October 5th and 6th ,
If their is to be said to describe the past two days... It would be life changing! On October 5th, we went to Strasbourg, France and we took an amazing boat tour ! We listened to audio books while on the boat ride , to understand how Strasbourg was found and how many years it took to develop such a beautiful city. Then we all expericenced the most amazing Cathedral know to man! It was huge and the interior was just extravagant and elegant. Huge and decorative stained glass windows with angels flowing through the church as if you were living with them ! Some students were able to walk their way up to the top of the tower and experience the beautiful views of Strasbourg,France.
On October 6th, Reading High Students took a German language course with Inge and we went on a small tour through the city of Reutligen. Then we took some drumming lessons and made beautiful music with our German partners. Parents, just a couple more days left until you will see your child again. Most students are already feeling homesick and can't wait to get back home. Others want to stay lol.

October 4th

Guten Tag! Today Reading High Students and their German partners went to Tubingen,Germany! Where they visited the D.A.I. ( German-American Institute) for an intercultural workshop. In the workshop, Reading High Students were able to express their opinions on what is important in life and as well the Germans did the same. We also did "intercultural speed dating ". This was probably the most fun part because we all had 1 minute to go around the room and tell different people a little about us. After the workshop, we took a boat ride down a river that was close to the D.A.I.  Wesley, Maria , Elizabeth, Brittany, and Jeffrey took charge and guided the boats themselves ! Then we all hit the city of Tubigen and saw the different stores and even ate at some of their delicious restaurants. Overall, a very great day and all students were satisfied that they were able to learn something new about the German culture and some Germans were even surprised what they learned from the Americans

Gio...

Guten Tag!!! Tomorrow Reading High Students will reconnect after an adventurous 3 day weekend with their partner and their amazing family! We will be taking a trip to Tubingen, Germany and will be receiving a Tour of the German-American Institute! Parents, please relax and take a breather, all students are fine and have been enjoying this life changing experience. I know it must be hard not having your child at home, but just know we have one more week left and we will all have some great stories to share upon our return! Real friendships have been made this past week and it's such a beautiful thing. No student has caused a problem, for we have been representing our school with honor and respect , for we are #RSDProud!

Reading High Students continue their German experience with their families. Each student sets off on their own personal journey and tour around different parts of the country. Places such as Stuttgart, Germany, where a huge Carnival is taking place. It is even more huge than Dorney Park! Also, Reading High Students have been just taking walks around Reutligen, itself, where there are many stores, bakeries, and even libraries. If there is one thing students love about Germany, besides the chocolate, is Germany's amazing views and open land. We have to travel by foot a long way to experience these views, but the journey is all worth it. Germany is one of the most beautiful and most peaceful places in the world and I can already say that all Reading High Students that are attending this year, are planning to come back sometime in the near future!

 

Live from Gio -

Reading High School students have been having an amazing time and experiencing new things, such as food and culture. Yesterday, we visited a German Museum, where we made our own posters and learned some of ways of art! German students are currently with their partners and going to castles and different parts of Germany. This upcoming Tuesday , students will rejoin and continue activities as a group. ...

Aside note - The museum the students visited was the Spendhaus which focuses primarily on print media. Students often have a tour and an art making workshop including the opportunity to use a wonderfully old hand press. (https://www.reutlingen.de/kunstmuseum)

Monday is a national holiday celebrating the reunification of Germany as a country. Most students will enjoy a long weekend with their families.

Arrival

All students accounted for- and feet on German ground!

It's the final countdown...

This morning, American students did their best to describe life as an American teen as well as the American school system at "Rent an American Day."  During this program, teachers at the three German schools were given the opportunity to have an American student lead a class discussion.  Stephanie had the best experience--she had to fight off a group of 9th grade boys that refused to give up on the chance of having her as their speaker. 
After "Rent an American Day," students baked.  Yes, you read that right--THEY BAKED.  So all the parents that are reading this, your child's excuses for not being able to cook will not work after this trip.  We met at the Berger Bakery where students made pretzels, a giant pizza, and animal-shaped pretzels.  Oh man, the skills!  There was dinosaurs, snails, a pineapple, some hedgehogs, a butterfly, Mr. George Washington and many more! After the baking, everyone was able to enjoy (and take with them) the pretzels, pizza, and animals!