This morning, after breakfast, we were picked up from our hotel by Jane. Jane is one of the English teachers at our sister-school, and she was also Ms. Cooper’s homestay host last year.
It really was wonderful to see her again and it seemed that our friendship simply picked up from where we left it. At the school we re-connected with Hunter (another English teacher and Mr. Cameron’s homestay host), Principal Li, Assistant Principal Tang and Secretary Zhu. It was great to also catch up with the other Assistant Principals and teaching staff we met last year.
There are a couple of banners around the school welcoming Mooroolbark College, but the biggest surprise was the three billboards – each about 1 metre high and three metres wide – proudly declaring our sister school relationship and displaying photos of our visit last year.
Mrs Godfrey, we miss you here. And Linda asked after you. The other teachers and Principals have also asked us to send you their regards.
We were given a guided tour of the school and spent some time chatting to the English teachers in their staff room. Lunch was in the staff dining room – a lovely selection of chinese food. We have a short break at the moment and so we’re taking the opportunity to update this page.
Yes, we’re the ones who are fortunate enough to be in China at the moment, but we are here at Wujiang Senior Middle School as representatives of Mr. Reid, the Assistant Principals, the teaching and non-teaching staff, and the students. And we thank you for allowing us to undertake this important task on your behalf.
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