We made our first visit to a local school, and it was a special school at that. The Ethnic Minority HIgh School is one of a kind. It caters to studentsof the northern ethnic groups from the remote mountain regions. While they learn the necessary requirements, they are also encouraged to practice their own cultural traditions. We were the audience for a performance by a handful of groups; singing and dancing, storytelling and more, were put before us with heart and great skill. To say we were impressed is an understatement.
We were also able to sit in a few classes and noted the similarities and differences of our classrooms and theirs. One simple difference is the size of the classes, between 40-50, and the behavior of those numbers: not a peep unless the teacher directed it. Discipline is not an issue (or, it's not as major an issue as we often address at home).
It was a terrific experience for all involved.
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