Last Class and Celebration

Our last class of Language Bridges was a perfect end to a wonderful program. During our last class we decided to sit in a circle and talk about what we had learned from Language Bridges, what the learners liked and would like to see changed in the program. The only things that the learners would have liked to see different in the program was more frequent classes and an advanced class which they could sign up for next time. Other than that, the learners loved the program and were really happy that they had joined the program and were able to be a part of an experience from which they had benefited greatly. It was really nice sitting in the circle with our learners and making jokes with them and talking about whatever came to mind; it felt like we had all become friends, and that it was just another day hanging out with them. It was sad to know that it was the last class that we would see the learners but at least we had the celebration to look forward to. When it comes to the celebration, I think it was amazing. All the learners were so excited to receive their certificates which I feel they have all earned and really deserve. It is not easy to learn a new language and I feel that the learners did an amazing job for the quick 8 week program. Singing Wavin' Flag as a group was really cool, it was nice to see all the practice pay off, when all the learners started to sing and wave their nations flags. I could really feel the enthusiasm in the room and the pride which the learners had. Overall, I think that the Language Bridges program is incredible and I would love to see it continue for years to come and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested.