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BASD World Language Camp by Carla Cipro
The Bellefonte Area School District hosted multiple summer academic camps in June, and all were free to BASD students! One of these camps was the World Language camp, in which the students explored six different languages! Students participated in many engaging activities with peers from throughout the district. Staff and secondary level students all volunteered their time to help make this camp a success!
This year’ s World Language Camp was offered to BASD students entering 1st through 6th grade. Each day, students explored six languages: Chinese, French, German, Greek, Portuguese, and Spanish. Students completed crafts, engaged in activities with peers, and tried cultural foods and beverages. Activities included language BINGO, listening to books read in different languages, movement activities, and more.
Brittany LeCouvre, Gifted Teacher at the secondary level at BASD and mother of a student going into second grade, had this to share about World Language Camp,“ It’ s just amazing that Bellefonte School District can provide this opportunity for District families. The kids are exposed to 6 languages over 4 days: Spanish, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, and Greek. The kids are gaining respect and understanding for other countries and cultures- which ultimately provides the opportunity to become cultural empaths … and overall good humans and responsible global citizens.” Her daughter, Eloise, told us her favorite part,“... trying different foods and candies from around the world and being able to dance in the Spanish room! They made me excited to learn about the different languages!”
Overall, the camp has been a wonderful experience. The staff and student volunteers are immensely important to its success and are looking forward to participating in it again next summer!
BASD Students Travel to Dominican Republic by Arlin Roth
A group of 7 Bellefonte students recently completed an 8 day service trip to the Dominican Republic. Hosted by Education First, there is a variety of educational offerings for destinations around the world. BASD agriculture teacher, Myken Poorman, led the tour, and technology specialist, Arlin Roth chaperoned.
The theme for the trip was Empowering Children in Cabarete. Students learned how the Mariposa Foundation educates and empowers girls from local communities. Students joined in activities with the Mariposa students including, language, reading, math, art, first aid, and games. A local guide provided valuable information regarding the people and culture of the Cabarete area. In addition to visiting some of the tourist attractions on the coast, students were provided with a tour of a local village where many of the girls who attend Mariposa live.
The overall trip was an incredible experience for all. The Mariposa Foundation is something everyone should experience. The impact they had on us was far more than we had on them.
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