I am writing from a computer lab in my school, Hipolito, in Chitre, Panama. I have been here for almost 3 weeks and have one month of classes left. It has been a challenging, broadening, delightful, infuriating, and incredibly fun experience. The school is disorganized to say the least, and the English teachers here barely know English. I am enamored with my host family, Ramiro and Ana Serrano with daughters Dayana and Kristley (and a son attending the University in Panama). There are 12 other volunteers in the Azuero province and two others in Chitre. I teach from 7:30 to 12:30, roughly, each day. And starting today I have adult classes Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 2. Living in Panama is hot but wonderful. Teaching elementary English… I´m grateful for the experience but would not choose to do this again.
Chitre, Panama 2008 (Jun 12-July 31)
18 months ago
