WASHINGTON DC TRIP ADDITIONAL INFO
March 2, 2023
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Wreath Laying Ceremony
During the Washington D.C. trip we will visit Arlington National Cemetery. CHS will participate in the Wreath Laying Ceremony. We will select 4 students to be up front and to actually place the wreath. Interested students need to write a "theme" based on the following prompt.
Why it is important to me to participate in the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Wreath Laying Ceremony?
Students need to research the background, reflect, and write their opinion. Please turn in your completed work to Mr. Abbott on Monday, March 6th (Choir Room).
Students selected need to able to meet the VERY STRICT required dress code for the ceremony:
DRESS CODE FOR PUBLIC WREATH CEREMONIES
Personal appearance and dress of persons participating in ceremonies at the Tomb of the
Unknown Soldier will adhere to the dress standards expected of such dignified occasions.
The minimum standard is business casual, defined as:
For men: A combination of collared shirt (such as a dress shirt or polo shirt),
trousers (such as khakis or blue, green, brown, or black trousers) with a belt and
appropriate shoes. A blazer or business jacket and tie can optionally be added.
For women: A reasonable length skirt (knee length) or trousers of a non-jeans
material combined with a top that covers the shoulders (such as a blouse, dress
shirt, or sweater set) and appropriate shoes are considered acceptable. An
informal dress with appropriate skirt length is also acceptable.
School uniforms will be allowed as long as an adult official from the school
confirms that the student’s attire is in accordance with the school uniform policy.
The following attire is considered not appropriate for participation in the ceremonies:
Blue Jeans
Ripped clothing
Athletic wear
Patched pants
Shorts of any kind (except when part of an established uniform, e.g. School Uniforms,
Scout Uniforms, Foreign Military Uniforms, and period Military Uniforms)
Tee Shirts
Tank Tops
Halter Tops
Tube Tops
Underwear as outerwear
Shirts that expose the midriff
Miniskirts
Sneakers
Flip flops or shower-type shoes
Have a good day,
Mr. Abbott