Monday June 26

​We began our day by packing for our homestays. We had an orientation where we learned what to do in certain situations we might encounter at our homes. Later we had a “closing ceremony” where leaders of the school spoke and gave their thanks for our participation in the program. Because all of the students were so passionate about the ukulele and ultimate Frisbee, Lorelle and Tolu gifted a ukulele and Frisbees to the school. We said our goodbyes to the students and headed off to Karatu.
            Once we arrived at the Tumaini Junior School in Karatu, we waited for our homestay families to show up. While waiting, some students played basketball. As the families started showing up, we had a quick introduction. After our introduction, we took off for our homes. Some homestays were further than others, ranging from 5 minutes walking to 40 minutes. At our homes, people played card games, talked, had dinner or ventured around the neighborhood.
 -Camila and Gabriel