Today has been good. I can't believe it's Wednesday..the weeks go by fast really. Here's a breakdown of my week:
Sunday: Lesson Plan/Do something fun
Monday: Teach a full day
Tuesday: Teach a half day/eat lunch in cafe/go out to town (Java House & Nakumatt-Grocery Store)
Wednesday: Half day of classes/Teach art to 7/8 and 1/6 in the afternoon
Thursday: Full day again, but at least the week is almost over
Friday: HALF DAY/time for the weekend
Not to mention all the grading which is thrown in there!!! There are a couple times during the week we go over to the Raymonds house to eat, have tea, grade, or just chill. Being there is nice because it helps me feel more like I'm at home and there is always a good laugh involved!
Right now, I'm sitting in art class. Today the students choose a partner (they didn't know what for) and are sketching portraits of each other. To be perfectly honest, I can't draw to save my life--but I just give instruction and hope it's fun for them. Most times this ends up being a mad house for me but I am glad that they are having fun.
Some of the interesting things that people say over here:
"Can I go to the toilet" -Almost all the 1st & 2nd graders
"Pass me the rubber" -Students asking for an eraser
"Jambo" -A very white/touristy way of saying "hello"
"Flash me" - A way of telling someone to call you..almost like a page
Well, this blog is all over the place. Feels like me sometimes!
Thanks for the new blog. Glad to know your schedule. The weeks go by quickly with all those responsibilities! Enjoyed the cute sayings....I would be confused with some of them! We miss you terribly, but know you're doing well in God's Hands. Sorry the package won't get to you before your birthday! :( Enjoy the weekend dear, Love you bunches
ReplyDeleteMom just told me Jill might be shaving her head... PLEASE Jeanna, do not do this yourself! I love you regardless. Missing you so much! Wish I could be there with you, it sounds like such an adventure! Minnie say Hi! Love Dad.
ReplyDeleteYEs, thanks so much for this post. I wish i went to school in Africa....all those 1/2 days!!?? I guess they learn faster than us in USA? Well, you are right, it is all about kids having fun, cause they learn faster that way. Keep up the great ideas with them. Hope your package arrives by your birthday....HAPPY BIRTHDAY in 2 more days! And, DON't shave your head....your hair may grow back funny....never can tell. xoxoxo Miss you alot!
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