Parent-Teacher Conferences went well this past Thursday. I saw 7 mothers, and I was able to talk to one child's mother who I definitely needed to talk to (he got into a fight with another student Monday). We discussed through a translator their grades, participation in class, and suggestions for improvement. For one student I need to find some books that might help him become a more confident reader and speaker, so any suggestions would be wonderful. Keep in mind that although he's about 10 or so, he's still learning English so I don't think some of the amazing chapter books out there would be for him. Would love for him to get to that point, though!
On Saturday I met up with Sean, my friend from high school who's teaching just outside of Seoul for lunch and to check out the Olympic Park. Beautiful place! Definitely bigger than the Atlanta Centennial Park, and perhaps a little cooler... Of course, I really think the last time I was in Centennial Park was the 90s, so perhaps it's changed since then.
Today Sean and I met again in his area, Seongnam, to hike Namhansanseong, one of the popular mountains to go hiking. I think this might be the reason why you see very few overweight Koreans. There were some serious hills... and a serious workout. I should've taken pictures of the crazy steps we went up, but I was more concerned with making it up there. Haha Definitely got to put my new running trail shoes to good use. Below are a few photos from this weekend.
Seoul Olympic Park
Beautiful Walking Area -- Might be one of my favorite photos
My attempt at the infamous Korean photo pose
Beautiful views from the top
Fortress waiting for us near the top
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