We were happy to welcome Interact President Morgan Kendall and several club members to our meeting. We also welcomed two of the students who attended RYLA last summer – Emma Ranco and Sean White.
Emma and Sean each spoke about their experience at RYLA. Emma commented that being in the woods- without her phone- was outside her comfort zone. Initially, it was kind of scary, but there is a great “vibe” to the place and people came together quickly in this “life changing” experience. Sean told us that he debated sneaking in his phone, but he didn’t. He mentioned the opportunity to get to know new people and to have the opportunity to “take charge” in a group. They both said it was a lot of fun and improved their confidence.
Sean White and Emma Ranco
Morgan then talked about the Interact Club’s plans for this school year. They are asking their members to participate in three service projects and to attend every meeting unless excused by Mr. Dyer or one of the club officers. They will also be putting focus on recruiting boys.
They will be participating in the Festival of Trees again this year and are tossing around some ideas for a possibly service theme for their tree. They hope to do something to support a family around Christmas. Sopa, Rhianna and Morgan will be going to Rotary UN Day in NY in November and they are also hoping to conduct a team building retreat at Camp Hinds this winter for their entire club.
Morgan Kendall speaks to the club
In addition, there is a 90-minute study hall with about 200 kids each week. They are looking at opportunities to complete service projects during this period that involve some of those students - activities in or near the school.
Thank you for sharing your plans for the year and your enthusiasm with us!
Seated: President Morgan Kendall
Standing: Emma Ranco, Sean White, Kara Fortier,
Sopa Mongu, Rhiannon Doiron, Kallie Cyr