All Leadership TAs gather each Labor Day weekend for a two day retreat and orientation program before the start of the school year.

Day 1 lunch break at the SOLO Barn

Day 1:

• overview of TA role- duties and responsibilities
• curriculum- 9th and 10th grade
• ice breakers
• active listening exercise
• practice facilitating initiatives
• role play various scenarios

Day 2:

Ropes course

• Teamwork and team bonding
• Problem solving
• Group dynamics
• Communication skills