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“I was terrified at first… but somehow, I did it.”

Chidera, a 9th grader from George Washington High School, recently completed a 5-day Outward Bound canoe expedition - and her reflection is honest, powerful, and unforgettable.

From rain-soaked tents to bald eagles soaring overhead, read how this challenging journey became one of the most meaningful experiences of her life. 🌧🛶🦅

👉 outwardboundphiladelphia.org/lessons-from-beyond-the-classroom/

#OutwardBound #StudentVoice #ChallengeAndGrowth #POBS #OutdoorLearning
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Lessons From Beyond the Classroom: A 9th Grader’s Outward Bound Reflection

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9th Grader Chidera O. Reflects on Her (Rainy) Outward Bound Expedition Each year, thousands of students embark on Outward Bound expeditions without fully knowing what they’ll face or how much they�...
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