Eighteen German language students from Whitewater High spent two weeks this summer in Oschersleben, Germany, where they lived with host families, toured local businesses and and visited historical places of interest. They also visited their partner school, which had sent exchange students to Whitewater High this past school year, and conducted English lessons for the students on different aspects of the American way of life. While the students were teaching English, teacher Patrick Wallace was invited by two professors at Paderborn University to give a lecture about Whitewater High and the Fayette County school system. He also visited two elementary schools, St. Martin Grundeschule in Oschersleben and Montessori Grundeschule in Groalsleben. At Oschersleben, Wallace reconnected with some of the interns who helped him with German instruction at Whitewater High this past school year, as well as some former exchange students. "They told me how much their experiences in Georgia impacted their lives, and all have fond memories of their time in our great state," Wallace said.
About the Author
