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Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program

Next Generation Middle School Leaders Witness History
 
Scholars will spend five amazing days in the nation’s capital experiencing America’s present, past, and future at the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program. Scholars will explore historic sites, enjoy nightly social events, hear from inspiring speakers, and witness history from the National Mall as the President of the United States takes the Oath of Office.
Washington, D.C.

About the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program for Middle School Students

About the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program

The Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program is a non-partisan event that was specifically designed to provide Envision alumni with the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness history by joining people from all over the country and world in Washington, D.C. for the commencement of a new presidential term.

Centered around the pomp and circumstance of the Presidential Inauguration, this alumni-only program takes place just once every four years, making it one of the more coveted programs Envision offers. The 2021 Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program will mark the tenth time that Envision hosts students for this incredible event. Since 1985, scholars have traveled to America’s capital for the inaugurations of six U.S. Presidents: Donald Trump, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, William Clinton, George H.W. Bush, and Ronald Reagan.

The Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program is unlike any other Envision program, as the city and Inauguration Day serve as the core of the educational experience. During their time in Washington, D.C., scholars will also be inspired by speakers who have followed their passions and positively impacted the world, visit historic sites in and around the city, celebrate the Inauguration with nightly social events, and form lasting friendships with fellow alumni.

With a history that dates back to 1789, the Presidential Inauguration is an event that is ingrained in the fabric of America and one that must be experienced to fully understand its magnitude. Like the many scholars who attended the program in prior years, 2021 scholars will leave the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program with a better understanding of the country’s past and present and a commitment to play a role in its future.  

 

2021 Dates & Tuition

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Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program – Middle School Washington, DC January 17–21, 2021 $3,195

Honored Speakers

Kal Penn  ×

Kal Penn has seamlessly transitioned from Hollywood to academia to the White House and back again, pursuing complex roles on- and off-screen that often differ drastically from his own background.

Known for his starring roles in House, How I Met Your Mother, and, of course, the Harold and Kumar franchise, Penn recently produced the NBC/Universal comedy Sunnyside and wrapped a third season of the acclaimed drama Designated Survivor, in which he stars opposite Kiefer Sutherland.

From 2009 to 2011, Penn took a sabbatical from acting and served as an Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement, where he focused primarily on outreach to young Americans, including related issues such as the Affordable Care Act, the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell, college affordability, and veterans benefits for service members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. He was a national co-chair for President Obama’s re-election campaign in 2012 and served on the President’s Committee for the Arts and Humanities, focusing on arts education and cultural diplomacy.

Originally from New Jersey, Penn received his undergraduate degree in Sociology, Theater, Film, and Television at the University of California, Los Angeles, and a graduate certificate in International Security from Stanford University. He has also taught courses at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

Carli Lloyd ×

American Soccer Player, Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist, Two-Time FIFA Women's World Cup Champion, and Two-Time FIFA Player of the Year

Carli Lloyd is a professional soccer player for the United States Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) and the National Women’s Soccer League’s Sky Blue FC in New Jersey. A two-time Olympic Gold Medalist (2008 and 2012), she holds the unique distinction of scoring the game-winning goals in the finals at both the 2008 Games in Beijing and the 2012 Games in London. Carli also represented the U.S. at the past four Women’s World Cup tournaments (2007, 2011, 2015, and 2019) and is a two-time World Cup Champion (2015 and 2019).

Carli received the most prestigious and highest award in soccer when she was named FIFA World Player of the Year twice (in 2015 and 2016), with only four other Americans receiving the award. She is also the only American to score multiple goals in three separate Olympic Games (2008, 2012, 2016), the first soccer player ever to score three goals in a FIFA Women's World Cup final, and the second player ever to score a hat-trick in a FIFA World Cup Final. For her 2015 Women’s World Cup performance, Carli received the Golden Ball Trophy, awarded to the best player of the tournament, and the Silver Boot, for her six tournament goals and one assist.

Off the field, Carli is a role model who empowers fans to never give up on achieving their goals. She almost gave up on her own soccer dream, but with the help and motivation from her coach/mentor James Galanis, she continued her journey and has never looked back! Carli married her high school sweetheart, Brian, in 2016 and published a best-selling memoir in the fall of that year, titled “When Nobody Was Watching.” A New Jersey native, she still lives there and serves as mentor and mental toughness coach for her former youth club, the Medford Strikers.

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Inauguration Day

Scholars will witness history from the National Mall, as the President of the United States takes the Oath of Office and delivers the Inaugural Address.

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Capital Cruise

Scholars will celebrate the excitement of Inauguration Day with a night of dancing and dining as they cruise the Potomac River.

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Historic Sites

Scholars will experience some of the history of the United States’ capital as they visit a variety of monuments and museums throughout the week.

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Honored Speakers

Scholars will be inspired by the words, actions, and experiences of our uniquely accomplished Program speakers: Carli Lloyd and Kal Penn.

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Tuition

Tuition

Tuition for Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program covers most of the expenses incurred during the Program. Tuition DOES NOT cover transportation to and from the program. LEARN MORE


Scholarships

Scholarships

Envision offers a limited number of scholarships to qualified students each year based upon financial need, scholastic leadership, achievements, and other factors. LEARN MORE

Fundraising

Fundraising

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Payment Plan

Payment Plan

You may pay in full today or choose to use one of our payment options.
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Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program FAQs 

  • Is the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program for me?

    To attend the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program, you must be an alumni of an Envision program and a middle school student in grades 6-8 during the 2020-2021 school year.

  • What is included in tuition?
    Tuition for the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program covers:

    • Housing at a historic hotel, featuring modern conveniences in a safe and secure environment and chosen for its proximity to Program activities and events.
    • Program materials, events, and all planned activities.
    • All meals will be included while attending the Program. You will only need additional money for souvenirs, snacks, and other incidentals.
    • Private motor coach transportation during the Program.


    Please note: Your transportation between home and Washington, D.C. is NOT included in your Program tuition.
  • How will I be supervised?

    The program is structured so that you will be closely supervised by our professionally trained Envision team, including advisors, security personnel, operations personnel, and program leads. All scholars and staff reside in a secure, safe, and controlled environment while attending the program.

  • Will it be safe?
    For nearly 30 years, Envision has achieved a stellar record of safely and successfully enriching the lives of students, providing them with superb educational experiences and professional supervision.

    Your safety and well-being during the Program is our highest priority. Other Envision safety measures include:
    • Posting clearly marked signage and greeting students at their designated arrival airport and providing shuttle service from the airport directly to the program site and back to the airport on departure day.
    • Providing students with a brightly colored and distinguishable article of clothing that they will wear when out in groups, allowing Envision team members to quickly identify our scholars in a crowd.
    • Securing exclusive access to a Smithsonian museum for the morning of the Inauguration, so that students will be able to stay warm before securely moving out onto the National Mall for the ceremony.
    • Retaining additional support staff to guide the students, as well as posting additional Envision team members throughout the National Mall.
    • Transporting students to the Mall in private motor coaches and securing nearby parking for the buses for quick access and departure if needed.
    • Maintaining a student-to-staff ratio of 17 to 1.
    • Requiring all students to attend all activities.
    • Checking rooms nightly and ensuring that students remain in their rooms.
    • Having night monitors in place to support students who may become ill or who have an emergency during the night.
    • Equipping all Envision team members with two-way communication devices.
  • How many students share a room?

    Each room will house three students. You will have your own bed, which will include a roll-away bed.

  • Where will I stay?

    For the Presidential Inauguration Alumni Program, you will reside with other students and Envision team members at an historic hotel in Washington, D.C. The hotel was chosen for its proximity to Program events and its safe, secure environment.

  • I am a student requiring specific accommodations. Can I still attend?

    Yes, we encourage you to enroll. Envision by WorldStrides believes in working with families to accommodate student needs and encourages the participation of students who feel prepared to meet the academic, social, physical, and emotional demands of the program environment. We may be able to provide appropriate auxiliary staff and services to assist students as needed if notified in advance. We encourage families, guardians, legal representatives, or educators to contact the Office of Admissions for more information and to discuss particular accommodations before applying for enrollment in the program.

  • Do I need to make my own flight arrangements?

    Yes. Your tuition does NOT include transportation to and from your home and the program location. We recommend that you make necessary flight arrangements only AFTER you receive confirmation that you are officially enrolled in the Program.

  • What is the code of conduct for this program?

    Attending the Program is fun, but it is also an honor. Like all meaningful experiences, you only get out of it what you put in to your time spent at this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You are expected to conduct yourself as a mature and responsible young leader as you represent your school and community. You must abide by the Student Code of Conduct. You must also abide by and uphold all Program rules.

  • Can special dietary needs be met?

    We make every effort to meet the dietary needs of all our students, provided the request is submitted prior to the start of the Program. When you complete the Student Information Form, you will have the opportunity to make special dietary requests.

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