The following is adapted from a press release provided by Education in Action.

Fourth graders from Garland ISD’s John W. Armstrong Elementary took their Texas history lessons beyond the classroom on May 15 during an Education in Action Discover Texas Field Trip to Austin. The full-day experience offered hands-on learning at the Texas State Capitol and the Bullock Texas State History Museum.

The trip started on the charter bus with activities and games designed to spark discussion around Texas pride and heritage. Once in Austin, students toured the Texas State Capitol, including visits to the Senate and House of Representatives chambers and the offices of their local legislators, State Senator Bob Hall and State Representative Angie Chen Button.

At the Bullock Texas State History Museum, students delved deeper into the Texas Revolution and explored key events that helped shape the state’s identity. Their museum visit wrapped up at the multi-sensory Texas Spirit Theater, where they experienced highlights of Texas history—from a gusher erupting at an oil derrick to the powerful launch of Saturn V at the Johnson Space Center.

“Education in Action’s Discover Texas Field Trips are based on the understanding that the most effective way for students to learn is through experience,” stated Jennifer Pasteur, Education in Action’s Executive Director. “Student activities during Discover Texas Field Trips reinforce and supplement Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) learning objectives in fun and hands-on ways at significant Texas sites that bring the content to life.”

Education in Action’s Discover Texas Field Trips allow teachers to take their 3rd, 4th, or 5th-grade classrooms on organized, fun, and educational site-based learning experiences. For more information, visit educationinaction.org.