Summer YDA ’13 Has Begun and We Couldn’t Have Done it Without You!

Our inagural YDA Summer 2013 blog can not begin without a shout-out to our amazing sponsors. Without you we would not have the space and opportunity to help make students’ futures even brighter! You make the dream a reality! Continue reading about our first day at YDA 2013 and the awesome work that is already happening.

Today, Sharefest staff met middle school and high school youth bright and early on the campus of Cal State Dominguez Hills. Each kid received a healthy breakfast to help jumpstart their day. 

Morning activities included silly icebreakers, team photos, and getting to know YDA counselors and staff. High school students mingled with the middle school students during team building sessions. As they started to play, you could see the bonds of friendship, love and unity beginning to grow.  

As the final kicker for the day, all the kids jumped in the campus’ swimming pool, splashing and laughing with friends. Head swim instructor Ignacio taught the beginners how to kick, float, hold their breath, and doggie paddle in the wading area. Meanwhile, those who were a little more advanced swam freestyle and butterfly strokes across the pool. The sunshine felt great and the water felt just right on our feet! 

Before we knew it, the time had come to have a healthy lunch from Subway and then start to make our way home. The day went by so quickly, thankfully we get do it all over again tomorrow! We are so appreciative.

This blog will continue to be updated with reflections from staff, counselors and students on Summer YDA and the amazing developments that are happening each day. So stay tuned! Continue to visit our blog and follow our journey! #YDA13 #CSUDH