More observation today.  Spent some time in some of their art and drama classes, which are part of the core curriculum here.  It’s sad, in my opinion; they get one hour of each per week.  Can’t see how they expect kids to become proficient in a subject like drama when there’s a week’s gap in between each lesson.  The teacher told us he sees upwards of 500 students each week, making it all but impossible for him to form any real relationships with individuals.  Makes me really grateful for HTH’s system. 

Got to have some time off after lunch; spent it playing football with Bradley (my host) and his friends.  Hadn’t had a chance to change out of my school clothes, so I ended up kicking a ball around in dress pants and a tie.  Still managed to score.
Dr P
6/11/2013 11:17:23 am

That's interesting - the counter-argument would be that they all get one hour dedicated to drama, whereas at HTHNC we don't have a dedicated drama teacher.

Glad to hear you're playing football in a shirt and tie. That's a key part of a British education.

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