Games and a Re-Vamp

Today I had a 45 minute (very productive) meeting with Mrs. M-L to talk about the reading guide, as well as our visions for how to re-vamp SING. It was a short day but a productive one. I'm enthusiastic about this project not only because I care about refugees, but also because I want the freshman class to have a positive introductory activity into the upper school. SING is a great way to build community amongst new advisories, but we need to capitalize on the window where they are just getting to know one another. I believe doing service with each other is a great bonding experience, but especially having constructive conversations around WHY they are doing what they're doing. So, as ice breakers Mrs. Morris Long and I have decided it would be a good idea to have the freshman participate in games themed around morals, ethics, and group decision making. They will be playing a game called "Life Boat Ethics", and I will be searching for more games of this nature tomorrow. I also think it is a good idea to try and engage the teachers in these activities, so that they feel more connected to SING regardless of their department affiliation.