Opening Ceremony + Phonics + Grammar

Our English Center opening ceremony was held today. Parents, students, and some faculty attended. Enough balloons adorn the stage that it looked like a bridal shower, or a young one's birthday. It was very professional and looked expensive.

We seem to have been reprimanded after each previous opening ceremony for not being ceremonious enough. I suggested a marching band, balloons, and offering to swing by the train station to pick up extras for our audience. Apparently they liked the idea of the balloons. There were floral arrangements too, and balloons in the the shape of floral arrangements.

Today also starts our Phonics and Grammar course. My co-teacher an I are teaching this as a volunteer service. Parents wanted some extra prep courses for their kids that they would be better ready for the demands of middle school.