The official reception at La Mairie on Wednesday night went very well. Rebecca and Brayden spoke beautifully and were commended by a number of French parents and teachers. The dinner back at Notre Dame was, as expected, fantastique! The photos speak for themselves. Thanks to Chelsea for these ones.
Our day at Montmartre started with a visit of Sacre Coeur. It is certainly a most impressive sight, and (most of) our boys and girls enjoyed having a look inside. They are a bit strict on the dress requirements. Poor Lauren Pinney was not allowed to enter as her shorts were considered too short and inappropriate! I thought they were fine (I don't know how Chelsea got in...) Anyway, it was a good thing that Lauren had already visited Sacre Coeur with her family a couple of years ago. She and I spent some time exploring until the others came out. I hope that our students remember this when we visit Notre Dame de Paris next week!
From Sacre Coeur, we went to La Place du Tertre (look it up.) We had a team meeting and agreed to spend the next three hours exploring Montmartre, having lunch and shopping. The students had been asking if there would be more time for shopping so they were very happy. From our meeting point at the Carousel du Sacre Coeur, we strolled down the Boulevard de Clichy to the Moulin Rouge. Photo opportunities abounded.
It got to 33 degrees today and was very humid but we survived! It was certainly better than rain.
Mr and Mrs Johnston spent the day with us again and had a lovely time. Mr Johnston spoke with the students before we went home and complimented them on their demeanour and enthusiasm. He was very proud of them.
We now look forward to a four-day weekend with our families. Oh la la! I have heard that there are lots of exciting things planned...
On Tuesday morning, we have an early start for our trip to the Loire Valley - 6:45am!
A mardi!