08/21/2026
When educators return to school, the focus is often on syllabi, schedules, and prep work. On their first day back for the 2026–2027 school year, the faculty at Spokane Gary Middle School took a brief detour to focus on each other instead.
Peak 7 spent the afternoon facilitating a series of high-energy, collaborative challenges for their staff. Four teams of teachers faced off to build the tallest chicken tower, shaved seconds off their times during Key Punch, and leaned into the kind of shared problem-solving that builds authentic connection.
It was a chance to step back, share a few laughs, and build some momentum together before welcoming students back into the building. Thank you to the Gary Middle School Principal Adam Oakley for inviting us, we are grateful to support the team behind the classroom.
