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Western Suburbs of Chicago, Hinsdale, IL

Western Suburbs of Chicago, Hinsdale, IL

Sally Phillips, Area H October 12, 2024

Sally Phillips and Hinsdale Central High School have been attending CADA Leadership Camps for quite some time now, this summer we were talking about all the amazing places we have been to and places we...

Discover the Charm of Three Rivers, California

Discover the Charm of Three Rivers, California

Margie Reed, Exeter Union High School October 12, 2024

Dear Friends, Are you looking for your next adventure or a peaceful retreat? Look no further than Three Rivers, California. Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, this charming town...

Culture Week is a Big Hit

Culture Week is a Big Hit

Samuel Ruiz Macias, Area C: Central East High School September 16, 2024

Culture is a quintessential ingredient connecting customs and traditions to create diverse and healthy communities. At Central East High School, we are fortunate to have a culturally rich student body,...

Rock, Paper, Scissors / Beads (with a twist)

Rock, Paper, Scissors / Beads (with a twist)

Randi Seligson, Area E Member September 15, 2024

Looking for an activity that has a lot of buzz in Nation? Don't believe us? Google Rock, Paper, Beads and see for yourself.  Randi Seligson shared this activity they do when she and her students attended...

Area F Advisors Convene Despite Local Fires

Area F Advisors Convene Despite Local Fires

Dinah Greene, Area F Coordinator September 11, 2024

Local fires couldn’t stop the dedicated middle school and high school advisors from Area F from coming together for the annual Advisors Conference held at Great Oak High School on September 11, 2024....

California: A Tapestry of Natural Beauty and Rich History

California: A Tapestry of Natural Beauty and Rich History

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator September 9, 2024

California is a state unlike any other, where history and natural splendor intertwine to create a unique landscape that continues to inspire both locals and visitors. For educators, especially those...

New Activities Directors Institute (Year 1)

New Activities Directors Institute (Year 1)

Alison Stein, Area E Advisor September 8, 2024

A New Beginning Attending the first New Activities Directors Institute (NADI) Conference for new leadership advisors and directors was an incredibly enriching experience for me, both professionally and...

Discover the Beauty and Majesty of the John Muir Trail

Discover the Beauty and Majesty of the John Muir Trail

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator September 7, 2024

The John Muir Trail (JMT) is one of the most renowned hiking paths in the United States, celebrated for its breathtaking scenery and challenging terrain. Spanning approximately 211 miles through the Sierra...

My mentor, my friend, my father

My mentor, my friend, my father

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator September 1, 2024

One of my CADA heroes is J. Peter Cahn. Our story began in 1991 at my first CADA Leadership Camp when we were assigned as roommates. Like any curious newcomer, I asked Peter the inevitable question, "Who...

1990 Alden Esping & Paul Chylinski

A Mentor: with a Lifetime Dedication to the Community

Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator September 1, 2024

Yesterday, Alden and Linda Esping attended a special event at my home, marking a significant moment in our shared history. Alden, ever the charming host, immediately praised my house and continued...

CADA History: Presidents and Conventions

CADA History: Presidents and Conventions

CADA, General Author August 25, 2024

California Association of Directors of Activities The California Association of Directors of Activities (CADA) was founded in 1957 and is the country's largest statewide support network for school culture...

Rabbit

Activity: The Don’t Match Game

Sara Nilles Frauf, Associate Editor (H) August 18, 2024

the Don't Match Game Objective: Be the last person standing. To Start: Come up with 3 or more symbols that you will make with your hands and arms.  Example: Animals: Rabbit (two fingers...

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