An Ode to Summer Camp: From a Counselor’s Eyes
Share on facebook Share on pinterest Each community has a unique culture, as does every summer camp. Having the privilege to work in various camp environments, I've been exposed to…
Cooking in Our Kitchen: Breakfast Scramble
I am not a morning person. My breakfast normally consists of a couple cups of coffee. But if there’s food, I’ll eat. Now with the kids being home all the…
THE DANGERS OF OVER- SCHEDULING YOUR CHILD
All things come to an end and so too shall this season of "shelter in place" during COVID-19. There may be ups and downs still to come but the hope…
Helping Our Kids Manage Disappointment Over Cancelled Summer Plans
https://vimeo.com/417064795 In this video, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson talks about the disappointment our kids might feel as their summer activities are being cancelled due to the pandemic. There may be…
The Camp Experience is Transformational
The impact that CAMP had on my life.I first went away to an overnight camp with my church at age 10. I had been to sleepovers and even away from…
Unless we can ensure that each of us is safe at camp, we all have to stay home.
On April 20, after consultation with health service professionals and prayer by our board and leadership team, Wildwood Ranch announced to our parents, families and staff members that we were…
Don’t Let Physical Distancing Lead to Social Disconnection
What our young people need most from us right now. Online portals have replaced classrooms. Zoom meetings have replaced hallway conversations. Indoor isolation has replaced after-school basketball practice. This…
Growing Relationships with the Youth in Our Lives
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=853&v=xGHC4k82aeU&feature=emb_logo Author: Kent Pekel Kent Pekel is an educational leader who has worked at the school, district, state, federal, and university levels. Throughout his diverse career, he has sought to bridge…
Why Another Blog?
There is nothing quite as frightening as a blank canvas, a blank notepad or a blank word processing screen. There are so many colors, so many thoughts… too many possible…