Student Showcase

Our students here at MEWA possess incredible amounts of talent and we want to make sure they are recognized for it.  Each student has contributed in some way to the development and growth of our program.  Their drive, determination, and willingness to push creative boundaries inspire us to take a close look at our own motivations.

Some of our students have shown us their ability to write incredible pieces of poetry, essays, and stories.  Here is an original poem written by Madison Laurent for her creative writing class.

Other students use their creativity as an outlet outside of the classroom; Ashley Newman painted this original self-portrait on her own time, not for a specific class project.

Still others, exercise their favorite hobbies in other states and around the world.  Our MEWA student, Fiona Wylde , is extremely active in the competitive windsurfing & stand-up paddle boarding circuit.  MEWA is a perfect fit for her because she is able to easily stay caught up in her education while travelling to competitions and doing what she loves.

This just goes to show you, no matter what your hobbies, talents, or interests are, there is a place for everyone at MEWA.  Thank you to all our students for being our inspiration! We hope to continue to grow our MEWA family and support each individual’s talent.  Our students' work will be posted to our Facebook, Twitter, & Pinterest pages periodically.  We hope you will follow us through these channels to give our students the recognition they deserve!

Remember, keep the ME in MEWA.

Winter Break Activities

Congratulations, you’ve made it to Winter Break.  Now what?  For 2 straight weeks there is no class, no homework, no meetings with teachers, and no schedule.  What are you going to occupy your time with?  There are, after all, only so many hours of movies you can watch and video games you can play.  Here are a few ideas for indoor and outdoor activities that may spark your interest and (hopefully) alleviate the onset of Winter Break Boredom.

Outdoors

• Sledding, Snow Tubing, Skiing, or Snowboarding at Mt. Hood.  This is a great way to get outside and stay active.  Get a group of friends together and make it an all day trip!
• Snowshoeing at Mt. Hood.  If you like hiking, try it in the snow!  Snowshoeing is another great way to get some fresh air, while taking in breathtaking views of Mt. Hood.  Be sure to take a map with you, so you don’t get lost on the trails.
• Hiking a new trail.  The Pacific Northwest is full of some truly incredible trails.  Find some new ones in your area and just go exploring!
• Running or walking around your neighborhood.  How well do you really know your neighborhood?  Take a walk or jog during the break and test your knowledge of the area you live in!
• Throwing a Football or Kicking a Soccer Ball.  These are great activities for getting a group of friends or family members together for lighthearted competition.

Inside

• Ice Skate at Lloyd Center.  It’s indoors and a lot of fun!  Browse the mall when you are done for an extra “workout”!
• Play a board game.  Board games, or card games, are a great activity when the weather turns ugly.  Bring back some childhood memories with old favorites, or make up something new!
• Read a book, just for fun!  You read books all the time for school, but when was the last time you read one for fun?  Pick one up at the library and get lost in the pages for a while!
• Phone a friend, or talk to them in person.  With texting, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and everything else digital, communication is different now than it was just a few years ago.  Try something “old school” and actually call someone, or visit with them in person.  Your conversation will have much more meaning when you interact with them face-to-face.
• Study, just a little bit, to keep your brain active J  I know this is probably the last thing on your list, but it is a good idea to keep school in the back of your mind during the break.

The weather during Winter Break is always a variable to consider, but that shouldn’t stop you from having fun, staying active, and trying new things!  Make this Winter Break the best one ever and don’t get stuck in the video game rut. We hope all our staff and students enjoy a wonderful, safe break and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year!

What is one activity that you are going to do over this break?

Sources:

http://www.everydayhealth.com/fitness-pictures/winter-fitness-activities-for-the-whole-family.aspx#/slide-9