Well, here we are in beautiful Shenzhen. We left Beijing 11:15 a.m. yesterday (30-40 degress and no vegetation) and arrived in Shenzhen at 2:30 p.m. (60-70 degrees and palm trees). We proceeded immediately to the school where we were greeted by the headmaster and the host families and were treated to a delicious bowl of noodles and vegetables. We think the mushrooms had feet.
The students then departed with very little trepidation to their perspective home stays and had dinner and a good night’s sleep. By the time we arrived this morning, the kids were already engaged in classes and looking very nice in their new school uniforms. They attended two classes, participated in a school wide exercise break, attended two more classes and are now preparing for lunch. This afternoon, we will have a tour of what they call the art troupes in the school. This consists of the chorus, the symphony, and the dance program. The school has many interesting plans for us in the next few days.
Everyone is happy and well and enjoying this grand adventure. The photos included in this blog are just a few of many, and we hope they give you a sense of the kids experience thus far. We’ll blog again soon.This just in from Chengdu; internet access is limited. The bloggers report that they are working out the kinks and that the group is well, have settled nicely into their homestays and are enjoying the experience!!
- Jim McLaughlin & Denise Manning
3 comments:
Jim & Denise,
Awesome! Well done. Thanks for letting us peek through the window while you travel. Let's go Chengdu.
Hello Everyone! We are having such a great time following your travels. The kids are certainly enjoying all the pictures and getting to see people that they know in the different places that we are learning about. We have really been interested in the various types of food that you have been eating. Today, one of the kids was telling a parent volunteer about the fish eyes. AJ, Austin, Ashley, Justyne and Jess it looks like you are having a great time. Cherish every moment and each new experience-you are so lucky to have this experience! Thanks for sharing with us!
Mrs. Merrill's Kindergarten
Hi everyone,
We are parents of a Gould sophomore, Sam Parker. We can't get enough of this blog. What a treat to have a window into the world of your travels! Thank you for sharing, and for providing a program like this to our kids. Sam still talks about his trip to Hungary. Simply, it is what sets Gould apart. Safe travels,
Libby and Joe Parker
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