Why Springfield?

This trip builds critical thinking skills for our students because they can think about Abraham Lincoln and our state capitol from a different perspective.  

It aligns with the following social studies standards:

• SS.CV.3.5: Compare the origins, functions, and structure of different systems of government. 
• SS.G.1.5:  Investigate how the cultural and environmental characteristics of places within the United States change over time. 
• SS.H.3.5: Explain probable causes and effects of events and developments in U.S. history.

Several students may not get to attend these sites outside of a school field trip. 

• Students get to explore Lincoln’s home and neighborhood where the family lived until he was elected president.
• Students visit the Illinois State Capitol where they can see where lawmakers meet to make decisions for our state and might be able to sit in on a legislative session. 
• Students visit the final resting place of Abraham Lincoln, his wife, Mary, and three of their four sons.
• Students visit The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum that includes hi-tech exhibits, interactive displays, and multimedia presentations.