I have been looking forward to visiting New Castle for a while...we've tried to get them on the show back when we had Friday Fire Ups, but they were never receptive to the concept. I'm so glad they agreed to let us visit this time around! (Plus, I really wanted to see the biggest high school field house in the US!) Selfish, I know!
I started the morning off with a solid workout and am proud to say I got to play with the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP VOLLEYBALL TEAM!! I currently play volleyball twice a week with Circle City Athletics, so I wanted to know if I could hang. (Um, no, I couldn't.) HAHAHA! Hey, at least I got to see the field house AND play with the best of the best. These gals were so personable and great to talk to - in addition to rockin' the court. I had lots of fun with them.
Next, I moved outside to get to know the new Ecology Club. Of all the days to be outside...it was nasty! We walked around in the woods behind the high school and the students explained to me how they want to clean up the walking trail by getting rid of the invasive plants and picking up trash. They're also working with river watch to test the quality of the Blue River. Very cool club!
I ended the day by talking to different students and teachers about their annual Renaissance Rally. Get this - the day before spring break, the school holds a convocation where the teachers dress up in different characters and do skits and musical acts. They hand out awards to students for excellent attendance and academics. The teacher of the year award is also announced during the Renaissance Rally. The best part is - there is 98% attendance on this day! Happy Spring Break and GO TROJANS!