Kick Off- October 20th 1st period (lasts about 45 minutes) -This is a short assembly to introduce the students to the purpose of the program and to map out the year's events.
Challenge Day January 10th, 11th and 12th (Each team has a turn participating for the entire day)-This is a full day in school program. The day is designed as a celebration of truth, diversity and full expression in order to build connection and empathy for one another.
Altitude Workshops- January 23rd, 24th and 25th (in lieu of P.E. classes)-This is a 3 day interactive, in-school, workshop that builds self-esteem and self acceptance and promotes compassion and altruism: The themes are Self-Awareness, Gratitude, and Service
Altitude Club- Wednesdays during Academic Assistance (TBD)- This weekly club dives deeper into the Altitude Workshop themes by creating service and media projects, learning audio and media production, designing Public Service Announcements and positive Social Media Messaging
Community Service Opportunities Throughout the Year- Students will have the opportunity for hands on service through Pass it Along
Altitude Rally-May 23rd 1st Period (lasts about 45 minutes)-This is a high-energy assembly at the end of the year's journey during which students celebrate "Taking the Climb"
I am looking for teacher volunteers to go through the Challenge Day with our students. It is an all day commitment and yo can go through all of the days or however many you would like. Let me know if you are interested as a few of you have expressed interest already. You can e-mail me or leave a comment on this blog.
It is a great program and an amazing opportunity for our students, thank you for your help in making it happen.
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