The TYKFI-STA Scholars recently enjoyed a two-day stay at the All Hands Beach Resort in Subic, Zambales in a fun-filled summer camp experience led by a team of volunteers from the Philippine Airlines Training and Development Department. The PAL training team who conducted the teambuilding activity for the scholars were Bienjamin S. Leofando, Jaba De Jesus, and Nico Magsalin. Present to support the activity were TYKFI’s Elizabeth Alba, Evelyn Abao, Lara Abaleta, and Valerie Tan, as well as the STA teachers who played the role of ‘Shepherds’ throughout the event.
From May 28-29, 2017, the scholars were welcomed into the dorm rooms and cottages of the resort, where immediately new friendships were formed throughout the room assignments. The following were some of the activities, interrupted only by short water breaks, sumptuous meal times, and dashes to the water: Zip-Zap-Zoom, Minesweeper, Filipino Relay, and the Amazing Race.
These games involved getting to know one another, trusting one another, cheering for one another, puzzles and challenges, as well as fun activities that required pure determination. Memorable awards were given to those who showed academic achievements as first time scholars throughout the year.
At night, it was a time of reflection and thanksgiving prayer. PAL volunteers shined as they shared personal testimonies and insights on how to be students with I.D.E.A.S. (I-inspiration, D-Determination, E-encouragement, A-appreciation, S-service).
There were many other learnings from this camp as well, some included the following: from Jobert B. Nollen, a grade 8 student, “My summer camp experience was how to work as one family and how to solve problems as a team. Natutunan ko rin na dapat laging mag-share at rumespeto. Ang mga aral na napulot ko ay laging maging mapagkalinga, be humble, maging maawain, patience, team work at work as one family”. While according to STA teacher Jennivie L. Sagario, “[It] was indeed of great help to every individual. This outdoor activity enhanced the social responsibility of every learner. Hidden skills will be boosted, from leadership to being responsible fellowmen.”
With the show forth of every activity, and as each one emerged from their repeated dips into the water with new friends, the spark that came across each student’s face is a reminder of a quote once said by Walt Disney, “Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, dreams are forever.” Truly these are priceless gifts to give to our children.
These games involved getting to know one another, trusting one another, cheering for one another, puzzles and challenges, as well as fun activities that required pure determination. Memorable awards were given to those who showed academic achievements as first time scholars throughout the year.
At night, it was a time of reflection and thanksgiving prayer. PAL volunteers shined as they shared personal testimonies and insights on how to be students with I.D.E.A.S. (I-inspiration, D-Determination, E-encouragement, A-appreciation, S-service).
There were many other learnings from this camp as well, some included the following: from Jobert B. Nollen, a grade 8 student, “My summer camp experience was how to work as one family and how to solve problems as a team. Natutunan ko rin na dapat laging mag-share at rumespeto. Ang mga aral na napulot ko ay laging maging mapagkalinga, be humble, maging maawain, patience, team work at work as one family”. While according to STA teacher Jennivie L. Sagario, “[It] was indeed of great help to every individual. This outdoor activity enhanced the social responsibility of every learner. Hidden skills will be boosted, from leadership to being responsible fellowmen.”
With the show forth of every activity, and as each one emerged from their repeated dips into the water with new friends, the spark that came across each student’s face is a reminder of a quote once said by Walt Disney, “Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, dreams are forever.” Truly these are priceless gifts to give to our children.
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