On October 18, students in D.C. History attended the 2nd annual DC Charter School Day with the DC City Council. Alongside head of school Mr. Anderson and D.C. history teacher Mr. Eleby-El, the students had the chance to watch the entire city council in session and hear about current legislation proposals. Students heard a range of topics including debates over statehood and even a proposal to change the District’s name. The D.C. History class has several trips involving city government, local museums and historical sites. Students attending the council on Tuesday included seniors Teddy Ammon, Samantha Anderson, Alexander Arias-Sanchez, Da’Quon Brown, Kyle Clayton, Sophie Collier, Dominique Cravens, Dominique Cravins, Elias Demian, Alex Hagan, Carmaya Humble, Donte Johnson, Saphire Johnson, Judah Lloyd, Karl Loots, Samuel Montrey, Antonio Posada, Ben Roodman, Camille White, Jake Wilson, and Benjamin Wood.