Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Mission High School visits Mission Cliffs
A group of teenagers from all over the city (Bayview, Hunter’s Point, Portrero Hill, Mission, the Sunset, and Richmond Districts) visits a climbing wall for the first time. After learning to tie their figure 8 knots in class, they got to put their newfound skills to the challenge. Most were reluctant to climb, being afraid of heights, but with the help of some belayers and desk staff Sherry, the students were thoroughly enjoying themselves by the end of the day. Here are what some students had to say about their experience.
Alejandro says, “I overcame my fear of heights and had a great time doing it.”
“I also learned that someone’s always there to catch you.” –Jesvy
Edgardo says he has already recommended it to his mother.
“The experience really leveled the playing field for the students. Some students who have never had a chance to shine in the classroom, finally got a chance to do so while climbing” says Mr. Lau.
This unique experience would not have been possible without the charitable contributions of Mission Cliffs, which is dedicated to giving back to the community.
“As teens would say ‘I had a popping time, and this is not my last time going.’” -Mikesha
A group of teenagers from all over the city (Bayview, Hunter’s Point, Portrero Hill, Mission, the Sunset, and Richmond Districts) visits a climbing wall for the first time. After learning to tie their figure 8 knots in class, they got to put their newfound skills to the challenge. Most were reluctant to climb, being afraid of heights, but with the help of some belayers and desk staff Sherry, the students were thoroughly enjoying themselves by the end of the day. Here are what some students had to say about their experience.
Alejandro says, “I overcame my fear of heights and had a great time doing it.”
“I also learned that someone’s always there to catch you.” –Jesvy
Edgardo says he has already recommended it to his mother.
“The experience really leveled the playing field for the students. Some students who have never had a chance to shine in the classroom, finally got a chance to do so while climbing” says Mr. Lau.
This unique experience would not have been possible without the charitable contributions of Mission Cliffs, which is dedicated to giving back to the community.
“As teens would say ‘I had a popping time, and this is not my last time going.’” -Mikesha
Labels: Community Group, mission cliffs, Mission High School
¶ Wednesday, June 10, 2009
