T minus five days until departure!! Posted on January 6th, 2015 by

olympic-ringsTo start off our Tuesday morning, we had an informational lecture on the Modern Olympic Games.  We learned about the Olympic Movement, and how the Olympics are about more than just sport alone.  They work to link sport with culture and education, to promote the practice of sport and the joy found in giving effort, and to help build a better world.  While the games have an ultimate goal of emenating a positive atmosphere for all involved, along the way it is met with controversy, politics, and scandal.  This can take emphasis away from the accomplishments of the athletes and put the focus on negative aspects of the games.  However, this doesn’t take away from how far the Olympics have come or stunt it’s growth in the future.  The Modern Olympics have become global, more inclusive (including involvement of women), and the variety of events have grown.  Overall, the Olympic Games have become a worldwide phenomenon that people all over the world look forward to and enjoy.

Peace and happiness,

Morgan H., Rachel M., Ben B.

 

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