SKA Seniors began their long anticipated Senior Trip to Lake George on Monday, June 5. The three packed days started off with white water rafting, where the students had the opportunity to enjoy the gorgeous waters while riding huge rapids. It was such an exciting way to start off the trip!
Following rafting, everyone headed to the Great Escape Lodge where they would be staying for the duration of the trip. After a delicious, hot dinner, the students enjoyed the water park located inside the hotel. The girls then went back to their rooms to get ready to head to The Fun Spot, where they enjoyed race car driving, mini-golf, laser tag, and so much more. The girls were exhausted from their fun-filled day, yet they were excited to see what awaited them for the next!
Day number two of SKA’s Senior Trip began with a bang. A delicious breakfast was served and then off the girls went to the most thrilling ropes course. Students climbed through the course and even enjoyed some ziplines. After the ropes course, the Seniors headed to the most stunning lake, equipped with kayaks, rowboats, paddle boards, and even jet skis. Each student found something that she enjoyed doing and was so sad when it was time to leave. But the day only got better! On the way back to the hotel, everyone stopped in to Riley’s Gift Shop, where souvenirs such as hoodies and T-shirts were available for all to buy. After dinner, everyone headed to bowling. Whether it was bowling a strike or dancing to music, the Seniors had an amazing time being together. When the students returned, they were in for a surprise, when cholent and kugel were in the hotel lobby waiting to be given out. The night concluded with a meaningful kumsitz, filled with singing and warm reflections on the past four years.
Wednesday, bright and early, began the third and final day of the Senior Trip. Students davened, ate breakfast, packed delicious salads for lunch, and headed to Six Flags, where they enjoyed rides while spending time with their friends. Whether one enjoyed roller coasters or carousels, everyone had a blast!
SKA’s Senior Trip exceeded everyone’s expectations! Thank you to Rabbi Yosef Zakutinsky, Mrs. Yafa Storch and everyone else who helped make this trip happen. And, of course, a special thank you to the chaperones: Rabbi Zak, Mrs. Shira Englander, Mrs. Paghit Ralbag, Mrs. Debra Green and Ms. Lisa Fogel. What an amazing way to end off the incredible Senior year!
