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Prom and Jazz Trip to Reno
The Prom Dance at your high school was on the first Saturday in April and was an unforgettable event full of glitz and glamor. The hall was magnificently decorated with... keep reading
Spring in Germany
I still distinctly remember the day I sat down to spend hours reading all of the CIEE blogs from last year’s participants. It was so exciting to imagine spending a... keep reading
Midyear Reflection
First of all, I’d like to apologize for the amount of time it took me to get back to writing. As many other bloggers have previously mentioned, the exhaustion of... keep reading
Back to School
This was how my first day of school in Germany as a 10th grader unfolded. It sure was an eventful day and exhausting at moments, but I genuinely found myself having a good time. Jump in with me and I'll explain what made it so memorable.
Lost in a new world: my unforgettable adventure in an American high school
Beginning my adventure in an American high school, I had to choose my classes and meet friendly new faces. From picking courses to joining the tennis team, my experience was full of surprises and the happiness of embracing a different culture. Overcoming language worries and getting involved in school activities, I've learned to enjoy every moment of my unforgettable year abroad.
My first months in American high school
Over the past few months, I’ve been living my dream life as an American high school student. It’s been exciting, even though there is definitely a challenging part to it... keep reading
My life in my new highschool!
My life at my new institute is different. And I mean that in the best of ways. Studying at an American institute is an incredible experience. Choosing from all types... keep reading
From Germany to the United States, my first Months in the USA
On August 1st, the time had finally come - my adventure began. A group flight took me and my fellow travelers from Frankfurt to Washington, D.C. We spent the first... keep reading
From Germany to USA- What was the first impression of life and High School like
Life in the States is quite different but also similar to Germany. So let’s see…
Settling in
It’s nearing the end of September. The air is finally starting to become colder and crisper. And it’s nearing the two-month mark of being in Germany. Settling in has been... keep reading
Dorf Life
You may be asking yourself, “What is Dorf life?” This is what it is called when you live in a small village in Germany. In my time in Germany, I... keep reading
The Feelings of Saying Goodbye to a New Hello
As I will soon be switching host families, I felt it would be important to share how I feel about leaving my original Host community. Although I have had very... keep reading
Playing a Sport
Playing a sport in Germany can really help you integrate into your host community. I found that this was an easy way to meet people and make friends outside of... keep reading