I woke up around midnight to the entire house shaking... an earthquake!! I just stayed in bed until it was over, but there was nothing to worry about... it was a small one.
Some of the students have already arrived, so I've had the chance to meet some of the freshmen I'll be teaching. I really enjoy playing volleyball with them each afternoon.
The classes I'll be teaching have changed a bit... here's the updated list of what I'll be doing:
Algebra I
General Science
English I
Physical Education I
Art
Intramurals/Coaching for the ISL Games
9th Grade Advising
Tutoring
I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed for my first time teaching, haha... so wish me luck and keep me in your prayers.
About Me
- Leah R. Francis
- Koror, Palau
- I recently graduated from Messiah College with a BS degree in Environmental Science. I'm a Palauan-American, but the last time I was in Palau was 21 years before and I've wanted to return for many years. I also wanted to do a year of service after college, and now I can do both. For one year I'll be serving as a voluntary missionary/teacher at Emmaus High School in Koror, Palau.
Rock Islands
Palau Pacific Resort
Melekeok
Hibiscus
Rock Island Sunset
Gecko in My Shower
Ngardmau Waterfall
Ngardmau Waterfall
Dolphin Pacific
FSM Day
Jellyfish Lake
Snorkeling
Rock Islands
Driftwood in Ngaraard
Hermit Crab
Hermit Crab
Ngaraard
Leah "Ngerium"
8 comments:
i wish i were there playing volleyball with your crazy face!!! you're gonna rock that teaching, they won't know what hit them ^_^
Hey Leah! It's Jay. Didn't get a chance to say bye before I left. Came across your blogg and I think it's really cool! Hang in there, it's overwhelming but I think your a pretty capable person. All the best and looking forward to more stories!
first of all i'm not midwest birder. that's false. i'm karen e. wilson and dang proud of it.
secondly, i miss you. a lot. i'm currently sitting in the fitzgerald's kitchen and missing you like crazy
thirdly, you should probably update this thing. i'll just end up worrying about your whereabouts and what crimes you are most likely committing.
well, i hope things are going well and you're not too stressed out. but you also need to come back soon. sean and i miss you. thanks.
you rock and I miss you... update this... i've added a link to my blog and now will check it !
Lowie
Hi,
I found your blog sometimes ago as it gave me most detail news of emmaus hight school which I graduated in 1987. Yeah long ago, I was originally from Taiwan and attend EHS for 4 years, first probably the only foringer at the time.
It was greatest 4 years of my life. Was your uncle Billy used to be the principal of Emmaus High School? He was the Principal of ehs when I was there.
Time flies...!!
Lin Shih
I taught at Emmaus from 1976-78--it was great to read your story. I have great memories of Billy and Theo also. I've been a teacher for over 30 years and got my start in Palau. It was a great experience for me.
Dick V
By the way--any Emmaus staff or alums from 1976-78--I'd love to hear from you!
Dick V
As always an excellent posting.The
way you write is awesome.Thanks. Adding more information will be more useful.
Bathmate
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