Just beginning to map out the different things that shape identity and influence the way we work as leaders. Much to do next week!...
Continue reading
Granada, Spain: Fundación Escuela de Solidaridad
Today we arrived at our destination: Granada, Spain. The trip was long, but along the way we got a glimpse of the beautiful scenery in this country. When we finally got to Fundación Escuela de Solidaridad, our home for the next few days, we had time...
Continue reading
Herzlich Willkommen from Frankfurt
Our Intensive Learning journey started with a 7-hour flight to Frankfurt from Philadelphia International Airport. After a typically efficient German welcome, we were off in our tour bus with our new friend and guide, Lynn. She gave us a brief introduction to the city of Frankfurt, and immediately let us roam around the Frankfurt...
Continue reading
Why did You Choose the Nicaragua Trip?
“I chose this trip because I like doing global service.” “I am looking forward to a new culture.” “I am very excited to see a way of life different than my own and see the nature of Nicaragua.” “I chose to go to Nicaragua because last year I went to Costa Rica, and I...
Continue reading
California Here We Come!
Just a few more days and we’ll be off to explore San Francisco and the tech companies in the Bay Area. ...
Continue reading
Welcome to Let’s Sew for Babies!
Here we are choosing fabric for our first project, a reversible bib. We have learned the difference between types of fabrics, how to place a pattern on fabric, and how to cut fabric with a pattern. In addition, we got a quick lesson on threading machines, so we are ready to begin sewing on...
Continue reading
Serenity at PHL
After departing ahead of schedule from MFS, we got through security in record time. We are the first flight of the day in the international terminal, so the airport is quiet and peaceful. Surely this is a good omen for a great trip. . ...
Continue reading
MFS Local Spanish Trip
Looking forward to exploring Taller Puertorriqueño, Southwark Elementary School, Casa Monarca, and more … MFS Spanish IL!...
Continue reading
Welcome to Improv with Issues!
We are so excited to explore issues, improv, and Starbucks. We’re looking forward to getting to work with professional actors in Philly, building trust and community, and getting out of our comfort zones. Stay tuned for updates next week as we play games, learn new techniques, and dive into important issues....
Continue reading
Assembly Day for 2016 IL
We all met for the first time. Present were AJ and Brad, Mia and Eli, Alex and Katy, Ian and David, Charles, Edward and Josh, oh, and of course, Newman and Thomson. We got our marching orders, scheduled blogging and snack, and braced for our first adventure at the romantic and brackish Palmyra Cove. Maybe the...
Continue reading
¡Estamos listos!
Bienvenidos al viaje a España! Here are some quotes before our departure! When asked how they are feeling, our brave, yet soulful, travelers responded like so: Mary: I am so excited to be flying today. I brought my CD player and am taking it back 90s style with an early 90s, 5 volume hip-hop...
Continue reading
Packing List for Nicaragua
via Pronica Clothes Lightweight pants, skirts, t-shirts, blouses. We do not recommend bringing more than one pair of shorts, as shorts are not normally worn here and expose one to more sun and bugs. Same goes with tank tops. During meetings with organizations, it is best to not dress too causally. Definitely dress comfortably,...
Continue reading
Art and the Environment
Welcome to an exploration of art and how art interacts with the environment for your Intensive Learning! We have planned a week full of designing, creating and exploring to inspire your creative energy. We will be focusing on the art concepts of TOTEMS and MANDALAS as forms of expressing IDENTITY. Our artworks will...
Continue reading
Germany, here we come!
Hasta la proxima vez … (Until next time … )
Our last day in Holguin was full of activity as well as emotion. After breakfast, we headed east for a short drive to Ranchon Alcala, deep in the countryside. There we took a tour of a typical farmhouse, learned how coffee is freshly ground in a giant mortar and pestle, sampled fresh fruits and...
Continue reading