Wednesday, August 8, 2007

Sarah Forrest keeps it real.. and my hope alive

Hello all. I am teaching in Pusztaederics, Hungary, a small town of about 200. Most residents are senior citizens, although there are a few young people. Basically all of my students are beginners. I teach three classes: one for teens (most are from the neighboring villages and their grandparents live in Pusztaederics), one for young children, and one for adults ( most are 40-50 women with no prior English knowledge). In total, I have approximately 25 students.

My classes are going pretty well. Charades, water balloons, and Go Fish with various vocabulary words have been the most popular activities. I am staying with the mayor's family. The eldest daughter, who lives in Budapest and speaks English pretty well, was here for the first bit of time and was able to help me adjust.They are a very generous, kind family. I have been to Balaton, Pécs, and bowling in Zalaegerszeg many times.