What's Happening in Winston Prep?
May 2015
Editor: Daniel Palumbo
Coen's Editorial: The Camping Trip
We climbed the steep cliff with bare hands and only a harness, yet it was friendly to people of any level of experience. After we reached the top, we rappelled down. We learned to support others and face our fears.
Throughout the trip, we hiked with our backpacks that were upwards of 25 pounds, which was very tiring, so it was quite a relief when we finally were able to take them off at camp at the end of the day. Just about everybody that went on the trip made new friends. Doing activities in a closer setting together for the whole time allowed us get to know each other a lot more and in a different way.
When we arrived to camp on the third day, we saw a shallow river. We got to put our feet in and walk around in it. A group of kids got together and built a dam, which allowed the water to rise. Spontaneously, a challenge started and took turns dunking our whole body into the 40 degree water. Brrrrrrr!!!! Kids and teachers alike got into the freezing water and everyone was cheered on. It was unreal!
This is just a sample of what we got to do and learn on our adventure. Beautiful nature, good friends and great activities. It makes you wonder: who needs school?
-Coen
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The Mighty Milers by Victoria Carolan
The Mighty Milers is a running program hosted by Mr. Medley in Gold’s Gym on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 3-4 P.M. This program is great training for preparing for next year’s morning running program. You can sprint, run or just walk the track as you try to complete miles (18 laps = 1 mile). Mr. Medley keeps track of the runner’s times and distances. The goal is to get the kids in shape and active while having fun with friends.
The Gettysburg Address by David Strachan
In March, four Winston Prep's students participated in the Gettysburg Address National Contest. As one of the contestants, I was nervous to recite this important historical speech with only one chance to get it right. In the end, I was selected to represent our school at the national contest held at the Cambridge School in Princeton, NJ. I was nervous but honored to be there. Many parents and teachers were present but I brought my own supporters: my mom, grandma, grandpa, and my mom’s friend. I will never forget this out-of -the-ordinary moment.