Today was a busy day! The question of the day was “How important is history to the development of a country and what role does history play in current events?”
After breakfast we started off with an energizer and learned that we knew more Spanish words and phrases than we thought. Spanish speakers Karla, Cris, Miguel, Colleen, and Rosa gave encouraging words and supported the group by role playing in conversational Spanish.Next, we engaged students in a history seminar where students reflected on the question of the day.
Afterwards, we took the bus to one of the highest points in Matagalpa, Cerro El Calvario. We had a panoramic view of the city. It was spectacular. After lunch we were treated with historian, Sonja, an ex revolutionary fighter. We listened to her stories of war, her near brush with death, and her fight for women’s rights. Her story was inspiring and students asked very thought provoking questions. (See picture attached).
Students also participated in a history challenge game which was full of laughter, cooperation, and camaraderie. We ended the evening with the nightly meeting where students further reflected on the question of the day and the first Student of the day was presented.
Tomorrow, Lexie will facilitate the day’s activities and write the daily blog. We are very excited!
Global Glimpse Leaders,
Anakarita and Denise
Wow! What a busy day, Trip to the Highest point in Matagalpa with a view of a wonderful city, engaging in conversation speaking Spanish and learning history by a ex-revoluntionary fighter. You all could not have started the day off any better. Have fun!! Congratulations Lexie- Yeah!!!!!!.
Laura
I look forward to reading these Blogs everynight. What a great experience for the kids.
… Laurie’s mommy…
Looks like the kids are having fun and learning a lot thanks for sharing GG leaders can’t wait for tomorrows blog. Hi lexie here you are doing the blog tomorrow can’t wait to read it.
Looks like everyone is having a great time and learning a lot. Can’t wait for tomorrows adventure. Hi Lexie! Miss you
Glad to hear Everyone have been having a good time and meeting new people. How is the weather? I must say it is very very hot here in the Bay Area, and looks like it may continue through the 4th of July!! Yeah. Do you plan on viewing Fireworks and having a big Barbecue there, if so what kind of food will you all be having (very interesting) I know you all will have a good time. Well let us know and take plenty of pictures too.
Laura
Hello Glimpsters – This is Lexie’s Mom and I wanted to tell you all that we here are so proud of Lexie and all of you for doing what you are all doing there in Matagalpa. It sounds like you all are learning so much and realizing how different it really is in other parts of the world. Lexie, I loved your blog Honey… it sounded like you did very well as your groups first Leader of the day. Your family here at home is so proud and happy for you. Keep up the great work.. oh and not sure, but I’ve been posting every day.. and I don’t see my post. This post was on the blog from the day before Lexie’s day… Was not able to post anything off her blog… I will get with the main office to find out why….
Take care Glimpsters… can’t wait to read what comes next
Patty Jones (Lexie’s Mom)