its base. The students had many different highlights, it would be difficult to narrow it down, but the parade was great and many will have fantastic memories for years to come.

The students enjoyed the sites they were able to tour. Driving by and pointing out sites is fine, and it is understandable given the density of sites in Washington, that choices have to be made. I heard many students say that they would like to go back personally some day and see more. That is why I take groups to DC, as Americans we need to know what is in our Capital!

I will absolutely be a reference for MCI and the National Memorial Day Parade!

Ky Hascall, Band Director, Park Hill High School