Students enjoy visit to Glory Reins Ranch
Published 10:41 am Thursday, May 16, 2019
- Pictured are, Samantha Kolpien, Longwood University Student Teacher Gabriel Warren, Chaquita Deane, paraprofessional, PECHS; Feline Hines, special education teacher, PECHS; Janet Green, PE teacher, PECHS; Kelly Mc- Connell, paraprofessional, PECHS; Sandee Draper, special education teacher, PECHS; Bailey Moran, Longwood University Student teacher and Olivia Shores.
Students from Prince Edward County High School (PECHS) visited Glory Reins Ranch in Farmville. Their trip consisted of a variety of fun activities including some up-close encounters with animals.
According to its website, Glory Reins is a therapeutic horse ranch that “offers a unique approach to individuals hurting and coping with difficult circumstances.” Through a team of devoted volunteers, the organization uses Christian principles to guide visitors through activities. Glory Reins’s ultimate goal is to help visitors by “physically, mentally, and spiritually strengthening and nourishing the body and soul.”
While at Glory Reins, students practiced leading, grooming and riding horses. They also worked on craft projects and played games. Their session was tailored with their needs in mind and lasted for an hour and a half. Photos documenting the trip showed engaged learners and bright smiles all around.