On a slightly snowy and chilly day, the 8th Grade boarded a bus and set off for Grace Farms in New Canaan, CT to partake in a day-long retreat where they had the opportunity to think about what it means to live well.

They began with observations about the beautiful space they were in before settling into the rhythm of reflection with tea-tasting and contemplating the question: “What am I doing?”

From there, students walked the River Building, stopping to view and consider art, spoken word, poetry, and, of course, the essential questions about what makes a life worth living – and what they might truly want out of their lives.

After lunch and some recreation time, they ended their first session with an art experience that asked students to consider stillness.

8th graders had a fruitful day, and can’t wait to go back for two more scheduled retreats as they get more and more prepared for graduation and embarking in a new chapter in their lives.