6th Grade Leadership Retreat

From archery to canoeing to rock climbing, students got out of their comfort zones, branched out into new friendships, and learned to communicate as a team. We are eager to see these lessons shape this school year! Until then, below are some of their reflections from the retreat:

"On the retreat, I learned that being a leader isn't just about being responsible and caring. It is also about believing and following God and trying to be like Him, an outstanding leader." -John C.

"On the retreat, I learned that leadership is more than just being big and strong. It is also to be responsible." -Maddie L. 

"I learned that leadership is leading others to God." -Caroline N. 

"A leader is someone who leads people to heaven and helps others." -Catherine Rose M. 

"A leader is always looking out for others." -Benno R.

"I enjoyed doing the scavenger hunt because it brought me closer to my classmates and teachers." -Elaina P."

"I enjoyed the kangaroo jumper because we were all having fun together." -Kate R. 

"On the retreat, I saw a classmate climb the entire rock wall by having motivation along the way." -Jaxon S.

"I was proud of myself when I was able to figure out some clues in the scavenger hunt." -Chisom J.N. 

"I was proud of myself for being brave by trying kayaking." -Amara J.N.

"I saw Keyan manage to use others' encouragements to propel himself to the top of the climbing wall." -Thomas L.

"I was proud of canoeing fast during my first time." -Stella Blue M.

"I learned that sometimes things are a lot harder than they look." -Daphne H.