My exchange student, Emma, and I woke up at 8:00 AM today because our classes did not start until 10:00 AM! It was very nice to sleep in for a little after not getting much sleep the past few nights due to jet lag. The school schedule is very different than our schedule at Pingree. First of all, the French school day ends between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM which is far longer than our regular six hour school day. When a teacher at the French school is absent, the students do not have class, while if a teacher at Pingree is absent we usually have a substitute come to run the class.
The students at Lycée Saint-Andre have a lot more “freedom” throughout the day, as well. Emma and her friends often have two hours for lunch and are free to go wherever they want during these hours. Today, Emma, her friends and I went back to her house for a pizza picnic in her backyard. It was such a nice way to pass the time and get to know her friends.
I found that just by listening closely to everyone around me I am able to understand more and more French. Everyone speaks a little slower and clearer than usual to help all of the Pingree students understand and practice the language. But just as we are learning French, the students will often ask us how to say certain slang words or expressions in English! It’s very fun to be able to flip flop between languages and teach each other. I am looking forward to attending French school again on Thursday and learning even more!
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