last day of junior high school

I love this picture of these girls!

They seem so happy to be learning English and gaining cultural awareness....

riiiiiiiiiiiiiiight. Well, they take good pictures anyway :)

Today was the last day with these crazyspazzy 7-8th graders. They have another 5 weeks left of classes, but I am FINISHED! It's been a learning experience and I definitely have a better understanding of the refugee population's needs (academic and otherwise). I know my experiences in South Korea will be COMPLETELY different than this school -- but a wonderful opportunity just the same! Above: Shafi (sometimes up to no good) and Fahma

Below: Naimo, Fadumo (typical "cool" girl) & Hodan (smart and polite!)

Above: Sadik (always smiling) & Fahma (always laughing)

Below: Naimo (usually grumbling but manages a smile here :)

Group shot with most of the boys in the class is below...

lots of energy with this group (and as a result, LOTS of patience was required!)

as you can see from the photos, they are a pretty unforgettable group of kids!

wishing them luck as they head to high school!