A Student's Life

So, here I have been, blogging about everything I have been doing in Hungary. But, you may be wondering, "What is a student's life like in Diosd?"

Of course, all students go to school. A regular school day is 8:30-3:20. Many students' days are extended, however. For starters, those in band start their days earlier. ICSB has a "Zero Hour" which occurs before school starts, from 7:40-8:30. This is when the band practices.

During the day, some students are involved in more than just school classes. For example, many teachers lead Bible studies during lunch hour. These teachers invite their students to their classrooms for times of devotions and lessons. They are living on more than just bread for lunch.

As I said, many students days are extended. This happens after school just as it does in the mornings. This week two events took place: Staff vs. Student volleyball and soccer games. These were scrimages intended to challenge the student teams for practice. Although the 8th grade boys tried desperately to get me to play soccer, I explained that my body just could not move to get my head in the right place to get the ball in the goal like theirs do. I'm not that coordinated. I was a great fan for the teachers' team instead. Later in the week, I decided to brave the volleyball game. Kristin and I went to the gym very nervous. I was sure that the coach would ask me not to play as I would not give enough of a challenge for the team. I must have spiked and bumped just right, because the game turned out to be fun! In fact, we all stayed and played some extra games for enjoyment.

Some students just can't get enough of their teachers at school. Susanna, my 6th grade independent study study, has been eager to come see where Miss Kahre and I live. So, yesterday she came over. She LOVED playing with Shabella, and Shabella loved playing with her. We also made cookies. Susanna was kind enough to bring some eggs as we were out and our van would not start to let us go to the store. She also brought me some flowers. It was a fun afternoon with yummy cookies.

I think that the students have just as much fun as the teachers at ICSB!