April 10, 2014
SMA 6th Grade Students Attend Outdoor Camp
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Learning Experience for 6th Graders By Brent Rourk Slowly leaving the island for three days of fun, SMA 6th grade students who packed into the yellow bus, anticipated what they would face at the Outdoor School in Burton, Texas. The objectives were to build teamwork, enjoy nature, and push themselves to their limits and beyond. The question was how they would accomplish those objectives. The ropes course was a challenge for many students as it presented them with opportunities to work together, encourage one another, and trust one another while working through their own personal fears. Many of the students enjoyed the course and the confidence they gained from participating. Working together students pulled the rope that hoisted another student on a giant swing up into the air. That was a favorite for many of the students at the Outdoor School. Sixth grade student Victoria Solarek stated, “I liked the giant swing because it was lots of fun and cool stepping out of my comfort zone, because I went real high in the air. The ropes course was also fun.”
opportunity for building teamwork and camaraderie for the class. I want to thank all of the parent volunteers and chaperones and the staff who made this opportunity possible for the kids.” “They enjoy outdoor sports and evening campfires with the traditional trappings and stories.”, Beeler continued. All of the students made it back safely with countless memories of the fun they shared together and of the confidence they gained.
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There was more for the students to do Victoria continued, “We also kayaked and played water games. The food was also good.”
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