Vista Heights was one of the the lucky schools to get selected for the Olympians visit.
Today, Ivanie Blondin and Philippe Marquis visited our school. We were fortunate to hear
their life experiences from them.
Olympians entering our gym
Olympians Sharing their stories
Phillipe Marquis showing us his skiing bib, which all the Vista Heights were able to touch
All Vista Heights also were given the opportunity to feel
Ivanie Blonden's speed skating skin suit and admire it closely.
Skin suits are important for in-line and ice speed skating events, because they help optimize each skater's racing performance. A skater can move faster in a skin suit because it is aerodynamic and reduces the air resistance around the skater, and also provides more freedom of movement.
Ivanie's message to Vista Heights, " Never give up, even when its tough, try again. Always follow your dreams. "
Phillipe's message to Vista Heights, "If you want to be the best in the world, you need to commit. It is not always pretty. You have your ups and downs to get to your dreams.
Never give up your dreams! Stay passionate and having a dream makes a difference of what you chose to do in life."
The Olympians messages connected to one of our virtues, " Perseverance"
Perseverance is commitment, hard work, belief patience and endurance. It is being able to bear difficulties calmly and without complaints. It is also the act of trying and not giving up.
Olympians gave Vista Heights a poster with all the names of all the Olympians who
participated in the Sochi Olympics 2014
