Same and Different (Part 2)
The teachers are pretty good in class, but it's a lot different from American university life.
Yesterday, two people did not do their homework. The teacher made them each pay her (American equivalent) 5 dollars.
One guy showed up late to class the other day and was sent home.
Everyone stands when the teacher walks in the room and says "Good Day" in unison. If a student does not stand with the others, the teacher (and students) wait until that one stands up.
These are (mostly) good things, and they made me think of how different it is in the States. People do their homework if they want to, show up if/when they want, and usually don't show the teachers much respect. Here, respect and work is expected from every student.
But seriously, 5 bucks for not doing homework? =)
I know school is different and at the same time difficult. I encourage you to just have fun, and remember that our DAD is behind you. The 30,000 are his just like you are and He will use many to show the way, the world is not only on your shoulders but ours as well. By the way it was 29 degrees here last night, crazy huh! Ms. B
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