Dear Students,
Shortly before classes ended in June, I asked you to tell me what you learned from our brief project. Unfortunately, I posed the question too late in the school year for you to respond. Fortunately, over the summer I was able to travel to South Africa to ask the students at Gauteng Comprehensive the same question in-person. They were gracious and welcomed me warmly with a program they organized on my behalf. I left South Africa very impressed by their efforts!
Attached below is a (very) short clip I put together from digital photos provided by Ina Smith, University of Pretoria (one of my collaborators), and audio from my digital recorder. The audio contains a few words from the students about what they learned from the project. The audio is uneven so there may be places where you will have to turn up the volume.
There is also a video of the students performing a dance during the program in the Photo Gallery on this blog.
Many thanks to Thembi Hadebe and her "babies" (Paula's Links), Ina Smith and the University of Pretoria for their contributions to this project!
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
Discussion Topic: Education
Students: Please respond to the following questions by clicking on the comments link below.
What goal(s) do you have and how do you plan to achieve them? How important is education to reaching your goals?
What goal(s) do you have and how do you plan to achieve them? How important is education to reaching your goals?
Monday, May 14, 2007
Discussion Topic: Violence
Students: Please respond to the following questions by clicking on the comments area below.
Under what circumstances do you think violence is an appropriate response to a problem? What do you think needs to happen to stop the violence in your school or community?
Under what circumstances do you think violence is an appropriate response to a problem? What do you think needs to happen to stop the violence in your school or community?
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Charnai
Dear Students,
During the week I did a project in class and I compared things in the United States and South Africa. Someone in my class compared dancing in the US and South Africa. I found that the dancing in South Africa was very interesting because I love to dance. Another thing I learned was the clothing like weddings in the US, we usually get a veil and a white gown with white shoes. I found that in South Africa, when women get married you would wear a head gear and I found that interesting because it was a lot different. I learned about HIV/AIDS in South Africa like I know there aren't a lot of medications in South Africa but in the United States we don't have to worry so much. I really enjoyed learning about your country.
During the week I did a project in class and I compared things in the United States and South Africa. Someone in my class compared dancing in the US and South Africa. I found that the dancing in South Africa was very interesting because I love to dance. Another thing I learned was the clothing like weddings in the US, we usually get a veil and a white gown with white shoes. I found that in South Africa, when women get married you would wear a head gear and I found that interesting because it was a lot different. I learned about HIV/AIDS in South Africa like I know there aren't a lot of medications in South Africa but in the United States we don't have to worry so much. I really enjoyed learning about your country.
Keron
Dear Student,
I have come to know a lot about your country. Things I haven't known before. I just come to realize that in your country, over 3,000,000 million die because of AIDS. I am sorry to hear such bad news. We are experiencing some of the same things, but not as much.
In America, our black males usually catch this disease and in Africa your males and females are catching this disease, and the age ranges from 15-24. The most people that catch this disease are homosexual and babies born with it.
Well, it was nice to know about your country.
Get Better Soon
I have come to know a lot about your country. Things I haven't known before. I just come to realize that in your country, over 3,000,000 million die because of AIDS. I am sorry to hear such bad news. We are experiencing some of the same things, but not as much.
In America, our black males usually catch this disease and in Africa your males and females are catching this disease, and the age ranges from 15-24. The most people that catch this disease are homosexual and babies born with it.
Well, it was nice to know about your country.
Get Better Soon
Jasmine
Dear Student,
I am writing to you because my class has been doing a project on South Africa and comparing it to the United States. I just have a couple of questions for you. I am curious to know what type of foods do you eat over in Africa? What type of religions are the majority of your people? Do you have any holidays that you celebrate, if so, what are they?
These are just some questions that I am asking. I find it quite interesting. Thank you in advance.
I am writing to you because my class has been doing a project on South Africa and comparing it to the United States. I just have a couple of questions for you. I am curious to know what type of foods do you eat over in Africa? What type of religions are the majority of your people? Do you have any holidays that you celebrate, if so, what are they?
These are just some questions that I am asking. I find it quite interesting. Thank you in advance.
Tyra
Dear Student,
While I was doing research on comparing the United States and South Africa. I learned that South Africa has 11 official languages.
While I was doing research on comparing the United States and South Africa. I learned that South Africa has 11 official languages.
Chanelle
While I was doing my project, I noticed that African dance and professional dance, that we do in America is not so different. In America we can take classes to learn African dance, ballet, pointe, hip-hop, tap and modern dance. I also learned that in Africa you too can take special classes to learn these type of dances. I was very excited to learn that you to have the opportunity to learn to do professional dance like me!
Briana
Dear Students,
Recently, I had did some research comparing South Africa and the United States. I chose the education system. As I was doing my research, I read that in some schools, teachers that are white, teach black children that they are nothing and teach them to work for low wage jobs. In the US, we are taught that we all are equal and should never settle for less. I just want to know is it really true, and if it is how does it feel?
Recently, I had did some research comparing South Africa and the United States. I chose the education system. As I was doing my research, I read that in some schools, teachers that are white, teach black children that they are nothing and teach them to work for low wage jobs. In the US, we are taught that we all are equal and should never settle for less. I just want to know is it really true, and if it is how does it feel?
Nicole
Dear Student,
I have recently done a project comparing the US movies to movies that you may watch in South Africa. I have hot successfully fount out what I needed to know. I just want to ask you personally, what recent movies have your seen or heard about? I would also like to know if American movies are popular where you are? I hope to hear back from you soon.
I have recently done a project comparing the US movies to movies that you may watch in South Africa. I have hot successfully fount out what I needed to know. I just want to ask you personally, what recent movies have your seen or heard about? I would also like to know if American movies are popular where you are? I hope to hear back from you soon.
Cheree
Dear Students,
I just discovered many things in your country. I discovered how your people are just like us. For example, you dance like we do. Y'all dance for special events and other things. Also, I learned how some people in your country act up in school and have smart mouths like us in America.
If you had a chance to come to America, would you come over here? Do y'all watch "BET" on tv or videos? If so, what kind?
I just discovered many things in your country. I discovered how your people are just like us. For example, you dance like we do. Y'all dance for special events and other things. Also, I learned how some people in your country act up in school and have smart mouths like us in America.
If you had a chance to come to America, would you come over here? Do y'all watch "BET" on tv or videos? If so, what kind?
Destinee
Dear Student,
Hello again, recently my class had to do a project where we had to make a newspaper. I decided to look up how dancing in Africa was like dancing here. I learned that most of the dances that we do now came from Africa. Even the dances my mom did when she was a kid were made of steps brought over from Africa. I really enjoyed learning about it. I thought it was really interesting learning about the history of some dances.
Hello again, recently my class had to do a project where we had to make a newspaper. I decided to look up how dancing in Africa was like dancing here. I learned that most of the dances that we do now came from Africa. Even the dances my mom did when she was a kid were made of steps brought over from Africa. I really enjoyed learning about it. I thought it was really interesting learning about the history of some dances.
Shandella
Dear Student,
Hello again, I was recently assigned a project on "South Africa" and I researched the top 3 killers. Of course it stated HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and respiratory problems are the top three. How do you feel about HIV/AIDS vs. Malaria?
Do these epidemics bother you? Do you know anyone with either, and how do you feel when your around them?
Hello again, I was recently assigned a project on "South Africa" and I researched the top 3 killers. Of course it stated HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and respiratory problems are the top three. How do you feel about HIV/AIDS vs. Malaria?
Do these epidemics bother you? Do you know anyone with either, and how do you feel when your around them?
Tanasia
Dear Student,
My part of my groups project was to tell about the different African fashion, and the difference between African fashion and fashion in the United States. While doing so, I found out the fashion in South Africa is completely different from fashion in the United States.
My part of my groups project was to tell about the different African fashion, and the difference between African fashion and fashion in the United States. While doing so, I found out the fashion in South Africa is completely different from fashion in the United States.
Denita
Dear Student,
I did research on South African poverty. I found out that poverty there is worse than over here, but there is still a lot of poverty here. In my research , I learned that you have to walk a long way to fetch water, is that true?
In the United States, we just turn on our sinks in our houses or use water fountains if we are out we can even by Spring Water from the store for cheap. I also researched that the big part of South African suburbs is a high crime area such as Johannesburg. In the US, the suburbs is not a high crime area and it is safe and nice.
In the United States we have a big problem about abandoned houses and drug houses and crack houses. Do you have the same problems? I would like to know if my research is true or not so please write back and tell me.
I did research on South African poverty. I found out that poverty there is worse than over here, but there is still a lot of poverty here. In my research , I learned that you have to walk a long way to fetch water, is that true?
In the United States, we just turn on our sinks in our houses or use water fountains if we are out we can even by Spring Water from the store for cheap. I also researched that the big part of South African suburbs is a high crime area such as Johannesburg. In the US, the suburbs is not a high crime area and it is safe and nice.
In the United States we have a big problem about abandoned houses and drug houses and crack houses. Do you have the same problems? I would like to know if my research is true or not so please write back and tell me.
Shanee'
Dear Student,
In my high school we had to do a project on South Africa vs. United States. I chose HIV/AIDS in South Africa to HIV/AIDS in America. In South Africa there is a very big problem on treatments in South Africa. In America, anyone who is carrying the virus is able to get treatment. The treatment for HIV/AIDS takes the patient through the stops of the disease. In Africa, the government won't let them get the treatments because the treatments can harm a mother that is carrying a baby and has the disease.
The people in South Africa have very low immune systems and it doesn't take 8 years to contract the disease. There are many differences and similarities in South Africa and America. I loved researching South Africa.
In my high school we had to do a project on South Africa vs. United States. I chose HIV/AIDS in South Africa to HIV/AIDS in America. In South Africa there is a very big problem on treatments in South Africa. In America, anyone who is carrying the virus is able to get treatment. The treatment for HIV/AIDS takes the patient through the stops of the disease. In Africa, the government won't let them get the treatments because the treatments can harm a mother that is carrying a baby and has the disease.
The people in South Africa have very low immune systems and it doesn't take 8 years to contract the disease. There are many differences and similarities in South Africa and America. I loved researching South Africa.
Samir
Dear Student,
Hi, I am a student at Parkway Northwest High School and in my Multi Ethicultural class, we are learning about South Africa and a lot of things there. I have learned a lot about South Africa, like the schools down there and about your sports and music and also your languages down there which you have a lot of them.
Hi, I am a student at Parkway Northwest High School and in my Multi Ethicultural class, we are learning about South Africa and a lot of things there. I have learned a lot about South Africa, like the schools down there and about your sports and music and also your languages down there which you have a lot of them.
Adriana
Dear Student,
I did research on fashion in Africa. I found out that dealing with fashion, women wear head gear, wrappers, and shawls. I researched that during a wedding, women wear head gear. In America during a wedding, women wear something called a veil. I would like to know when the women wear the head gear, is that part of the culture or is it a choice of fashion? Is it possible to have a complete wedding outfit without the head gear?
I did research on fashion in Africa. I found out that dealing with fashion, women wear head gear, wrappers, and shawls. I researched that during a wedding, women wear head gear. In America during a wedding, women wear something called a veil. I would like to know when the women wear the head gear, is that part of the culture or is it a choice of fashion? Is it possible to have a complete wedding outfit without the head gear?
Shani
Dear Student,
It's me Shani again. I just wanted to ask you a few questions about your culture, lifestyle, etc. I have been researching about the lives of South Africa compared to the lives of Americans. I have researched that there are certain things that brides wear during their wedding. In America, brides wear veils. I researched that the women of South Africa wear some kind of head gear. Is this research true?
Write back please.
It's me Shani again. I just wanted to ask you a few questions about your culture, lifestyle, etc. I have been researching about the lives of South Africa compared to the lives of Americans. I have researched that there are certain things that brides wear during their wedding. In America, brides wear veils. I researched that the women of South Africa wear some kind of head gear. Is this research true?
Write back please.
Teshonda
Dear Student,
I found out that African dress is the same in concept as American dress. I have learned we dress for different occasions.
When there is a wedding, I have learned in Africa they wear a special head dress. In America, there are also special veils that are worn for weddings.
I found out that African dress is the same in concept as American dress. I have learned we dress for different occasions.
When there is a wedding, I have learned in Africa they wear a special head dress. In America, there are also special veils that are worn for weddings.
Marcellus
Dear Student,
While doing my research on South Africa, I discovered that America and South Africa are not all that different after all. For example, most of our food is the same and we enjoy most of the same things.
While doing my research on South Africa, I discovered that America and South Africa are not all that different after all. For example, most of our food is the same and we enjoy most of the same things.
Akua
Dear Student,
This is Akua and I was just checking up. The summertime is coming soon and me and all my friends are planning what to do. Most of us want to get jobs so we can buy some fly stuff. I might work at my local YMCA. YMCA is basically like a gym and they have special activities for young kids.
Sincerely,
Akua
This is Akua and I was just checking up. The summertime is coming soon and me and all my friends are planning what to do. Most of us want to get jobs so we can buy some fly stuff. I might work at my local YMCA. YMCA is basically like a gym and they have special activities for young kids.
Sincerely,
Akua
Al'Tia Clarke
Hey, this is Al'Tia and i'm 16 years old and I attend Parkway NW High School for Peace and Social Justice. In my 2nd period class, MLT Culture for Ethnic Issues with Ms. Davis we were assigned to make newspapers and compare South Africa and the USA and I looked up South African dance and I found out that y'all dance based on stories. It was fun researching.
Chow
BooBoo
Chow
BooBoo
Jessica
Dear Student,
We recently just did a project on comparing United Sttes and South Africa and I found out a lot of information like there are more girls than there are boys. Also, I learned that the music in South Africa has more meaning and emotion and United States music talks more about life and experiences. The dancing is almost the same but in many ways different. Well talk to you later.
We recently just did a project on comparing United Sttes and South Africa and I found out a lot of information like there are more girls than there are boys. Also, I learned that the music in South Africa has more meaning and emotion and United States music talks more about life and experiences. The dancing is almost the same but in many ways different. Well talk to you later.
Tyra
Dear Student,
I learned that South Africa's life expectancy is 75 years old for boys and 80 years old for girls. I would like to know if this is true. Also, I would like to know is there more girls than boys in South Africa.
I learned that South Africa's life expectancy is 75 years old for boys and 80 years old for girls. I would like to know if this is true. Also, I would like to know is there more girls than boys in South Africa.
Friday, May 11, 2007
Special Topic Discussions Begin Monday
Dear Students,
Thank you for your wonderful participation on the Cultural Lessons blog! I hope you have enjoyed reading about our small “community” as much as I have and will feel comfortable leaving comments to each other when you read something interesting.
Beginning on Monday, I will post a question that I would like for you to respond to by leaving a comment on the posting. In order to leave a comment you will need to click on the comment link at the bottom of the posting. It will look like this: comments.
By leaving a comment it will allow everyone to easily follow the discussion. If you need help with this, please ask one of your instructors.
I look forward to our discussions and hope you do too!
Paula
Thank you for your wonderful participation on the Cultural Lessons blog! I hope you have enjoyed reading about our small “community” as much as I have and will feel comfortable leaving comments to each other when you read something interesting.
Beginning on Monday, I will post a question that I would like for you to respond to by leaving a comment on the posting. In order to leave a comment you will need to click on the comment link at the bottom of the posting. It will look like this: comments.
By leaving a comment it will allow everyone to easily follow the discussion. If you need help with this, please ask one of your instructors.
I look forward to our discussions and hope you do too!
Paula
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Philadelphia
Dear Students,
Philadelphia is where I live but to be more specific I live in the Lawncrest section of the Northwest. Philadelphia is made up of different sections. My neighborhood is very quiet unlike other neighborhoods which could be noisy and dangerous. There is a playground, park, and basketball court all up the street from my block. Also around the corner is a Burger King, Rita's Water Ice, and Dunkin Donuts. All throughout Philadelphia a.k.a Philly there are numerous of hot spots where teens have fun or hang out. My favorite hang out is Franklin Mills Mall and Cornbread& coffee. Some other places are Jamz Skating Rink, movie theaters, and the Museum. My deepest concern about Philly is the murder rate. On about the 96th day of the year there were about 100 murders. The saddest part about it is that a lot of babies and children are being innocently killed on a daily basis. Also Philadelphia has many things to after that other cities don't for example our Philly Cheese Steaks and Tasty Cakes that only sold exclusively here in Philly.
Sincerely,
Briana
Philadelphia is where I live but to be more specific I live in the Lawncrest section of the Northwest. Philadelphia is made up of different sections. My neighborhood is very quiet unlike other neighborhoods which could be noisy and dangerous. There is a playground, park, and basketball court all up the street from my block. Also around the corner is a Burger King, Rita's Water Ice, and Dunkin Donuts. All throughout Philadelphia a.k.a Philly there are numerous of hot spots where teens have fun or hang out. My favorite hang out is Franklin Mills Mall and Cornbread& coffee. Some other places are Jamz Skating Rink, movie theaters, and the Museum. My deepest concern about Philly is the murder rate. On about the 96th day of the year there were about 100 murders. The saddest part about it is that a lot of babies and children are being innocently killed on a daily basis. Also Philadelphia has many things to after that other cities don't for example our Philly Cheese Steaks and Tasty Cakes that only sold exclusively here in Philly.
Sincerely,
Briana
Philadelphia
Dear Students,
The city of Philadelphia also known as the city of brotherly love, where there are popular places like the Wachovia Center, where a lot of famous celebrities and other performers have their concerts. We always have a lot of celebrities stop through. We also have a lot of historic landmarks such as The Liberty Bell, Love Park, the Belsy Ross House, The Philadelphia Art Museum, and many other places. Philadelphia has a lot night clubs for adults and some for teens like, Shampoo, 923, 1310, The Hideaway, and many more. We have a lot shopping malls, movie theaters, and other fun stuff. You could never get bored in Philadelphia. While Philadelphia is mostly known for its cheese-steaks, we also have Tasty cakes. I truly believe that Philadelphia is one of the most wonderful and beautiful cities in the world.
Sincerely,
Nicole
The city of Philadelphia also known as the city of brotherly love, where there are popular places like the Wachovia Center, where a lot of famous celebrities and other performers have their concerts. We always have a lot of celebrities stop through. We also have a lot of historic landmarks such as The Liberty Bell, Love Park, the Belsy Ross House, The Philadelphia Art Museum, and many other places. Philadelphia has a lot night clubs for adults and some for teens like, Shampoo, 923, 1310, The Hideaway, and many more. We have a lot shopping malls, movie theaters, and other fun stuff. You could never get bored in Philadelphia. While Philadelphia is mostly known for its cheese-steaks, we also have Tasty cakes. I truly believe that Philadelphia is one of the most wonderful and beautiful cities in the world.
Sincerely,
Nicole
Philadelphia
Dear Students,
I like Philadelphia, first of all because I was born and raised here. Second because there is no place like here. There's a lot of black people that live here and there's always people outside. If you were riding down the street or walking your sure to hear some music or kids coming from somewhere close. Although Philly is always booming with excitement it's not really a safe place to be. There is a lot of violence and our city is basically #1 for the most murders. I really love the city. It means a lot to me and it makes up who I am.
Sincerely.
Akua
I like Philadelphia, first of all because I was born and raised here. Second because there is no place like here. There's a lot of black people that live here and there's always people outside. If you were riding down the street or walking your sure to hear some music or kids coming from somewhere close. Although Philly is always booming with excitement it's not really a safe place to be. There is a lot of violence and our city is basically #1 for the most murders. I really love the city. It means a lot to me and it makes up who I am.
Sincerely.
Akua
Philadelphia
Dear Students,
In my opinion the best place to live is Philadelphia, but there are times where it can be the worst. Some of the good things about Philadelphia is that there are a lot of places where you can go eat like McDonald's, Burger King, Taco Bell, and any other places that sells junk food. Another good thing about Philadelphia is that all the attractions like Jamz(which is a skating rink), the movies, and the night clubs are all around my way. Also there a lot of national monuments that can be visited.
Sincerely,
Destinee
In my opinion the best place to live is Philadelphia, but there are times where it can be the worst. Some of the good things about Philadelphia is that there are a lot of places where you can go eat like McDonald's, Burger King, Taco Bell, and any other places that sells junk food. Another good thing about Philadelphia is that all the attractions like Jamz(which is a skating rink), the movies, and the night clubs are all around my way. Also there a lot of national monuments that can be visited.
Sincerely,
Destinee
Philadelphia
Dear Students,
Philadelphia isn't the best place but it's better than what most people think of it to be. Philadelphia has many interesting places like the Franklin Institute, Liberty Bell, City Hall, the Gallery and many more. What I like about Philadelphia is that we have corner stores, basketball courts, chesse-steaks, and my favorite fast food restaurant McDonald's. Philadelphia also has a good basketball team which is the Philadelphia 76sers, even though they didn't make the playoffs. Philadelphia is an easy place to get around because of Septa. Which are buses that run routes all over. Philadelphia is kind of bad too, many killings and many people get hurt each night. Also here where I live there hotels and many good sites that you might find interesting.
Sincerely,
Kyle
Philadelphia isn't the best place but it's better than what most people think of it to be. Philadelphia has many interesting places like the Franklin Institute, Liberty Bell, City Hall, the Gallery and many more. What I like about Philadelphia is that we have corner stores, basketball courts, chesse-steaks, and my favorite fast food restaurant McDonald's. Philadelphia also has a good basketball team which is the Philadelphia 76sers, even though they didn't make the playoffs. Philadelphia is an easy place to get around because of Septa. Which are buses that run routes all over. Philadelphia is kind of bad too, many killings and many people get hurt each night. Also here where I live there hotels and many good sites that you might find interesting.
Sincerely,
Kyle
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Cheree
Dear Students,
Hi my name is Cheree, . I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I'm 15 years old and I like to dance. I also like to talk on the phone. I'm a nice person and I have a fun personality is fun. I'm 5'3", and I like going shopping with my friends. I live in the East part of Philadelphia.
Hi my name is Cheree, . I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I'm 15 years old and I like to dance. I also like to talk on the phone. I'm a nice person and I have a fun personality is fun. I'm 5'3", and I like going shopping with my friends. I live in the East part of Philadelphia.
Philadelphia
Dear Student,
There are many things that the city of Philadelphia holds in it. First of all, it has different neighborhoods such as Germantown, North Philly, South Philly, West Philly, and many more. Many celebrities come from Philly like Will Smith, Pink, Patty Label, and many more. We also have places where we call hot spots such as "The Gallery". We also have some great foods that aren't sold in other states and cities such as Tasty Cakes. We also have the best cheese steaks. We also have some bad things about Philadelphia. Even though we are known as the city of brotherly love, there are a lot of killings.
Sincerely,
Aliya
There are many things that the city of Philadelphia holds in it. First of all, it has different neighborhoods such as Germantown, North Philly, South Philly, West Philly, and many more. Many celebrities come from Philly like Will Smith, Pink, Patty Label, and many more. We also have places where we call hot spots such as "The Gallery". We also have some great foods that aren't sold in other states and cities such as Tasty Cakes. We also have the best cheese steaks. We also have some bad things about Philadelphia. Even though we are known as the city of brotherly love, there are a lot of killings.
Sincerely,
Aliya
Friday, May 4, 2007
introduction
Good day
my name is Precious lesego Ndlovu.I am 15 years old in grade 10 at Gatang High Scool.I live with my grandmother,Aunt,her husband and their three children in mamelodi east ext4.My hobbies are going to church and reading.what i love is spending time with my family and friends.My biggest dream is to be a social worker.
my name is Precious lesego Ndlovu.I am 15 years old in grade 10 at Gatang High Scool.I live with my grandmother,Aunt,her husband and their three children in mamelodi east ext4.My hobbies are going to church and reading.what i love is spending time with my family and friends.My biggest dream is to be a social worker.
Introduction.
Hello
Firstly I would like to introduce myself,my name is Lucia Letwaba,I am a grade 11 learner at Gatang comprehensive school.I was born on the 6 of march 1991 in a place called Pretoria which is located in a province called Gauteng in South Africa.I am a very kind and polite person,I also don't like people who discriminate other people and I love people more than anything in my life.
Firstly I would like to introduce myself,my name is Lucia Letwaba,I am a grade 11 learner at Gatang comprehensive school.I was born on the 6 of march 1991 in a place called Pretoria which is located in a province called Gauteng in South Africa.I am a very kind and polite person,I also don't like people who discriminate other people and I love people more than anything in my life.
Introduction
hello
my name is nancy mokoto and i am fifteen years old.I am in grade ten and i am loving every moment of it .I live with both my parents and my two brothers . I am attending a very strict school and i have been given an opportunity to become a classmoningtress and a worshiping leading role .When i was given these roles i was so nevous but my family believed that i could do both things at the same time .I am a last born and the only girl so people think that i must be spoiled but i am defenetly not .I have a passion for singing and acting and i wish that one day i can become a well known pefoming star.
my name is nancy mokoto and i am fifteen years old.I am in grade ten and i am loving every moment of it .I live with both my parents and my two brothers . I am attending a very strict school and i have been given an opportunity to become a classmoningtress and a worshiping leading role .When i was given these roles i was so nevous but my family believed that i could do both things at the same time .I am a last born and the only girl so people think that i must be spoiled but i am defenetly not .I have a passion for singing and acting and i wish that one day i can become a well known pefoming star.
Introduction
Hi
My name is Refilwe Mashishi, I am 17 years old.I am currently in grade 11 and living in Mamelodi.I doing Business Studies and my is Gatang Comprehensive School. I enjoy being around people because I have a freindly face.I enjoy dancing,listening to music,reading and singing,but i also love acting.I have many freinds andI enjoy being around them.
My name is Refilwe Mashishi, I am 17 years old.I am currently in grade 11 and living in Mamelodi.I doing Business Studies and my is Gatang Comprehensive School. I enjoy being around people because I have a freindly face.I enjoy dancing,listening to music,reading and singing,but i also love acting.I have many freinds andI enjoy being around them.
introduction
HI
my name is Brendinah Mkhabela I am 15 years of age turning 16 on the 05 of june,i am a learner at Gatang comprehensive school.
At home i live with one of two siblings,we are zulu speaking at home, at school i am styding science.my favourite hobbies are poetry,singing and volleyball,I am a pesorn who is caring,kind and loving and i enjoy reading or spending time with my friend but only on my spertime.
I also like to help people when they need my help i am a girl who is full of dreams and hoping to achieve them ,when i grow up i would like to be a docter because South Africa is suffering a lot when it comes to docters they are in shot of nurses so i would like to be one and help my country because i am proudly south african.
cheers to you all
love Brendinah.
my name is Brendinah Mkhabela I am 15 years of age turning 16 on the 05 of june,i am a learner at Gatang comprehensive school.
At home i live with one of two siblings,we are zulu speaking at home, at school i am styding science.my favourite hobbies are poetry,singing and volleyball,I am a pesorn who is caring,kind and loving and i enjoy reading or spending time with my friend but only on my spertime.
I also like to help people when they need my help i am a girl who is full of dreams and hoping to achieve them ,when i grow up i would like to be a docter because South Africa is suffering a lot when it comes to docters they are in shot of nurses so i would like to be one and help my country because i am proudly south african.
cheers to you all
love Brendinah.
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Hi my name is Mthokozisi Mabuza,I am 15 years of age and I live in Nellmapius extension 1 which is in Pretoria .I am a grade 10 learner in Gatang Comprehensive School, I am a christian and I live in a family of 6,my home language is siSwati and my favorite colour is red.My hobbies are writing songs & drawing,my favorite type of music is Hip hop.When I grow up I want to be a sound engineer and my dream is to see people living together in harmony and I am gifted in singing.
good day
Hi!!!
My name is Nthabiseng,i am 17 yrs of age and i'm in grade 11 at Gatang comprehensive school.My favourite colour is rose pink.I love going to the mall and spending time with my family and friends.I am a bit short,with big black eyes and a bit long hair.I dont do any sports but I participate in the school debate.I do physics,maths and biology even though i'm not that good at maths but i try my level best.when i pass matric i would like to be a civil engeneer.oh well thats all from me!!hope to hear from u guys soon.
from:Nthabiseng
My name is Nthabiseng,i am 17 yrs of age and i'm in grade 11 at Gatang comprehensive school.My favourite colour is rose pink.I love going to the mall and spending time with my family and friends.I am a bit short,with big black eyes and a bit long hair.I dont do any sports but I participate in the school debate.I do physics,maths and biology even though i'm not that good at maths but i try my level best.when i pass matric i would like to be a civil engeneer.oh well thats all from me!!hope to hear from u guys soon.
from:Nthabiseng
introduction
Dear everybody My name is Carol Matsepe I am 19yrs old I live in Mamelodi east ext2.I am in grade 11C at Gatang comprehensive school.My postal address is 1984Motimalenyora street mamelodi gardens 0122.I am an epileptic person.I like playing soccer,reading,playing computer.I am a south african.I attend church at Englican.I Carol kgwaile Matsepe declare under oath that the information given above is true with love.
introduction
My name is Koketso I am in grade 10. I am 15 years of age.I attend school at Gatang comprehensive school.I live in Pretoria at Mamelodi East.I live in a family of 7,2 sisters,2 brothers and my parents.I am the last born at home.My favourite meal is rice with chicken,my favourite fruit is mango.My hobbies are softball and tennies.I like participating in any sport at school.When I grow up I want to become a segical doctor.I will also like to stay at a town called centurion.My wish is to come and see US,I am reffering to your educational system,your school and where you live.I hope one day we will meet each other.
introduction
Dear everyone
My name is Daisy Sithole,I am 16 years old and I am in grade 11 and attending school at Gatang Comprehensive School.I am the only child and living with my mother.I was born in Mamelodi hospital on the forth of November 1991.I have two friends by the names of Refilwe and Steve.I am very generous person who likes mostly to concetrate on her school work.I like to sing and play with smal children.I am a very beautiful girl with long hair with white eyes.I think you will love communicating with me.
looking forward to hear more from you guys,god bless you.
bye
My name is Daisy Sithole,I am 16 years old and I am in grade 11 and attending school at Gatang Comprehensive School.I am the only child and living with my mother.I was born in Mamelodi hospital on the forth of November 1991.I have two friends by the names of Refilwe and Steve.I am very generous person who likes mostly to concetrate on her school work.I like to sing and play with smal children.I am a very beautiful girl with long hair with white eyes.I think you will love communicating with me.
looking forward to hear more from you guys,god bless you.
bye
introduction
Dear everyone
My name is Daisy Sithole,I am 16 years old and I am in grade 11 and attending school at Gatang Comprehensive School.I am the only child and living with my mother.I was born in Mamelodi hospital on the forth of November 1991.I have two friends by the names of Refilwe and Steve.I am very generous person who likes mostly to concetrate on her school work.I like to sing and play with smal children.I am a very beautiful girl with long hair with white eyes.I think you will love communicating with me.
looking forward to hear more from you guys,god bless you.
bye
My name is Daisy Sithole,I am 16 years old and I am in grade 11 and attending school at Gatang Comprehensive School.I am the only child and living with my mother.I was born in Mamelodi hospital on the forth of November 1991.I have two friends by the names of Refilwe and Steve.I am very generous person who likes mostly to concetrate on her school work.I like to sing and play with smal children.I am a very beautiful girl with long hair with white eyes.I think you will love communicating with me.
looking forward to hear more from you guys,god bless you.
bye
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Welcome from South Africa!
Hi Samir, Fatima, Ricardo, Aliya, Kevan, Charnai and Tyra and all the others
It's been quite exciting to read through all your postings and learn about you! Thanks for sharing info about yourself with us!
Also welcome to this area where we hope you will be able to share experiences with South African students, and hopefully make new friends.
I'm a librarian at the University of Pretoria and just love my job! I am married and have a 13 year old daughter, called Monét.
I was fortunate to visit Illinois (Urbana-Champaign, Chicago) and Michigan (Ann Arbor) last year during November. You have such a lovely country, and everything seems to work so perfectly!
Hope you enjoy blogging with the SA students!
SA greetings
Ina
It's been quite exciting to read through all your postings and learn about you! Thanks for sharing info about yourself with us!
Also welcome to this area where we hope you will be able to share experiences with South African students, and hopefully make new friends.
I'm a librarian at the University of Pretoria and just love my job! I am married and have a 13 year old daughter, called Monét.
I was fortunate to visit Illinois (Urbana-Champaign, Chicago) and Michigan (Ann Arbor) last year during November. You have such a lovely country, and everything seems to work so perfectly!
Hope you enjoy blogging with the SA students!
SA greetings
Ina
Monday, April 30, 2007
Samir
Dear Students,
Hi, my name is Samir and I'm from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I'm originally from Germantown (G-town), but I live in West Oak Lane. I go to Parkway Northwest. I am in the 9th grade and I love all sports, but I'm the best at football. I am the youngest of my siblings and I'm the laid back type. I might crack a joke here or there. I am the flyest dresser when it comes to clothes and I'm just a cool dude to be around.
Hi, my name is Samir and I'm from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I'm originally from Germantown (G-town), but I live in West Oak Lane. I go to Parkway Northwest. I am in the 9th grade and I love all sports, but I'm the best at football. I am the youngest of my siblings and I'm the laid back type. I might crack a joke here or there. I am the flyest dresser when it comes to clothes and I'm just a cool dude to be around.
Fatima
Dear Students,
Hello, my name is Fatima, but my friends call me Tima. I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I am in the 9th grade and I'm 16 years old. My favorite thing to do is to chill with my friends. I love shopping at the mall. I live with my aunt and uncle. I also talk alot. My favorite color is green and pink. My favorite food to eat is chicken and I live in North Philly.
Hello, my name is Fatima, but my friends call me Tima. I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I am in the 9th grade and I'm 16 years old. My favorite thing to do is to chill with my friends. I love shopping at the mall. I live with my aunt and uncle. I also talk alot. My favorite color is green and pink. My favorite food to eat is chicken and I live in North Philly.
Ricardo
Hi, my name is Ricardo. I live in America. I am 16 years old. I attend Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice. I live with my Aunt and Uncle and their 2 kids, a boy and a girl. My favorite thing to do is listen to music, go on the computer and go shopping.
Aliya
Dear Student,
Hello, my name is Aliya. I am 14 years old and I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I love to sing and dance. I live in a family of 7. My mom, dad, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters not including me. I am kind of quiet, but also loud at certain times. My birthday is July 30th.
One of my biggest dreams is to become a singer. I love having fun and being myself. My favorite singer is Ciara. Also, my favorite type of music is rock, R&B, and hip hop. Enough about me, I would like to learn more about you.
Hello, my name is Aliya. I am 14 years old and I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I love to sing and dance. I live in a family of 7. My mom, dad, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters not including me. I am kind of quiet, but also loud at certain times. My birthday is July 30th.
One of my biggest dreams is to become a singer. I love having fun and being myself. My favorite singer is Ciara. Also, my favorite type of music is rock, R&B, and hip hop. Enough about me, I would like to learn more about you.
Keron
Dear Students,
My name is Kevin. I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I am currently in the 9th grade. I enjoy boat trips, and long walks on the beach. I am 5'8.
I'm very funny and outgoing. I like to have fun. I play sports. I would like you to challenge me in a game of basketball.
My name is Kevin. I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I am currently in the 9th grade. I enjoy boat trips, and long walks on the beach. I am 5'8.
I'm very funny and outgoing. I like to have fun. I play sports. I would like you to challenge me in a game of basketball.
Charnai
Dear Student,
Hi my name is Charnai. I am 14 years old and I am a freshman at Parkway Northwest High School. I have two sisters and two brothers. I am the oldest. My favorite subject is English. I love to read and write. If I'm at home you will catch me reading. I also enjoy going to the mall and hanging out with my friends. After I graduate from high school, I want to go straight to college to pursue my career of being a registered nurse.
My concern for the world is HIV/AIDS. I hope that there is a cure one day. I hope to get to know you better so I can learn some new things and you can learn some new things from me.
Hi my name is Charnai. I am 14 years old and I am a freshman at Parkway Northwest High School. I have two sisters and two brothers. I am the oldest. My favorite subject is English. I love to read and write. If I'm at home you will catch me reading. I also enjoy going to the mall and hanging out with my friends. After I graduate from high school, I want to go straight to college to pursue my career of being a registered nurse.
My concern for the world is HIV/AIDS. I hope that there is a cure one day. I hope to get to know you better so I can learn some new things and you can learn some new things from me.
Tyra
Dear Students,
Hi my name is Tyra. I go to Parkway Northwest High School. I am in the 9th grade and I am 15 years old. I am the middle child out of a family of five. My mother, father, my two sisters, and me. I love to sing and dance and and on weekends I have praise dance practice at my church.
I love to shop for anything that is ping blue, or red because they are my favorite colors.
Hi my name is Tyra. I go to Parkway Northwest High School. I am in the 9th grade and I am 15 years old. I am the middle child out of a family of five. My mother, father, my two sisters, and me. I love to sing and dance and and on weekends I have praise dance practice at my church.
I love to shop for anything that is ping blue, or red because they are my favorite colors.
Layana
Dear Students,
My name is Layana and I am 15 years old in the 9th grade. I come from a family of five. I have two other sisters. My mom is a stay at home mom and my dad is an elevator mechanic. I attend Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice. I really can't wait to meet my pen pal. I also think that this is fun cause this is not the first time that I have done something Ike this. But if this is your first time doing this then, I hope this is a good experience for you.
My name is Layana and I am 15 years old in the 9th grade. I come from a family of five. I have two other sisters. My mom is a stay at home mom and my dad is an elevator mechanic. I attend Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice. I really can't wait to meet my pen pal. I also think that this is fun cause this is not the first time that I have done something Ike this. But if this is your first time doing this then, I hope this is a good experience for you.
Teshana
Hello my name is Teshana. I am 16 years old. I am schooled at Parkway Northwest. I am the middle child in a family of 7 with 5 boys and 2 girls. I am the baby girl. My mother works as a nurse and my father is a nurse also. My hobbies include, singing, writing, being with my friends and chillin.
I enjoy poetry, school, friends, and family. People often say I am a joy to be with and to befriend.
I enjoy poetry, school, friends, and family. People often say I am a joy to be with and to befriend.
Sunday, April 29, 2007
Jessica
Dear Student,
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 15 years old and I live in North Philly. I go to Parkway Northwest High School and I am in the 9th grade. I am the only child on my mom side but a lot of brothers and sisters on my step dad side.
My future goal is to become a children's storybook writer. In my spare time I enjoy working with kids and hanging out with family and friends. I would like to learn about how life is there.
Hi, my name is Jessica. I am 15 years old and I live in North Philly. I go to Parkway Northwest High School and I am in the 9th grade. I am the only child on my mom side but a lot of brothers and sisters on my step dad side.
My future goal is to become a children's storybook writer. In my spare time I enjoy working with kids and hanging out with family and friends. I would like to learn about how life is there.
Chanelle
Dear Student,
Hi, my name is Chanelle. I go to Parkway Northwest High School. I live in Philadelphia and I am from Philadelphia. I am 14 years old and my birthday is may 8th. I love Lil Wayne because he is so cute. I listen to Hip-Hop, R & B, and Rock. I watch t.v., party, and get on my space like all day everyday. When I get out of high school, I would like to go to Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia.
My favorite color is green. My favorite R&B artist is Fergie and my favorite Rock group is My Chemical Romance. Now you know about Chanelle.
Hi, my name is Chanelle. I go to Parkway Northwest High School. I live in Philadelphia and I am from Philadelphia. I am 14 years old and my birthday is may 8th. I love Lil Wayne because he is so cute. I listen to Hip-Hop, R & B, and Rock. I watch t.v., party, and get on my space like all day everyday. When I get out of high school, I would like to go to Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia.
My favorite color is green. My favorite R&B artist is Fergie and my favorite Rock group is My Chemical Romance. Now you know about Chanelle.
Briana
Hi, my name is Briana and I'm a 16 year old girl. I am a Freshman at Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice.
There are many things I like to do, such as play sports. My favorite sport is basketball and soccer. I am really good at both. I love to eat. I enjoy eating and cooking soul food. I also like to go shopping and hanging out with my friends.
If there were one word I had to choose to describe me, it would be silly. I am very funny and I just love to have fun.
There are many things I like to do, such as play sports. My favorite sport is basketball and soccer. I am really good at both. I love to eat. I enjoy eating and cooking soul food. I also like to go shopping and hanging out with my friends.
If there were one word I had to choose to describe me, it would be silly. I am very funny and I just love to have fun.
Shakeera
Dear Students,
My name is Shakeera. I go to Parkway Northwest School for Peace and Social Justice. My favorite place is home. I like to jump double dutch. I try my best to work hard in everything I do and always have a positive attitude. Work is hard and can be stressful. It is challenging but it all comes together for good. I have a great family. I love school and I like to have fun.
My name is Shakeera. I go to Parkway Northwest School for Peace and Social Justice. My favorite place is home. I like to jump double dutch. I try my best to work hard in everything I do and always have a positive attitude. Work is hard and can be stressful. It is challenging but it all comes together for good. I have a great family. I love school and I like to have fun.
Adriana
Him My name is Adriana, and I attend Parkway Northwest High School. I'm 15 years of age and in the 9th grade. I live in Philadelphia with a family of my mom, step dad, little sister and brother and myself.
I like to sing, dance, and design clothes. My goal in life is to make a career as a fashion designer. I would hope that we will be able to become good friends and help whoever we had.
I like to sing, dance, and design clothes. My goal in life is to make a career as a fashion designer. I would hope that we will be able to become good friends and help whoever we had.
Thursday, April 26, 2007
Shanee
Dear Students,
Hi my name is Shanee and I'm 14 years old. I'm currently in the West Oaklane area of Philadelphia. I'm in the 9th grade and I go to Parkway NW high school. I would love to have a pen pal that is in a different country. I'm interested to hear all the obstacles or everyday things that you do. I hope we can talk about many conflicts or concerns that me or you might have. I am very excited and I'm waiting to hear from you.
Hi my name is Shanee and I'm 14 years old. I'm currently in the West Oaklane area of Philadelphia. I'm in the 9th grade and I go to Parkway NW high school. I would love to have a pen pal that is in a different country. I'm interested to hear all the obstacles or everyday things that you do. I hope we can talk about many conflicts or concerns that me or you might have. I am very excited and I'm waiting to hear from you.
Sherice
Dear Students,
Hello, my name is Sherice. I am a student at Parkway NW high school for peace and social justice, located in Philadelphia. I am originally from Atlanta, Georgia. I'm 15 years old and my birthday is in January. On my spare time I write poetry, listen to music, and talk on the phone. I'm very outgoing and social. I'm friends with almost everybody. I have three older sisters one in college, one a teacher, and the other is a financial analyst for Coca Cola. Enough about me though, I'd like to know about who you all are and about your culture.
Hello, my name is Sherice. I am a student at Parkway NW high school for peace and social justice, located in Philadelphia. I am originally from Atlanta, Georgia. I'm 15 years old and my birthday is in January. On my spare time I write poetry, listen to music, and talk on the phone. I'm very outgoing and social. I'm friends with almost everybody. I have three older sisters one in college, one a teacher, and the other is a financial analyst for Coca Cola. Enough about me though, I'd like to know about who you all are and about your culture.
Jasmine
Hi Students,
My name is Jasmine, I am a student at Parkway NW, here in the United States, in a very large city in Philadelphia. I am 14 years old, and I am the only child, but I live with my grand-mom, my mom, my aunt, and my cousin he is 12 years old and I call him little brother. I lived in Philadelphia all my life. I hope to learn more about you, and your culture and your country.
My name is Jasmine, I am a student at Parkway NW, here in the United States, in a very large city in Philadelphia. I am 14 years old, and I am the only child, but I live with my grand-mom, my mom, my aunt, and my cousin he is 12 years old and I call him little brother. I lived in Philadelphia all my life. I hope to learn more about you, and your culture and your country.
Nicole
Dear Students,
Hello my name is Nicole and I am 15 in the 9th grade attending Parkway Northwest high school. I am the only girl in my family with two brothers, one older and one younger. My favorite colors are red, black, and white. I am a very nice person and easy to get along with. I like to watch T.V., and movies. I also like to dance, be with my friends, and listen to music. I am currently not involved in any after school activities but I have been earlier in the year. I am very open to learning new things and very interested in learning more about this project. I hope that I can teach you and you can learn from me as well.
Hello my name is Nicole and I am 15 in the 9th grade attending Parkway Northwest high school. I am the only girl in my family with two brothers, one older and one younger. My favorite colors are red, black, and white. I am a very nice person and easy to get along with. I like to watch T.V., and movies. I also like to dance, be with my friends, and listen to music. I am currently not involved in any after school activities but I have been earlier in the year. I am very open to learning new things and very interested in learning more about this project. I hope that I can teach you and you can learn from me as well.
Akua
Dear Students,
My name is Akua and I'm 14 years old. I go to Parkway Northwest high school and I'm in the 9th grade. I live in the Germantown section of Philadelphia with my mother and sister. I have an older brother but he doesn't live with us, I also am the youngest. I would like to learn about the way you live, and basically the things you do daily. I hope to learn more about you all and I'm really looking forward to this new experience
My name is Akua and I'm 14 years old. I go to Parkway Northwest high school and I'm in the 9th grade. I live in the Germantown section of Philadelphia with my mother and sister. I have an older brother but he doesn't live with us, I also am the youngest. I would like to learn about the way you live, and basically the things you do daily. I hope to learn more about you all and I'm really looking forward to this new experience
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Shandella
Dear Students,
My name is Shandella and I attend Parkway Northwest in Philadelphia, Pa. In my spare time I like to chill(relax), joke around, and of course go shopping. I guess I would be called a down to earth chick. Grade wise, I get normal grades. I love all types of music. I live with my Grandmother, and life for me is pretty normal, I go through the same things that you guys go through. Do you have ant questions for me?
My name is Shandella and I attend Parkway Northwest in Philadelphia, Pa. In my spare time I like to chill(relax), joke around, and of course go shopping. I guess I would be called a down to earth chick. Grade wise, I get normal grades. I love all types of music. I live with my Grandmother, and life for me is pretty normal, I go through the same things that you guys go through. Do you have ant questions for me?
Destinee
Dear Students,
Hello my name is Destinee and I'm a 9th grader hear at Parkway NW. I'm fourteen years old and I live in Philadelphia, but I'm from the South. I love ot read horror and mystery books. I come from a family of three, my mother and my oldest sister. Things that I have a big interest in right now are grades, family, and peer pressure. Some of my favorite things to do are to watch T.V., listen to music, and eat hunk food. My favorite singers are Justin Timberlake, Nelly Fertado, and Beyonce.
Hello my name is Destinee and I'm a 9th grader hear at Parkway NW. I'm fourteen years old and I live in Philadelphia, but I'm from the South. I love ot read horror and mystery books. I come from a family of three, my mother and my oldest sister. Things that I have a big interest in right now are grades, family, and peer pressure. Some of my favorite things to do are to watch T.V., listen to music, and eat hunk food. My favorite singers are Justin Timberlake, Nelly Fertado, and Beyonce.
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Monday, April 23, 2007
Darren
Dear Students,
My name is Darren, and I'm 14 and a half. I attend Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice. I have the four brothers and I play basketball.
My name is Darren, and I'm 14 and a half. I attend Parkway Northwest High School for Peace and Social Justice. I have the four brothers and I play basketball.
Try
Dear Students,
Hi my name is Try, I'm 15 years old and I attend Parkway Northwest. I'm in the ninth grade, and I come a family of four. I have the two sisters and one brother, and I'm also a twin.
Hi my name is Try, I'm 15 years old and I attend Parkway Northwest. I'm in the ninth grade, and I come a family of four. I have the two sisters and one brother, and I'm also a twin.
Anthony
Dear Students,
I am glad that I am working with you, I'm respectful, kind, and generous. I'm so happy to work with you, I never had the opportunity to speak with anyone across the world. Thanks for this chance, My name is Anthony, and I attend Parkway Northwest High School in Philadelphia.
I am glad that I am working with you, I'm respectful, kind, and generous. I'm so happy to work with you, I never had the opportunity to speak with anyone across the world. Thanks for this chance, My name is Anthony, and I attend Parkway Northwest High School in Philadelphia.
Denita
Dear Students,
My name is Denita I attend Parkway Northwest and I am in the 9th grade. I have three brothers and one sister. Right now I'm currently living with my family. In the United States there is a thing called foster care, which you are taken from your parents because maybe your parents can't provide for you and give you things that you need. When you are taken form your parents you are placed with another family who can support you and take care of you. I would like to tell you more about these things in future conversations, and maybe I could learn more about you.
My name is Denita I attend Parkway Northwest and I am in the 9th grade. I have three brothers and one sister. Right now I'm currently living with my family. In the United States there is a thing called foster care, which you are taken from your parents because maybe your parents can't provide for you and give you things that you need. When you are taken form your parents you are placed with another family who can support you and take care of you. I would like to tell you more about these things in future conversations, and maybe I could learn more about you.
Kyle
Dear Students,
Hi my name is Kyle, and I'm in a family of four. I have two sisters and one brother. I attend Parkway Northwest in Philadelphia. I like to play sports and play video games, I currently play for a basketball team and our team is entering for the playoffs. I also average 10 points and at least 5 rebounds a game. I'm 15 who is funny and playful.
Hi my name is Kyle, and I'm in a family of four. I have two sisters and one brother. I attend Parkway Northwest in Philadelphia. I like to play sports and play video games, I currently play for a basketball team and our team is entering for the playoffs. I also average 10 points and at least 5 rebounds a game. I'm 15 who is funny and playful.
Shani
Hello Students,
My name is Shani, and I attend Parkway Northwest High School in Philadelphia. I'm in the 9th grade, and 15 years of age. I am also the youngest of three children, my older brother lives in Philadelphia with me, and my sister lives in Maryland. I love to sing and dance, and I would love to learn about your culture as well as your daily life. During this experience I hope to learn as much about South Africa as I can, and hope that me and my pen pal will remain friends for a long time, and we learn many things about each other.
My name is Shani, and I attend Parkway Northwest High School in Philadelphia. I'm in the 9th grade, and 15 years of age. I am also the youngest of three children, my older brother lives in Philadelphia with me, and my sister lives in Maryland. I love to sing and dance, and I would love to learn about your culture as well as your daily life. During this experience I hope to learn as much about South Africa as I can, and hope that me and my pen pal will remain friends for a long time, and we learn many things about each other.
Welcome!
Welcome to all of the participants of Cultural Lessons!
Learning about another culture can be very exciting. This forum is an opportunity for you to read about each other and learn about your similarities and differences, your schools and communities, and your everyday lives.
You may find some differences in cultural expressions, customs, and language, however I hope you will feel comfortable asking questions when there is something that you don’t understand.
Twice a week a question will be posted for your response and discussion. If there are specific topics that you would like to discuss please let your instructors know.
I have posted a link on the blog with your photos. You may also want to add photos of your community, your school, or just things that interest you.
The first posts are notes from some of the students in Philadelphia.
I hope you will enjoy meeting and learning about each other!
Paula
Learning about another culture can be very exciting. This forum is an opportunity for you to read about each other and learn about your similarities and differences, your schools and communities, and your everyday lives.
You may find some differences in cultural expressions, customs, and language, however I hope you will feel comfortable asking questions when there is something that you don’t understand.
Twice a week a question will be posted for your response and discussion. If there are specific topics that you would like to discuss please let your instructors know.
I have posted a link on the blog with your photos. You may also want to add photos of your community, your school, or just things that interest you.
The first posts are notes from some of the students in Philadelphia.
I hope you will enjoy meeting and learning about each other!
Paula
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