Meet our Art of Storytelling
Credit-Bearing Team
February 21 - 28
We are so excited for these young people from across New Hampshire to join our Art of Storytelling Credit-Bearing Program. Partnering with The Edgewood LifeCare Community, The Art of Storytelling program will focus on learning how to write and present engaging stories through intergenerational conversations. The program also includes hands-on activities to develop and strengthen drawing skills, alongside courses designed to support growth in communication, leadership, and public speaking. At the end of their program, they will be eligible for 2 credits transferable to their high school. Learn more about the participants below.
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Meet the Team
Andrew
Age: 14
Extracurricular Activities: Student council, Outdoor Club, soccer, track and field, American Sign Language Club
Favorite quote: “If it was easy everyone would do it.”
Favorite book: We Were Liars by E. Lockhart
Hobbies: Hiking, skiing, soccer, playing with dogs, track and field, and snowmobiling
What they hope to gain in this program: Andrew hopes to deepen his ability to write and understand engaging fictional stories, improve how he communicates ideas to others, and further develop his cooking skills by preparing meals independently.
Joshua
Age: 16
Extracurricular Activities: Theater, GSA, Writers Club
Favorite quote: “Compromise where you can, but where you can’t- don’t. Even if everyone is telling you that something wrong is something right. Even if the whole world is telling you to move, it is your duty to plant yourself like a tree, look them in the eye, and say, ‘No.YOU move’.” -Peggy Carter (Captain America Civil War)
Favorite book: Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan
Hobbies: Collecting Legos/Plushies, Writing, Listening to music, watching TV and movies.
What they hope to gain in this program: Joshua hopes to strengthen their communication and creative writing skills, meet new people, and have an overall meaningful and enjoyable experience.
Kenneth
Age: 14
Extracurricular Activities: Community service
Favorite quote: "To play a wrong note is insignificant; to play without passion is inexcusable." - Ludwig Van Beethoven
Favorite book: The Ethan I Was Before by Ali Standish
Hobbies: Study (mostly mathematics), play video games, solving rubik's cubes, and cardistry
What they hope to gain in this program: John hopes to build confidence and communication skills to clearly express his ideas, speak up in challenging situations, and work more effectively with others, even when it feels uncomfortable.
Nathan
Age: 14
Extracurricular Activities: Band
Favorite quote: “I will never start a fight, but I will always be the one to end it.”
Favorite books: Five Nights at Freddy’s Trilogy by Scott Cawthon and Kiera Breed-Wrisley
Hobbies: Drawing and gaming
What they hope to gain in this program: Nathan hopes this experience will strengthen his courage and confidence, helping him to feel more comfortable speaking up and talking in public.
Shalom
Age: 17
Extracurricular Activities: Writing club, drama club, DECA
Favorite quote: "Tomorrow we will run faster, stretch out our arms farther."- F. Scott Fitzgerald
Favorite book: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Hobbies: Writing
What they hope to gain in this program: Shalom hopes to gain new skills, experiences, and confidence through meaningful challenges, mentorship, and connections that prepare her to grow personally and academically.
Wilder
Age: 14
Extracurricular Activities: Alpine Ski Racing, Soccer, Baseball, American Sign Language Club, Math Team, Outdoor Club
Favorite quote: "Just keep swimming" -Dory, Finding Nemo
Favorite book: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Hobbies: Skiing, Reading, Video Games, Hiking, Back-Country Canoe, Camping, Disc Golf, back-country Skiing, and working out.
What they hope to gain in this program: Wilder hopes to step outside his comfort zone to gain new perspectives, build meaningful connections across diverse backgrounds, and develop the skills and confidence to give back to their community in impactful ways.
Logistical Information
Program Focus
Storytelling, drawing, service learning, and public speaking skills
Number of Participants
6 participants
Number of Leaders
2 per team (includes FFI Staff and Alumni)
Ages of Participants
17-18 years old
Team Interests
Reading, sports, art, outdoor activities, writing
Dietary Info
Must be entirely plant-based (vegan)
Allergies
N/A
Vehicle
15-Passenger Van
Provide a Scholarship
In order for FFI to make these programs 100% tuition-free for accepted applicants, we rely upon individuals, companies, and foundations to donate towards scholarships. If you would like to do so, please click the button below for an online gift or mail a check to our Headquarters at 1 Morgan Way, Durham, NH 03824. Please be sure to include a note directing your funds.
One full scholarship equals $3,000, but gifts of all sizes make an impact on the lives of the youth participants.