My daughter is on the list and received an email and letter but I know nothing about this recognition! I understand that it is an honor for sure but just unsure of how much work is involved in competing for it. I read something about 16 hours is expected to complete - does anyone know how true that is? The trip to DC is in June and I am wondering if parents are also allowed to go or is it just supposed to be students? With graduation happening just before that for us and so much going on with college it actually might be tricky to fit the trip in but that would be silly to go through the work and then get awarded the honor but not go on the trip - right? Can anyone tell me more about the experience for the kids?