AmeriSpan volunteer Glenn A. has finished up his week of cultural classes and is preparing for his teaching placement as he settles in with his host family. Our school director writes:

"Glenn/"Ganesh" is working at Bishwa Shiksha Sadan in Maijubahal, Chabahil, Kathmandu. He moved to his placement site on Sunday. He is staying with the family of Principal. They have a joint family with 13 members. It will be a good experience for him. He came back to see us  and collect his laundry yesterday.

It seems he is enjoying his time over there. We will send you the update once in a while, and will be checking in with him from time to time – we'll go and observe his classes as well. He's been taking an average of 4 to 5 classes a day!"

Due to unreliable internet connection, Glenn A.'s family is forwarding us select emails and has given us permission to reprint these so we can share on our blog.

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"On Monday, February 21, Glenn ("Ganesh") had language in the morning and then went to Patan Durbar Square, Golden Temple and Kumbheshwor on a historical and cultural orientation tour. He had typical Newari food for lunch in Patan. After that, he observed a typical marriage ceremony.

On February 22, he had language in the morning and then attended a lecture on religion and culture  before his lunch break. After the lunch break, he went on a scavenger hunt! He had to buy some local items at a nearby market using local transportation. He very much enjoyed it and felt very independent – it really helped build his confidence. Yesterday, he had language in the morning and then he had another orientation tour to Bouddhnath and Pashupatinath. Today, he spent the day at a local school to visit and practice teaching."

Due to unreliable internet connection, Glenn A.'s family is forwarding us select emails and has given us permission to reprint these so we can share on our blog.

Learn more about AmeriSpan's Volunteer programs