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We received an overwhelming response to our 2027 trip and have closed sign-ups in an effort to create the best possible experience for all participants. Please consider signing up for the spring 2028 trip.
Key advantages of the Spring 2028 trip include:
No conflicts with Easter or major spring holidays
Opportunity to see Washington, D.C. during peak Cherry Blossom season
Pleasant spring weather
A higher likelihood of Congress being in active session
Broader student peer interaction with schools attending nationwide
Access to early bird pricing from CloseUp
Please consider this as an option if you (and your friends) are on the fence. Contact us below for more info.
Our 2027 DC Trip will be
February 7-12 2027
Close Up is a year-long program that engages students in local, state, and national government and leadership by offering opportunities to talk to students all over the country and engage with policymakers representing Decatur, Georgia, and beyond. We work together to volunteer in our community, visit state-level offices and take a week-long trip to Washington, DC.
Close Up is a year-long program that engages students in local, state, and national government and leadership by offering opportunities to talk to students all over the country and engage with policymakers representing Decatur, Georgia, and beyond. We work together to volunteer in our community, visit state-level offices and take a week-long trip to Washington, DC.
Students will learn how to deliberate with those they agree with and other people who may have a different perspective.
Students will learn how to deliberate with those they agree with and other people who may have a different perspective.
DHS Close Up partners with Close Up DC, a nationally recognized, bipartisan civic education program that gives students a unique opportunity to experience how the U.S. government works through a week-long trip to Washington, D.C.
DHS Close Up partners with Close Up DC, a nationally recognized, bipartisan civic education program that gives students a unique opportunity to experience how the U.S. government works through a week-long trip to Washington, D.C.
DHS Close Up is dedicated to bringing a group of students to Washington, D.C. that is as diverse as our amazing city. For over 20 years, DHS has helped students engage with peers from across the country, discuss current events, tour the Capitol, and explore cultural sights and events.
DHS Close Up is dedicated to bringing a group of students to Washington, D.C. that is as diverse as our amazing city. For over 20 years, DHS has helped students engage with peers from across the country, discuss current events, tour the Capitol, and explore cultural sights and events.
Hello- thank you for your interest in CloseUp. Use the slides to help you see information on the February 2027 trip
Hello- thank you for your interest in CloseUp. Use the slides to help you see information on the February 2027 trip
Missed the interest meeting? Check out the slides from our initial meeting.
Decatur High School Close Up is dedicated to bringing a group of students to Washington DC that is diverse as our amazing city.
Decatur High School Close Up is dedicated to bringing a group of students to Washington DC that is diverse as our amazing city.
DHS has been sending kids to Washington DC for over 20 years to meet with students across the nation, discuss current events, tour the Capitol, and explore cultural sights and events.
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