Eighth Grade Dominoes and Finding Beauty

And the Eighth Graders fall like dominoes! No, they are not sick. Yes, we all made it to Boston and are safe. The falling came in during our first subway ride. The plane trip, no problem; bus ride, seamless (even with much luggage); but when we were safely tucked away in that first subway car and it lurched forward…each surprised student tipped back just far enough to tip the person behind them. It all happened very fast, the chain reaction of unprepared Floridian teens continued in just a few seconds all the way to the end until the last of our group was gently supported by the local seated at the back of the subway car who saw it all coming.

Springtime in Boston is full of beauty. Today our crew enjoyed lots of public transportation, an amazing lunch, a tour of the New State House and several open green spaces. A highlight of the day was an hour at Garden Park.

While it’s a big city, the contrast of the tall, modern buildings and shorter, older brick buildings provides such beautiful scenery. The foliage is in full bloom, dogwoods displaying their blossoms, tulips lining the park, monuments and statues everywhere we turned, even the cemeteries are beautiful.

The most beauty, though, was displayed in the relationships that shone through the day. Friends shared a bag, taking turns carrying it. Girls walked arm in arm across the busy streets. A kick line may or may not have erupted in the midst of the beautiful park. What a joy it is to witness such sweet beautiful students caring for each other in their newly expanded world!

 

by Melissa Paul, parent blogger

The Geneva School
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November 30, 2023
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December 1, 2023
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December 2, 2023
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November 30, 2023
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    Time: 7:15 am- 8:15 am
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  • 4th - 8th Gr - Spelling Bee

    Date: November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023
    Time: 8:30 am- 10:00 am
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  • K4-Kindergarten Martial Arts - Room 232

    Date: November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023
    Time: 2:45 pm- 3:30 pm
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  • 3rd Grade Parent Meeting

    Date: November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023
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  • K-6th Grade Youth Tennis (Rain Make Up)

    Date: November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023
    Time: 3:00 pm- 4:30 pm
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  • 5 & 6 Grade Girls Basketball Practice

    Date: November 30, 2023 - November 30, 2023
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  • MS Girls Basketball Home vs Forest Lake Ed. Center

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  • Varsity Girls Soccer Home Game vs. Crooms

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December 1, 2023
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  • Partnering for Excellence Series

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December 2, 2023
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December 4, 2023
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