This term, Concordia College has welcomed five German Exchange students (Matthias, Cora, Leni, Lya and Annika). They come from the State of Bavaria, and are being hosted by Year 11 students. They are enjoying the opportunity to take part in a range of different subjects, including Legal Studies; Media; Design, Technology and Engineering; and Sport Science. Their weekends have included trips to the beach and the river to try surfing, knee boarding and tubing. The students have seen koalas in the wild, and they have enjoyed their first tastes of food such as Tim Tams and Yo-Chi. At the end of this year, the Australian host students will travel to Germany to stay with their exchange partners and experience the magic of a European Christmas. The Year 11s have also welcomed Ana, a short-term international student from Germany. Ana is also enjoying the opportunity to experience Australian culture and try new subjects. We look forward to inviting the students to visit the Primary School and Middle School German classes later this term.

Judy Harris
Year 11 Leader and German Exchange Coordinator