Seasons greetings,
I have noticed a theme in my comments section regarding the legitimacy of my experience here actually centered around teaching children. I can assure you it is, and thought perhaps I should provide some photographic evidence of such.
I do indeed work at an English school E.C.C. is the name of the school. English Center for Children. We have kids ages 3-6 in the morning, and 8-14 in the afternoon and evening. Class goes until as late as 7:30 pm. Even on Friday. I had to fill in for a teacher this past Friday night in 45 minute class of seven 12 year olds that began at 6:40p. I didn’t mind, but if I were a student I would be quite frustrated. They, however do not seem to mind. They are used to it. Many are awake until 11 or 12 at night finishing their studies, then awake at 7 or 8 am to start it all over again. Many have school on Saturday. But when everyone else does it, and you have been doing it since .. forever, it’s not a big deal. Korea spends more money per capita on education than anywhere else. The US has a long way to go in this regard.
Our school put on a full scale play last Thursday for the parents and families of the students. The students learned songs and dances in English, and they did a tremendous job. I played the roll of a Great Big Enormous Turnip in the second act. In total the play lasted about 75 minutes and was quite an amazing production. The teachers worked very hard to get the students ready, and again, everyone did a great job. I will work on putting together a YouTube account so I can post some videos of the event.
This is Rainbow Class. They are all about 6 years old.
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- “Foreign Teachers”
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- This is Rainbow Class. They are all about 6 years old.
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- Sunshine class. Julie the Big Eater is on the left. Then Timbo, Timmy and Frank.
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- Wisdom class. I dont teach them but the outfits are photo worthy.
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- Rainbow class.
Nice pix. So you really are teaching over there. Those are long school days, must be part of the why they are taking over in many aspects of american culture. Education is the key. Keep us posted on the utube. Love ya,
By: ASheri on February 7, 2010
at 2:48 pm
FINALLY!!!! How adorable!!! Now I know this is legitimate!! Made my day seeing those sweet smiling faces! I cannot wait to show today’s post to Angella! You must be having a ball!!!! A big turnip? Now that is funny!
Enjoy! AP
By: Aunt Pam on February 8, 2010
at 2:01 am
Kevin, I always believed you were actually teaching kids english and not just on some sojourn through korea
By: steve on February 8, 2010
at 3:08 pm
Sweet photos. Do you wear a suit every day? and a tie?? Teaching really is a profession there. Classic. You look excellent.
You as a giant turnip sounds like a great profile pic.
I think I am getting the hang of this site. It has been a real adventure thus far. As soon as I think I am finished with your latest I find a new little pod of entries, sort of like buzzing through a bee hive honey comb.
Keep informing us, I love hearing all about your days and excursions. Simple as a trip to the grocery but in your life it is a true adventure. Love it!
love ya,
By: Teri Irvin on February 14, 2010
at 1:35 am