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Student Trip Blog
Today our adventure officially began!
After arriving safely in Costa Rica, the group was welcomed at the airport by Nino and Emilia, the PCs. Once everyone was together, we collected the students’ phones so they can fully immerse themselves in this experience.
Our first stop was lunch, where everyone enjoyed a traditional Costa Rican casado with rice, beans, chicken or fish, salad, sweet plantains, and picadillo de chayote.
After lunch, we headed to Turrialba, making one quick stop along the way for a bathroom break and to pick up some snacks. Once we arrived at our home base, the students settled into their rooms before enjoying a delicious dinner of pasta, salad, garlic bread, and fresh blackberry juice.
We ended the day with our first Nightly Meeting, followed by some free time to play board games, read, write, relax, and get ready for a great night’s sleep.
It was a wonderful first day, and we’re excited for all the adventures that await us tomorrow!
Comments (30)
Alexandra
Yesss I see mi amigas!! Miss them already!
Lisa
Hi Elise , I am so excited for you and this adventure. Have fun , explore and make memories. I love you. Mom
Anna Karpinska
Have a fantastic trip!!!
I’ll be thinking of you ❤️
Sue Bachman
So thrilled for all these young people on this adventure. The food sounds and looks amazing! Thanks so much for the update Seeing the photos really connects to the trip so it’s much appreciated.
Abu Sanaa
¡Buen provecho!
Mariola Miazga
Have a wonderful time in Costa Rica! Wishing you unforgettable experiences, endless sunshine, stay safe!. Stay strong as always 🙂 Can’t wait to hear all about it when you get back!
We love you and miss you!!
Mom and dad
Randy Ohmen
Hey Elizabeth and Isabella!!! This is amazing! We are so proud to have you all representing our school. Have a great time – can’t wait to see what you all are up to. Congrats to all the Glimpsers who have chosen to take on this wonderful opportunity! Have fun!
Melissa Cooper Gitlin
Hey! Isabella and Elizabeth! MCHS is so proud of your willingness to step out of your comfort zone to do something so amazing! We love you ! See you in September!
Cheryl
Hi Elizabeth and Izabella!
I am sooooo excited for you both! What an amazing opportunity!!! Did you know Costa Rica is the most biodiverse place on our planet?? Have so much fun, learn everything you can, savor every minute. I want to hear all about your adventures in September.
💚💚💚💚💚💚 Cheryl
Chevonne Torrecilla
Have an amazing time Elizabeth!
Chevonne Torrecilla
Hope you have the best experience Izabella!
Chevonne Torrecilla
Have the best time Izabella!
Jessica Blatt
Nice! Please keep the pictures coming! (And hi Leo!!!)
Roman
Mathew, don’t be so serious 🙂
Enjoy your trip, enjoy your new friends, and enjoy discovering a new country!
We love you. Mom and Dad.
Cami
omg, my favorite people Ziarre and Lizzy. I hope your trip to there was good. I can’t wait for you guys to enjoy your time over there.
Cami
Karen
Have fun Bella!!
Norieca
Hi, Noriah hope you have a great trip. So proud of you! Love mom
Lucyna Daz
Hi! Have a great time! We hope you have a wonderful time. Take care of yourself—we love you! Bye!😍
Olga Auerbuch
Mathew have fun! Hope you like local food:)))
Rachel Wolff
Hi Isabella and Elizabeth!! So excited for you to have this adventure!! Have a great trip and I can’t wait to hear all about it in September!!!
Rachel
Bella
Skyeee miss you so much food looks yummiers 👀👀can’t wait to hear all the stories 🥹🥹
Olivia Bucknor
Hi Skye!!! It’s liv, ( well duhh ) I hope you’re making friends and having a good time because you deserve it and everyone on your trip deserves to know just how cool you are!! To my other PPAS kiddos and glimpsers! Do the same enjoy this incredible trip where you’ll get to learn about yourself and others and have the most fun!! Love you guys. Miss you lots -liv 💗
Jae
Elizabeth! I am very proud of you, Cap! Enjoy your experiences and come back an even stronger leader.
Jae
Hi Isabella! Have a great time!
Felisa
All of that in one day?! 😄
I know you are in for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Izabella and Elizabeth, and I hope you enjoy every moment and make many new memories.
Sending you lots of love,
Felisa
Poroshat Shekarloo
Hi Azizam Sanaa
So excited for you . Have a wonderful trip .
Love , Maman❤️
Michael Cooper
What’s up Elizabeth and Isabella! It’s counselor Mike C here. I’m so excited for both of you and what you have and are going to experience! Take it all in; the sights, the sounds, the smells, the people, culture. You both, and the group as a whole, are doing amazing things for the local community. Can’t wait to hear about your adventures in the fall!
Rosana Dias
Tati , I hope you have a good time . We miss you 🥰
Sheila Brown
Thank God everyone got there safe, I hope everybody is having a good time. Jacob I am excited for you, I know you going to have fun. The food looks good.
Thank you Global for keeping us connect I love the photos.
Laura Pawson
Elizabeth and Isabella!! We are so proud of you, I hope you’re having an amazing time. The trip looks incredible, continue to step out of your comfort zone and have a beautiful trip. I cannot wait to hear all about it when you are back!