We hope you enjoyed the Easter long weekend via a little relaxation, a little family time, and a whole lot of chocolate! This week at Sr. OSC was just the kind of action-packed week the kids needed to burn off their post-Easter weekend sugar highs, starting with tree planting on Tuesday by the new bike path at Pendlebury and Railway. Our staff and participating Gilmore students planted a total of 6 trees, and learned first-hand about the whole tree planting process, including the importance of root placement and de-tangling in order for the young saplings to survive. The kids loved the experience, and even named their own trees, whether after their own initials, or with a name that harnesses a sense of community, such as, "The Giving Tree". A few memorable quotes from the day include, “I wish I could live forever to watch my tree grow”, “We found diamonds!” and, after some strenuous physical activity, “I feel like a man! ” One thing is for sure: The kids did lots of good that day - for themselves, for the community, and for the Earth!
Aside from the activeness and excitement of planting and getting their hands dirty, the kids also got to give their brains a boost by challenging their human anatomy knowledge, becoming fascinated by weird facts, and giggling at this week's "Classic Wednesday Joke” with Ryan and Sonny’s new “Body Facts True or False” and “Wow That’s Random” board. On top of that, they can also now show their appreciation for each other in a new way by dropping off personalized compliments into the drop box on Stuart’s updated “Compliment Board”! Feel free to take a peek at the new boards the next time you come in; test your own body knowledge, or drop a compliment or two off for some special kids… But, for now, enjoy this week’s classic joke: “Why is Peter Pan always flying? …Because he Neverlands!!”Cheers,
Kylie
