Session 4, Week 4 The DELTA Studio had been missing 1 or 2 heroes all week due to sickness. As we gathered for our morning launch on Thursday, one hero made the comment “It sure makes a difference when even one hero is gone.” I jumped on this moment and...
Session 4, Week 3 I recently read a parenting blog post entitled “15 Really Good Reasons You Should Laugh With Your Child Today.” Among the reasons listed and supported were: laughter decreases stress and anxiety, increases learning, fosters brain...
Session 4, Week 2 Can you have freedom without responsibility? I don’t think we worded this question well because heroes give a quick answer yes. Anytime there is a quick answer to a Socratic question, we likely didn’t ask a very good question. The goal of...
Session 4, Week 1 I know of no better way to ring in a New Year than to spend it with high energy, engaged young people. Heroes walked into the door excited to be back (albeit a little tired) and the excitement grew throughout the week as they plunged into their...
Session 3, Week 3 After two weeks of diligent effort learning the names of our guests and preparing games, crafts, and decorations, Monday finally arrived. It is amazing to be able to release 70 heroes to the street to walk to a party venue 0.7 miles away and trust...
Session 3, Week 2 “A good friend always teaches you something, even if the lesson isn’t easy.” Dana Jo Graslie. While I don’t know much about Dana Jo Graslie, she nailed friendship in this quote. Amongst all heroes of all ages, we witness their...