Intensive Learning @ MFS
The World At Your Fingertips
After that delicious lunch we strolled for a few minutes along the river, enjoying the weather, and formed a reflection circle to appreciate as a group how our time in Spain has changed our worldviews. Among the many things shared were our surprise at the diverse influences other cultures have had on Spain, the...
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We began our day with some delicious toast as we went over what we are going to do with the space behind the garden. Our plan is to plant wildflowers in the space to beautify it and attract pollinators. Previously, that space was covered with bramble and unwanted weeds. The maintenance crew helped us...
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By Emmie Huynh and Jade Montenegro Right after Dan and Mary Anne headed to bed, the Low and Slow crew began the student sleepover festivities! After some playful cookie throwing fights and a failed attempt to make ice cream (the group is still unsure where the ice cream leftovers remain … ) we abandoned...
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Touring Haverford and exploring the aspects of student life and general environment was a great way for us to close our collegiate exploration during this Intensive Learning experience. Although we’re all sad this is our last stop, it certainly doesn’t mark the end of Thriving Now and Beyond. We’ve still got one more day...
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Our morning began bright and early as we left the hotel around 6:30 a.m., heading straight for St. Peter’s Basilica. Arriving early allowed us to try and beat the crowds to experience the church in a more peaceful setting. We spent time wandering through the space, listening to music, reflecting, and taking in the...
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Our day started off bright and early with everyone preparing to board the bus at 7 a.m., but like all the other days, it was worth the activities to come! The first stop was JAXA’s (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) Tsukuba Space Center, where we explored the astronaut training facilities and mission control center. Then,...
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Today was the day of the showstopper, the one to end it all. The kitchen was grueling and bustling with activity. As we whisked the ingredients, we felt … (READ ON to find out what happens at the Great MFS Baking Showstopper!) By Trent, Ariel, Stefan We never thought something as seemingly simple as...
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Today we spent the fifth and last full day of our Intensive Learning program at the Franklin Parker Preserve. The trail began at the same location as Tuesday’s hike to Apple Pie Hill, but we went in a different direction. Our trip today was focused on hiking along train rails and bird watching. We...
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– Zak B. Today we saw how much progress has been made as far as service across the nation. We saw a visual timeline of the development of the Food Bank of South Jersey, and it was truly astonishing how much progress they made. However, myself and others realize how much work can still...
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The Gradwell House is known for its accessibility and affordability to upcoming and indie artists who are looking to find their place in the music scene. The studio has had several well-known local bands and high-profile artists come through over the years, and they participate in large-scale projects like music accompaniment for the Super...
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As this was our last full day together, it was nice to learn some new folk art techniques while also returning to those we had most enjoyed. Having a week to explore our own individuality and creativity opened new doors for each of us, and we are excited to have artifacts from each of...
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Today we toured the Gradwell House Recording Studio and learned a lot of new stuff about recording music. We learned about the basics of recording work, how to make a good recording of live instruments, and how to make a high quality sound track along with the conditions needed. The studio is in Haddonfield,...
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Last night, we had a campfire with skits and songs. It felt like we were one big community and we laughed a lot. College Settlement is a place to explore stepping out of your comfort zone and have a fun time with your friends! One highlight of our trip was the group lessons. One...
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Students worked on finalizing their stop motion movies with the preschoolers. This included recording voiceovers, taking pictures, and taking breaks to play. This Thursday, upper schoolers started their day by going to the preschool classrooms to begin their planning for the day. Preschoolers were happy to see us! We played and worked on our...
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Our second day in Washington D.C. was filled with sightseeing and exploration. … By Bryn & Sadie Our second day in Washington D.C. was filled with sightseeing and exploration. We started our day off early with bagels for breakfast and a walking tour around the neighborhood. During the tour, we visited historic places such...
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