ST JOSEPHS BOYS RISE UP TO THE CHALLENGE

The 2011 Singapore trip has once again been an extremely successful one. The Sports Challenge team, consisting of Jacqui Finnegan, Jeremy Olman, Christal Ryan and Margaret Thompson, made the trek across to Singapore for a fun filled 3 week program with the students of Singapore.
The final stop of the trip was the excited and energy packed boys of St Josephs Institution. An all boys primary school which we were keen to see as the end of the trip drew near. We all knew the boys were wrapped to do something different in and out of class and to have time with their Australian coaches
This year the Sports Challenge team was again lucky enough to be involved in 2 programs at the school, and this provided us with the opportunity to interact with more of the P4 boys. Playing games and getting outside was obviously a focus for the boys, where a few exciting tumbles and slips allowed them to laugh and bond with each other. The students also had the opportunity to improve and excel in their challenge activities, focusing on their listening skills, and their ability to work as a team. A vast improvement was shown by all.
Many new bonds and friendships were formed, and despite the programs being run in the holidays, the boys were keen for it to be lengthened.
Although the program was quick, it was enjoyable, and it is one that students and mentors alike will not forget.