It’s hard to believe that the school year programs have wrapped up already and now it’s time to look towards day camp in August. We had some really outstanding presenters at our programs this term. From Beth Palmer from COCC’s Vet Tech program to Peggy Fisher and friends from the US Forest Service teaching about electricity and how to make our own lamps – ASB girls learned about a variety of STEM/STEAM opportunities. We had so much fun week after week! Thank you presenters!
Thank you Suzanne Landry, our Thrive! Cooking Matters chef and educator, Whole Foods Marketing Manager Becca and Christian Life Center (supplied transportation) for making our trip to learn more about reading labels and shopping for nutritious foods awesome!
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Mondays – Summit High – Room A 103 Club ASB SUMMIT 2017 18
Tuesdays – MVHS – Room D8 Club ASB MVHS 2017_18
August 7-11 found the Hamby Road ASB camp filled with delightful young “ninas” and their wonderful mentors. This year more than 85 people were involved in making the summer camp experience another one to remember. Leadership teams chose 4 Mexican cities from 4 different regions to celebrate – Loreto, Oaxaca, Isla Mujeres and Chihuahua. The overarching theme for the camp was “Celebrating Change” – recognizing that all campers were about to experience some kind of change in the coming year.. from changes in schools, classrooms, teachers to changes in family structure, health, finances, friends, homes and more.
The Loreto group kicked off the week celebrating changes and growth in friendship by focusing on the thought from Ecclesiastes “For everything there is a season.” The entire camp loved their rendition of “Let’s Make a Deal” called “Let’s Make a Friend” during the lesson “Discovery Time” and later enjoyed the annual tradition of personalizing their camp t-shirts. 
Tuesday’s events were led by the Oaxaca team. Dawning their red attire, the led the day focused on respect by contemplating the quote from Maya Angelou “I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it.” (After September’s earthquake off of the coast of Mexico – I hope that this is true for the victims of this tragedy.)
Wednesday’s group leaders were from Ilsa Mujeres – near Cancun. This group, adorned by the bluecolor of the azure seas, celebrated change by adopting a positive attitude. Their quote for the day was by Haruki Murakami – “When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. That’s what this storm’s all about.”
Thursday was brought to us by the team from Chihuahua. The darling team of “sunny senioritas” shared two themes with us related to dealing with/celebrating change: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Luke 6 and “Hospitality is not about inviting people into your perfect home, it’s all about inviting them into your imperfect heart.” Edie Wadsworth 
The music was inspiring and fun (especially thanks to JoAnna) and we even learned a couple of Spanish songs too!
The food was amazing thanks to our terrific food team. We are so grateful to the local stores who donated an assortment of goodies for us: Market of Choice, Trader Joe’s, Costco, Cash ‘N Carry, Abertsons, Safeway, Tortillaria Reyes. Muchas gracias to all of you!!!
In less than 5 days more than 75 participants and volunteers will gather for ASB’s 12th annual camp. Fabulous Fiesta is the 2017 theme with each of the four Mexican “City groups” preparing to “celebrate change”. From games to an amazing array of Mexican food, to songs and Zumba to crafts and more – it is sure to be another camp to remember. Camp Little Buddies should plan to arrive at 12:00 noon on Monday Aug 7th. Preregistration is required. Questions? Text or call Char at 541 390-3046 for more information!
Thanks to our wonderful volunteers Sue and Catherine who helped us make baby blankets to show compassion for teen moms on Mother’s Day. The Buckingham Buddies loved learning how to sew! 
What middle schooler doesn’t love to create amazing artwork with food? Our own “Chef Suzanne” (culinary author Suzanne Landry) motivated the girls at Thrive! to eat from all of the colors of the rainbow.
Look at these beautiful faces showing off their colorful and nutritious platter of fruits and veggies!
What would ASB be without our awesome adult “Buddies”? Here are a few of our amazing mentors who spend long hours inspiring our teens, young adults and students. It’s a life-changing, inspiring way to make a difference in our community. Want to join our team? Contact Char at afterschoolbuddies@gmail.com.
