Alaska: A Lesson for Everyone

This past summer. I had the great fortune of traveling to Alaska to experience the sites and stories of the itineraries ACIS has recently added...

New Content Release: America 2020 Calendar

It's a new year, which means it's time to hang up some new content on the classroom walls! We've put together a 12-month calendar comprised of...

Capital ELA: Why One Language Arts Teacher Chose D.C. For Her Students

When you think about Middle School class trips to Washington D.C., you generally think of them being led by history or social studies teachers. Rebekah...

4 Myths About Domestic Educational Travel Debunked

In our conversations with teachers, we've discovered that there are a few common misconceptions about domestic educational travel. From the group size needed to have...

7 Reasons to Experience Puerto Rico ASAP

Puerto Rico is an island with a lot to offer, and with no passport required for US citizens wanting to visit, it makes sense that...

The Smithsonian Institution – Destination Spotlight

Few places in America encapsulate as much history and education as the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. Established in 1846, the Smithsonian is a group...