We always look forward to the morning after the first night!The kids are excited and so keen to share what they've seen and eaten that is different! This morning we were greeted with big smiles and all were happy and ready to face the day. Some were sporting necklaces and earrings that were gifts for them, but loved hearing the messages from home. Breakfast produced a few comments. Some had cereal ( which is usually with some form of chocolate) but others had biscuits dipped in chocolate milk! Harrison couldn't get over that his host brother just ate half a packet of biscuits for breakfast! Working in a french classroom is a shock for them and they all commented on the fact that they were bare with no wall displays. There were bars on the windows. They also couldn't get over the fact that as soon as the bell rang, everyone just stands up and bolts, even if the teacher is still talking.... very americaine! They are so going to love their own kiwi classroom when they get home!
At recess they were surrounded by the hosts and a heap of interested Jean Mariotti students and were all talking to each other. Not speaking fluently in the same language is never a barrier to communication with kids, which is great to see. Some finished school at 10.30am while most finished at 11.30am for the day and were going off with their host brothers and sisters to do a range of activities.
It is interesting to note that the education system here is interested in having uniforms like we do. At present it's all mufti. Bill and I had a lunch meeting with Council staff to discuss the implementation of uniforms in some schools here as a start. They are not expecting it to be a smooth transition.We also met with the President of the New Caledonia Rugby Union to discuss the inclusion of Under 15 Taupo players participating in the annual International tournament here.
It was cloudy first thing this morning but began lightly raining about 12pm. It is still warm though, so not unpleasant.
The forecast is for fine tomorrow so we are expecting to be able to have a day walking around the bays and swimming and snorkelling.
Keep those fires burning at home!
Au revoir
The Tis Team
PS Sorry there are no pictures as we have internet issues tonight.
PPS Bonjour ma classes! Comment ca va? Je vous manque et je vous aime! I loved your message aussi!
Hi Tegan, well hopefully I've sorted out the computer now!
ReplyDeleteIt's very quiet without you here, even Bruce said he is missing you... nah, not really lol.
Rosie, Lucy and Gloria all say hi!
There should be some new lambs on the farm when you get home.
Enjoy the sunshine, and HAVE FUN!
Love you lots,
Mum and Luey xx
Hi Everyone,
ReplyDeletePorridge and Vogels suddenly sounds very ordinary!
Ollie, This message is a little belated, I had difficulty transmitting it after the techno whizz (Ben) went to bed last night. We hope you are all having a fantastic day in the surf and sun and that the skin pigmentation hasn't changed greatly.
Ollie, Ben says, "don't loose his Go Pro, hah, hah and bring back lots of footage" and dad says "beware of fraternizing with the Coconut Crabs".
Love from Mum, Dad & Ben.
Bonjour à vous entendre bonne Bretagne sont en appréciant vous-même, et le temps chaud. Prenez des tas de photos et les sons de demain comme un jour pour vous, le chocolat et la danse.
ReplyDeleteRéjouissez-vous de vos histoires, maman amour, papa et Gemma
Hello Brittany good to hear you are enjoying yourself, and the warm weather. Take heaps of photos and tomorrow sounds like a day for you; chocolate and dancing.
Look forward to your stories, Love Mum, Dad and Gemma
Hi Ollie,
ReplyDeleteChocolate and Dance. You will be in your element.
Enjoy your day and have a wonderful weekend with your host family.
Give the Boissets our regards.
I see we won a gold today in the rowing. Our first gold of the games.
Love Mum Dad and Ben xx
Hi Emma, It rained last night at hockey so no doubt you and Tegan are sad you missed the game and the weather. Our house is like so many others at the moment very very quiet! But we all miss you very much. Have sold all your stuff on trade me! Mum forgot to pick Lucy up from guides so Lucy is no longer the favourite child! Take care, luv Stu, C, Lucy, Gus and Knox.
ReplyDeleteHi Josh! Just think of us at Football tomorrow without our Goalie!!
ReplyDeleteWish us luck as we are playing Hearts. Trust you have a busy weekend with lots of new experiences. Love and miss you heaps -Tyler sends love too!! Nan xxx