"I recently was given the opportunity to join my daughter’s class on an experiential learning expedition. What a wonderful time of fun filled learning and interaction with other parents, students, and my daughter! Each child participated in these plans [to make the trip] by either assisting with the camp set-up or by meal preparation. The children were held accountable to accomplish schoolwork but not in the traditional setting of the classroom. This was and exciting time of hands on learning! As a parent, I thoroughly enjoyed this experience, and I couldn’t imagine a more interactive and entertaining way for the students to learn."

--Lisa, chaperone

The ELA changed me because it helped me think about teamwork. Helping each other in every trouble.

 --Ethan, 4^th grade

The Experiential Learning Activity brought true hands on interaction that does not normally occur in a classroom setting. In other words, it is practical application and experience of what the students learn in books. One can read about constellations in books and read an instruction manual on virtually anything but dedicated tactile and visual interaction is both enjoyable and rewarding.

--Mike, chaperone

The experiential learning trip changed me in many unexpected ways. First and foremost, I realized how much I take for granted about my life. There are so many things we take for granted like television, radios and even actual bathrooms. We all must realize that all these things are gifts from God and we should thank him daily for all our possessions.

--Christian, 7^th grade