When educators cultivate a structure and culture of support within and across schools, they build the skills needed for leading Crew with students, and increase their own sense of belonging at school and beyond.
Former student and staff member, Carmen Martinez, was recently elected President of Poughkeepsie City School District’s Board of Education, and brings many of the lessons learned at Outward Bound to her new role.
Validus Prep Crew Guides Zeke and Gina brought their Crews together this year for some fun activities and deeper learning debriefs.
The Circle Keepers is a youth-led restorative justice group at Harvest Collegiate High School, one of NYC Outward Bound’s Crew Initiative schools, and a great example of how Crew fosters student voice and leadership.