Author: Jim Damico

We had our first English teaching practicum at Bang Mae Mai primary school. We would pair up, one teaching while the other one observes. It was a good day.

Thai Day was when we got to learn more about Thai culture, specifically dance and music. And food! The volunteers put on some “American” performances too.

My host father took my host sister and me to an Alligator Show near their house. It was kind of a “Harlem Globetrotters” version if they trained alligators.

Don Chedi is like a “state fair” x 100. But the centerpiece was the theatrical presentation, complete with army battles with elephants throwing bodies around.

Some pictures from a typical day for Education trainees – Thai language in the morning, ride to the hub for more training, then ride back home.

On Saturday, we met our host families. We’re divided into about 4-5 groups throughout the area. We will live with our host families for the next 8 weeks.

For me, this was the best day – getting our mountain bikes. I love riding and when I heard we “had” to ride in Thailand, I was almost in heaven.

We arrived at our hotel where we will stay for the next week as we get oriented. We had a special welcome ceremony followed by a party. Fun had by all!