Today (Thursday) I really helped Grace teach Sentence Inversions. I have to say that before this week, I had no idea what sentence inversions were; however after listening to Grace’s lesson, I felt able to create a fun exercise around it. I taught the exercise today to two S4 classes. The first class was a little slower than the 2nd class, but they completed it and seemed to understand the concepts. After teaching the second class, I had about 6 students thank me for teaching them today, and one even said that he really enjoyed the lesson. It made my heart smile. These students are so appreciative of what I have to offer. Grace was also very grateful as she said that I had shown her a new way of getting a concept across. So I am feeling really good right about now.
As I was walking away from Sir Samuel Baker School (SSB), I took a moment to recognize the fact that I am in Africa. It is a breathtakingly beautiful country, and I am so grateful to share my time here and learn with these people. They continue to amaze me every day with their kindness and positive attitudes. If Americans had this same kind of drive and hope, we would live in a very different, and much better, country. I am sure that by the time I leave that I will have taught only a little. However I will have learned so much about character, resilience, and love. I feel truly honored to be in the presence of the Ugandan people.
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This is amazing, Yea You!
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ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you! It sounds like you are having an amazing experience. I love reading your blog. Miss you! :)
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I didn't know you were a blonde? ;) I'm happy you are around positive people, but am sorry you can't blow your hair dry or get some warm water. Great that you're keeping up the running! I'm missing you at the gym. Boot Camp starts in July and I'm doing that instead of trainer.
ReplyDeleteBig hug!