Retreats are a time for Messmer students to reflect, learn
new things, and have fun, while feeling God's presence amongst our
peers.
The Junior Retreat took place Thursday and Friday October 18th and 19th at Camp
Minikani. Juniors participated in various outdoor activities including rock
climbing and the high ropes course. The objectives of the activities included team
building, cooperation, communication, and trust. The activities took the students out of their normal element.
Junior guidance counselor
Ms. Lora DeFranco said, "It was a wonderful experience to see juniors in a
different setting." Most students said they enjoyed themselves, but there were
also some challenges. Junior Michaun Cobb remarked, "The retreat was very
exhilarating. I had fun using
teamwork, but some activities were scary such as the high ropes."
At the retreat, juniors put aside any
problems they may have with each other, to focus on the main task at
hand. It was exciting to see
people who otherwise wouldn’t associate with each other in or outside of school come together and enjoy
themselves.
Junior Edreena Tuggles said, "The retreat was interesting. We bonded
as one, and I had a lot of fun." Through this experience the class of 2014 was able to
overcome fears, build relationships with peers, and bond like never before--all
while having fun!
--Contributed by juniors Ishmael Ali
and Christina Tenner
--Contributed by juniors Ishmael Ali
and Christina Tenner
