7/4
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| GJA Students preparing to walk in the parade in their hachimaki and happi |
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| GJA Students singing songs in Japanese and waving to spectators during the parade |
Yesterday, the Academy participated in Ashland’s
Independence Day Parade. Students sang and greeted all the crowds with smiles
and our group’s favorite word, yahhou! Afterword, we all hung out at the
carnival. Some enjoyed crepes while others sipped on strawberry lemonade. Last
night, the sensei called us all outside for what was listed on our schedule as
“Rajio Taiso Part 2”. Lawless sensei had described to us how difficult it was
the night before. Nervously, we all lined up and tried to mimic Otani Sensei’s complex
movements. To our relief, it was all a prank! Sakamaki
Sensei can out with all the ingredients for s’mores. The students celebrated
the Fourth of July with s’mores, dancing, and some casual sports games.
Today (7/5), we started our weekend with language class. The advanced class practiced shodo, while the beginners learned vocabulary and practiced their song for the closing ceremony. Later tonight, we will be enjoying our second movie night!
- Lindsey
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| GJA Students blowing bubbles, dancing and celebrating Independence Day |
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