Recreational / Social
North Shore, IL
mid-western region
North Shore Jack and Jill Group Three children enjoying food and fun during a recreational activity at Robert Crown Ice Arena in Evanston, Illinois. It was a celebration of sister and brotherhood, used to promote positive interactions and improved social skills with physical activity included.
Western Cook County, IL
mid-western region
December 28, 2013, Group 3 (Grades 4-5), were ready to duel. The children donned their white jackets, masks, and swords and were prepared to fence. The Instructor, 2000 Olympic Bronze Winner Tsanko Hantov, taught them all the rules. The most important rule, this is a respectful sport; you always shake hands and bow to your opponent, win or lose. After their training they were all prepared to raise their swords. The swords were electronic, and each time a child scored a point there was a beep and a point showed on the board. The instructor coached every swing and poke, while the moms sat on the sidelines cheering and holding their breath. We wrapped up our day with snacks and then one more team building activity lead by one of our very own Teens, Tiffani Green. The children hung on her every word, and didn’t want the day to end.
SCOPE 2014
107