In addition to academics, Breakthrough students take part in experiences that build leadership skills and social capital. Along those lines, our sixth graders embarked earlier this month on overnight outdoor education trips to Angel Island and Point Reyes National Seashore. They learned to load and carry a frame pack; practiced low-impact camping techniques; played group games; and returned with a newfound spirit of adventure and appreciation for the natural world. Special thanks to Bay Area Wilderness Training for use of their backpacks, tents, and other equipment.