California State Capitol Field Trip
The Assumption School eighth-grade class kicked off their Sacramento adventure early, departing campus at 7:00 a.m. aboard a chartered Bishop O’Dowd bus. Their destination: the California State Capitol, where they participated in an engaging tour centered on state government, California history, and neoclassical architecture.
During the visit, students explored the Capitol’s highlights, including:
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The Rotunda: Standing beneath the massive dome to take in the building’s grand scale.
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Legislative Chambers: Touring the historic halls where California’s laws are debated and passed.
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The Governor’s Office: Visiting the executive entrance to see the iconic bronze "Golden Bear" statue.
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Gubernatorial Portraits: Viewing the diverse collection of portraits honoring California’s past governors.
The trip offered a firsthand look at the heart of our state’s political system, bringing their social studies curriculum to life.