One of the most meaningful middle school experiences was Camp Kieve. I had heard great things about it, but didn’t see how three days could really make a difference. Here’s what left a lasting impression. After just three days a new friend could feel like an old friend. I learned that I could climb a telephone pole blindfolded. We learned that we weren’t alone, we were in this middle school thing together.

So many people in the community who have done so much in their lifetime and those people have contributed so much, and I see the Ed. Foundation as providing a vehicle for those people to give back and to encourage young people to pursue careers that they might not have even thought of.

RSU21 is known for having high standards but I think the Ed. Foundation provides an opportunity for the next step. It provides an opportunity for the creativity to happen that we value so much.