Practicing Mastery: How Discover Term Transforms Teens
On the first morning of any Discover Term program, it’s quiet. A group of teenagers stand at the edge of something unfamiliar: bare feet in
On the first morning of any Discover Term program, it’s quiet. A group of teenagers stand at the edge of something unfamiliar: bare feet in
As a parent, it can be hard to tell what’s really going on beneath the surface. Your teen seems disengaged. Maybe they’re spending more
Every student’s educational journey begins with a map handed to them early on. It’s neat and predictable: schedules marked in ink, milestones measured by
When was the last time your child did something that genuinely scared them a little, but changed them a lot? Not the fear of a
As a guide at Discover Term, I get a front row seat to the transformation of young people during their time at a term. A
It’s 6:00 AM. A group of teenagers stands barefoot in the sand, boards tucked under their arms. Some are nervous. Some are buzzing with excitement.
Social media. College applications. School. Work. Sports. Friends. As a teenager today, life can feel like a neverending firehose of expectations—things to do, achieve, and
Summit & Service isn’t a camp. It isn’t a vacation. And it definitely isn’t a typical summer program. It’s two weeks where phones disappear, comfort
There’s a moment during every Summer Service Term when students realize something life‑changing: they are capable of impacting the world far beyond themselves. This realization
Powder Term is an immersive learning program that aims to empower teens in Physical, Academic, and Self Mastery. Through this program, participants are encouraged to prioritize their physical health and wellness, strive for academic excellence, and cultivate independence and self-reliance.