It has wonderful having students from Takada High School joining us at Parade College as part of our exchange program. Below is an account from one of the students visiting the College.

I am part of the student group visiting from Takada Gakuen in Tsu, Japan. Although we have only been here for a week, so much has happened since our 5.30am arrival in Melbourne last Saturday, it feels we have been visiting Parade for significantly longer!

Between making new friends, getting used to the different school days and trying different foods, we have experienced so many new things in Australia.

Many different things have left deep impressions on our group. The way students are often asked to give opinions in class is very different to Japan. The historical buildings and different shops in the city were also particularly interesting. Changed eating habits were also notable. Fish and chips, croissants, potato pancakes and vegemite, though not all in the one meal, has made for a real food adventure.

Lastly, the generosity and kindness of the families hosting our students is deeply appreciated. We look forward to sharing Japanese culture with Parade students and teachers when they visit us in September.

Vishal