We talked about school over the summer in 2004. (We decided) to combine classes.

We used metal sets (as a background). They would use magnets to move the pieces (clouds, trees, clay animals, etc.) for each shot.

The first trip was in November. We plan on one more trip in June (with a third group).

We're trying to give them options. You don't have to be a doctor or a lawyer. We take what we know and put it together.

We try to do projects outside the norm. This is for the kids that need the hands-on (projects).

The thing I remember most about middle school was how tough it was. You're not quite an adult, but you're not a kid anymore. I try to treat these kids with the respect I would have wanted at that age. These kids ? sorry, young adults ? are very sharp, and they deserve my respect.