This week, students in grades 4, 7, and 10 had the opportunity to participate in a Courage Retreat. The week started with 10th graders on Monday, followed by the 7th graders on Tuesday, and finally the 4th graders on Wednesday.

The retreats were organized by Humanity Launch, an organization that focuses on building connections between students and helping them develop important skills. One of the main goals of the retreat was to help students build better relationships with one another. Students were encouraged to talk to classmates outside of their regular circles.

“The retreat helped me to be able to talk to people better and know how to relate to them,” said 10th-grade student Krosby Sandbulte.

Another major focus of the retreat was mental health. Students were reminded that it is okay to ask for help and that they are never alone. It was also a good reminder that they can help support one another.

Retreat leader Kim Bartling also shared personal stories with the students. These stories helped students understand the importance of opening up.

Overall, the retreat was a great opportunity for students to learn more about themselves as well as the people around them. By focusing on communication and relationships, students were able to connect with each other.