October 22, 2004

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Volunteer Parents Help Make Student Retreat a Unique Experience

Top: The view at the Rockbridge retreat center. Above: Three high school students get ready for worship during the High School Retreat

Each year the StoneBridge high school goes on a three-day retreat in the fall to set the tone for the year and for the students to get to know one another in an atmosphere other than the classroom. This year the High School Retreat took place in Rockbridge, VA, from September 22nd through the 24th. One hundred and thirty-one students, 12 faculty members, and 26 parent volunteers participated. Sixteen of those parents volunteered in the kitchen at the retreat center, one of which was Paige Going, mother of sophomore Paul Thomas and freshman Tiffany.

"I want to thank the administration, faculty and students for allowing me the privilege of serving you during the Rockbridge Retreat.  Yes, the parents do work hard in the kitchen but what you don't know is how much fun we are having.  You can hear the laughter throughout the kitchen, dining hall and even at the hot tub as the parents get to know one another and form lasting relationships.
           
Where else could one go to serve others, spend time with teachers and parents, watch the Lord at work in our children’s hearts and observe first hand what sets StoneBridge apart from all other schools? The offsite retreat for the students and teachers is a unique opportunity to allow the seniors to mentor the younger classmates. I was in awe as I listened to the seniors share their advice during Thursday evening’s service. It was obvious that StoneBridge is raising the next generation of leaders."

Paige Going
StoneBridge Parent