Monday 20 October
It is my pleasure to give this short report nothing but positives.
Culminating the study of the language over the 4 years at Kolbe, there
is no better way to be immersed linguistically and culturally in the
country.
 “I
studied so much, and still it was nowhere near enough.”
Liam O’Leary
“The thing that I miss the most about Japan is the people
especially my host families, because they were so nice to me and
made me feel so welcome.”
Casey Gardyne
“I would tell prospective tour participants to study hard
leading up to the tour. I would say make the most of the experience
while you are in Japan. Also take every opportunity that you are
offered. It makes a difference.”
Jessica Millar
As the group was relatively small, consisting 3, Year 11 students
and 5 staff members, it enabled me to organise dual programs, one for
the students and the other for the staff. Visiting local kindergarten,
primary school, junior and senior high schools and the school for special
needs gave us an opportunity to have an overview of the education system
as well as the philosophy which molds its structure and curriculum.
In 2009 the tour will be open for any Year 11 students who have
a genuine interest in history, culture, geography, economics and language.
Please contact Mr Hagiwara for details.
Mr Noburo Hagiwara
Head of LOTE/ Japanese |
