The last image above says it all. On Monday many of the kids have never put on a pair of skates in their life and by Friday afternoon they've learned that a little hard work goes a long way towards accomplishing anything.A victory in the big game just makes it that much sweeter.
I love working with kids in similar situations because I once could have been one of them. I, like them, was faced with challenging situations at their age but an amazing set of parents and a few adults with a positive impact kept me on the right track. Sure, this camp teaches kids how to skate but it's the big picture that is what it's all about.
If just one of these kids goes on to college we've done our job, and seeing one of them walk across the stage to receive their diploma at DU would be the cherry on top.
After five years that is what keeps me coming back year after year.
-JCE
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