On a bright spring day in Missoula, Montana, the sound of laughter, cheering and friendly competition filled the air as more than 70 students from Adventist schools in Ronan, Hamilton, Kalispell, Trout Creek and Missoula gathered for a memorable joint field day.
Students were grouped by grade level into mixed-school squads and rotated through a variety of events including ultimate football, tug-of-war, kickball, foot races, javelin and softball throwing, parachute play and more.
It was a true team effort with teachers and parents stepping in as station leaders and cheerleaders, making sure every student had a chance to participate and shine.
Even a short rain shower during a pizza lunch couldn’t dampen spirits. As soon as the skies cleared, activities resumed with renewed energy. All around the field, friendships were formed, teamwork blossomed and joy radiated from every corner of the field.
The participants summed it up best in their own words:
- “Best field trip ever.”
- “I made new friends.”
- “I love this game.”
- “Best day ever.”
- “We were outside all day.”
- “I made three new friends.”
This special day reminded everyone of the strength of community and the joy that comes from shared experiences.
One of the blessings of having small schools in proximity is the chance to come together, build friendships and create memories that will last for a long time. Plans are already underway to make this multi-school partnership an annual tradition.
Parents and teachers volunteer to make field day a success.
Students rotate through a variety of field events.
Students from neighboring schools work together for tug-of-war.
Students form friendships with kids from different schools.
