Kabala Team #2

So cool to have the group from FVC and SCS hang out in Kabala for a few weeks. The students (Elisabeth, Joey, Madison, and Rachel) really seemed like they enjoyed their time. Adrienne and I were totally impressed with the way they carried themselves and represented FVC during their time here. There were a lot of long, hot days – especially during the sports days, but they were always positive and energetic with the students, and the students loved them. In fact, it was rare to see one of them walking around the school without around 20 little CRC kids hanging off them. They read stories, played games, sang songs, and helped out the school in some practical ways. I thought often about what a life changing experience for them this would most likely be for them.
Carrie and Janice, the teacher chaperones, did an amazing job. I was reminded on our first visit together in Kabala when Carrie mentioned to the girls to let them know any time they go anywhere that they aren't just visiting…they're visiting and chaperoning. It’s not easy to soak in this kind of travel experience on your own, let alone while being responsible for 4 high school students. It’s hard as a chaperone to know when to give freedom and when to pull the reigns, and they walked this line really well. Also, it was great to chat with them about their experiences here, things back home, and so on, and Adrienne and I really loved showing them around Kabala a little bit.
Everyone at CRC and other people have told us to extend greetings to this group, so if they are reading this…greetings from Kabala.