Students competing in the field day, “Shoe Game.”

Imagine 200+ students running and screaming.  Now imagine those same 200 students, still running and screaming, while ALSO learning the importance of team spirit and leadership through a series of fast-paced competitions and engaging outdoor activities.  This is how we would describe Camp PAS 2015:  an opportunity for all of our upper-level students to be challenged to grow and gain important leadership skills through Experiential Learning.

This year’s Camp PAS took place in Kenting Resort (小墾丁渡假村).  Activities included snorkeling, hiking, and a school-wide field day.  Through these activities, students met Kolb’s definition of the Experiential Learning Cycle: learning through experience, reflecting and making goals for improvement, and then carrying out these improvements to achieve new aspirations.

The highlight of the camp, the school’s yearly team talent show, also helped students learn the importance of taking risks.  The show gave students a chance to show off their skills in front of a supportive audience while being accompanied by an impressive light show.  The professional camp leaders also put on their own performance, even inviting a group of Minions on the stage.

In all, Camp PAS was once again a wonderful opportunity for students to gain important life skills while also learning the importance of their school family and fun.