Three Days of Adventure and Connection: Year 12 Students Reflect on Memorable Kranjska Gora Trip

From August 31st to September 1st, Year 12 students embarked on an unforgettable trip to Kranjska Gora, where they experienced three days of excitement, sports, laughter, and personal growth. This bonding trip, organized by VIA, allowed students to forge new friendships and create lasting memories while pushing their physical and social limits. Here’s what some of the students had to say about their extraordinary adventure:

Pool Night Delight
Student shared her enthusiasm for the trip, highlighting the pool night as her most cherished memory. She praised the trip’s facilities and the opportunity to connect with students from other grades. Despite the demanding activities, she expressed her enjoyment of the stunning views and her commitment to improving her social interactions throughout the school year.

Thrill on the Zipline
For this student, the zipline was the standout moment of the trip. He found it quick, fun, and entertaining. While the food didn’t always hit the mark, he appreciated the team-building aspect of the trip and how it pushed him to step out of his comfort zone.

Triumph Over Fear of Heights
One student overcame her fear of heights during the trip’s zipline adventure. She found the experience both scary and exhilarating, leading to a sense of accomplishment. Although not a fan of team-building games, she recognized their value in socializing and building confidence in her English-speaking abilities.

Inaugural School Trip
This student expressed her joy at experiencing her first school trip, where she particularly relished the zipline, biking, pool time, and the hike. She admitted that hiking wasn’t her favorite, but she attributed this to adverse weather conditions. She praised the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the Alps and Slovenian nature and hoped for more such experiences in the future.

Perspective on Hiking
Unable to attend due to illness, he offered insights into the importance of hiking on the trip. He noted that hiking served as a means of socializing, crucial in a school with a growing student population, and a way for students to connect with newcomers.

Triumph Over Challenges
One student described the trip as a great experience, where she challenged herself physically and mentally. She emphasized her determination to push past her perceived limits, showcasing personal growth through the journey.

Unlikely Bonding Over Hikes
This student found that hiking, while not her favorite activity, unexpectedly became a bonding experience. She attributed this to the shared challenges and the opportunity to see each other in less-than-ideal states, fostering a genuine connection with her peers.

Bike Ride Revelation
Student reflected on the trip’s highlights, including zip-lining, pool time, and late-night bonding. She acknowledged her struggle with biking but took pride in completing the hike. She believed that such activities promoted physical fitness and socialization while enjoying the natural environment.

Competitive Spirit Unleashed
Student found the trip fun and enjoyed the team-building activities that brought out her competitive spirit. While not a fan of volleyball, she appreciated the effort required to connect with others during physical activities.

Insight into Bonding
This student credited the trip for helping her connect with classmates, especially during the challenging hikes. She recognized the unique opportunity the trip provided to see one another’s vulnerabilities and strengths, strengthening their bonds.

Love for Lake Jasna
For this student, the highlight was swimming and paddleboarding at Lake Jasna, despite the cold water. Hiking was less enjoyable due to rain and difficulty, but it allowed students to work through struggles together without judgment.

Request for Cold Water Adventures
Student expressed her love for Lake Jasna’s cold water and requested more such experiences in the future. She believed that sports like hiking provided a break from school, promoted bonding, and introduced a healthy lifestyle.

 Affection for Sports and Bonding
Student enjoyed all aspects of the trip and emphasized how activities brought students together. He saw the trip as a way to build connections and introduce a healthy lifestyle to students.

Gratitude for a Well-Planned Trip
Student commended the students and teachers for making the trip special. She acknowledged her need for short breaks to recharge socially but praised the well-planned activities, especially the hikes, for their physical and mental benefits.

Fond Memories of Lake Jasna
This student cherished the fun at Lake Jasna and the opportunity to make new friends through activities like hiking, which he found challenging but beneficial for forging connections.

Breathtaking Zipline Ride
Finally, this student described the zipline ride as breathtaking and enjoyed every aspect of the trip. He appreciated the physical activities and saw them as vital for physical and mental well-being.

The Kranjska Gora trip was a resounding success, creating unforgettable memories and strengthening the bonds among Year 12 students. These three days of adventure and camaraderie have set the stage for a remarkable school year ahead.