Union 74 Students Work Together at Kieve

May 31, 2003

Students from the 7th grade classes at Great Salt Bay , Bristol, South Bristol and Nobleboro recently traveled to Camp Kieve and participated in an experiential learning program directed by Kieve’s Leadership Decisions Institute (LDI). Union 74 students had a fun and challenging time learning thru discussions about life, teamwork, meeting challenges, communication skills and developing good relationships.

The Leadership Decisions Institute (LDI) is designed to help students make healthy decisions about adolescent issues such as substance abuse, and peer relationships. LDI also works to build student self-esteem and communication skills. Using the experiential education model in which students are active participants, the program seeks to provide students with factually accurate information and the confidence to make healthy decisions even in the face of contrary peer pressure.

During this 5 day program at Kieve, Union 74 students and their teachers took part in activities and discussions in classes whose topics include decision-making, communication skills, conflict resolution, building and maintaining healthy relationships, teambuilding, and healthy risk-taking. Student comments included: “Kieve taught me to reach new limits, trust people and more friends.”, “I learned how to step past your own boundaries, to try something new, and how important it is to have support.” , “I’m glad I came because I had a great time”, ““I had a fun time here this week during school week at Camp Kieve and I enjoyed the classes, food, meals, cabins, choice time, sleeping. I had fun.”

LDI Intern Cara Martin said, “It was great to get to know some of the people from our local community.” Other LDI staff involved in the week included: Stephanie Donlon, Joe Deitz, Jess Macomber, Megan Taft, Melanie Gander, Greg Mastin, and Chandra Littooy. The Leadership Decisions Institute also seeks to work with parents and other adults who play a significant role in the lives of the students.

The Leadership Decisions Institute is part of Kieve Affective Education, Inc. a non-profit organization located in Nobleboro, Maine. Founded in 1926, some of Kieve’s other programs include an Outreach 3 day LDI Program that travels throughout New England, a Science & Wilderness Programs for Girls & Women, a traditional Boy’s Summer Camp, Ocean Term – a new semester school for sophomore girls, Kieve West – a Colorado based exploration program and The Kennedy Learning Center, a private retreat and conference/meeting center.
For more information about Kieve’s Leadership Decisions Institute call (207) 563-5172, email ldi@kieve.org or go to their website at www.kieve.org.
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