Post by title1parent on Dec 17, 2008 22:40:32 GMT -5
Taken from this month’s WV school newspaper, THE VOICE…..
Wildcats Shadow Warriors
By Nina Chang
What started out as a normal Thursday morning for Waubonsie’s Student Council turned into an adventure accompanied by students from our sister school Neuqua, for an exchange program. On Thursday, December 4th, 32 members from Neuqua Valley’s Student Council were paired up with members from Waubonsie’s own Student Council based on their positions and grade. It was an opportunity for Neuqua students to share their experience with their peers who might attend Waubonsie in the future.
Everyone met up in the auditorium at 6:30 AM for the usual big Student Council meeting which involved every class council. Afterwards, each Waubonsie member lined up while holding a piece of paper with their partner’s names, like waiting for someone at the airport. After matching up, each member showed their partner around the school.
“This school is just like Hogwarts” said Neuqua Valley Junior Sara Rahim. They were so confused by our hallways and different third floors. There was even a mini argument between a Waubonsie member and their partner about which way they had just come from. The partner was insistent that they just came from the same hallway while the student just laughed it off and told them that it was definitely not the same one.
Neuqua students followed Waubonsie students for their first five periods. They got to experience a day in the life of a Warrior, which included their classes, gym, lunch, music, and whatever else goes on during their day.
“I thought the classes were really relaxed and it was a good environment to learn in,” said Neuqua Valley Sophomore Angela Wang after following around and experiencing the classes of her partner.
It was definitely interesting to hear what Neuqua Valley had to say about Waubonsie and their experience here, so after 5th period, students were gathered in a room to have a group discussion and pizza. Ideas were exchanged and it was a great bonding activity as well.
They explained how their student council structure worked, starting with their CEO, all the way down to the class representatives. Neuqua students talked about their special events of the year, including a car show, a skateboard exhibition, and a bonfire. It was a really good time of sharing and we learned a lot about each other.
Senior Student Council President reflected on the exchange program. “Despite the seeming differences between Waubonsie and Neuqua, we were able to realize that we’re all students with the same goals and aspirations. The student exchange proved to be an asset to everyone, and through collaboration, both schools were able to take away ideas that will benefit everyone.”
Wildcats Shadow Warriors
By Nina Chang
What started out as a normal Thursday morning for Waubonsie’s Student Council turned into an adventure accompanied by students from our sister school Neuqua, for an exchange program. On Thursday, December 4th, 32 members from Neuqua Valley’s Student Council were paired up with members from Waubonsie’s own Student Council based on their positions and grade. It was an opportunity for Neuqua students to share their experience with their peers who might attend Waubonsie in the future.
Everyone met up in the auditorium at 6:30 AM for the usual big Student Council meeting which involved every class council. Afterwards, each Waubonsie member lined up while holding a piece of paper with their partner’s names, like waiting for someone at the airport. After matching up, each member showed their partner around the school.
“This school is just like Hogwarts” said Neuqua Valley Junior Sara Rahim. They were so confused by our hallways and different third floors. There was even a mini argument between a Waubonsie member and their partner about which way they had just come from. The partner was insistent that they just came from the same hallway while the student just laughed it off and told them that it was definitely not the same one.
Neuqua students followed Waubonsie students for their first five periods. They got to experience a day in the life of a Warrior, which included their classes, gym, lunch, music, and whatever else goes on during their day.
“I thought the classes were really relaxed and it was a good environment to learn in,” said Neuqua Valley Sophomore Angela Wang after following around and experiencing the classes of her partner.
It was definitely interesting to hear what Neuqua Valley had to say about Waubonsie and their experience here, so after 5th period, students were gathered in a room to have a group discussion and pizza. Ideas were exchanged and it was a great bonding activity as well.
They explained how their student council structure worked, starting with their CEO, all the way down to the class representatives. Neuqua students talked about their special events of the year, including a car show, a skateboard exhibition, and a bonfire. It was a really good time of sharing and we learned a lot about each other.
Senior Student Council President reflected on the exchange program. “Despite the seeming differences between Waubonsie and Neuqua, we were able to realize that we’re all students with the same goals and aspirations. The student exchange proved to be an asset to everyone, and through collaboration, both schools were able to take away ideas that will benefit everyone.”