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German Exchange Students
On Monday 15th of September, Colston’s Girls had the honour of receiving
some German exchange students for the day. Athea Stack, Gabby Armstrong
and Alanna Spencer-Weare and I volunteered to show the students around our
school for the first half of the day. The three girls were called Ines, Bianca and
Sarah. They were all 15, like us, and they shared a lot about their culture and
home life with us. This included things like school and their social lives. They
really liked our school, especially as it was a lot bigger than their own school
and they thought our uniforms made us look smart and promoted equality.
Overall, the day was fantastic. I made some new friends to practise German
with, and everyone felt it was a valuable experience.
-Shadia Khan, 11R
German Sweet Sale
On European Languages Day, 26th September, we had a German sweet sale in the Old
Dining Room and in the New Build to promote the German Department. We sold
sweets such as Moaom, Kinder, Haribos and Fritt which are native to Germany. It was
extremely popular and was completely sold out within around 10 minutes! I really
enjoyed experiencing German culture and food!
-Miala de Burca, 10T
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Year 8 and 9 German Trip
On the 20th November we walked to town to visit Bristol’s German Christmas
market. I had really good fun because I learned lots of new things such as the food
they eat in Germany and lots of new words. I also learnt how they celebrate
Christmas in Germany, it’s very similar to how we celebrate it here. When I was
there I ate churros, small doughnuts, marshmallows and a Krakauer. Overall I think
the Christmas market was a great experience to try new foods and drinks and also
to see how German people celebrate Christmas.
-Ellouise Challenger 8B
On Thursday 20th November we all walked down to the German market (it was
quite cold but luckily not raining!). We walked around in groups to the different
stalls with interesting stock! I had lots to eat: mini pancakes with Oreos; hot
chocolate and Pommes mit Ketchup (chips with ketchup). I am very happy that we
had the opportunity to go and have a taste of the German culture, whilst still in
Bristol!
-Tahini Brown 8F
On Thursday 20th November we all walked into town and it was extremely cold!
We strolled up and down the stores then we found a German ‘Little pancake and
waffle’ store (Waffeln). It smelt extremely good. They made the pancakes by frying
them, then adding marshmallows. They were ‘sehr lecker’! Then we went for a hot
chocolate and sat in the tall balcony. I was still hungry so I decided to get a German
Bratwurst (fried sausage). It took me ages to eat so I had to take it back with me.
-Drew Worthington 8F
On 20th November Year 8 and Year 9 went to the German market for the
afternoon. When we got to the market we were given a booklet to fill in. We all
visited the stalls and answered some of the questions as we were exploring. We
found out that some of the shop-owners were from Germany. It was a fun
afternoon whilst we learned about how Germany celebrates Christmas, and what is
eaten.
-Ikram Hassan 9C
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Enrichment
Mondays:
Year 10-13
Beginners
Ancient Greek
MB4, KS3
Spanish Club
MB5,Year 7
Russian Club
MB5.
Tuesdays:
KS4 Language
Scholars and
GCSE French
Clinic MB5
Wednesdays:
GCSE Spanish
Clinic LG2, MFL
Film Club MB5,
GCSE French
Conversation
Club, KS3 Latin
club MB4
Thursdays:
Year11-13
Spanish Film
Club MB5, years
8-11 German
Club entering
the German
Olympiad
competition,
Fridays:
A level Spanish
Clinic LG2, 6th
Form Oxbridge
Club MB4,Year
7-9 Language
Scholars MB5,
Year 7 Spelling
Bee club MB5,
NEW! KS4 and
5 Italian club.
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Love Language!
European Day of Languages
As per usual European Day of Languages was a roaring
success, the highlight of the year. The language scholars
conducted exciting language assemblies. The rest of the year
groups really appreciated this, as they were able to expand
their knowledge of other cultures. Students embraced the
linguistic opportunities on offer with an open mind, and
engaged wholeheartedly in edifying activities. These included
savouring foreign cuisine in the dining hall and conversing
with teachers about their language achievements. Students in
the lower years received booklets with intriguing
information, educating them on foreign cultures. Mrs Tew
became something of a celebrity with her impressive talents,
being able to speak multiple languages throughout the day.
Language scholars sported their ‘I AM A CGS LANGUAGE
SCHOLAR’ T-shirts on which they received many
compliments. Girls were able to purchase tantalising German
sweets at break, making the day even more enjoyable.
Overall, the day was one of joyous celebration for the
department of languages at CGS, reflecting our interest in
languages as a school.
-Katy Cartlidge and Jasmine Knapman, 10P
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Teachers Speaking Different Languages!
European Day of Languages was on Friday 26th September earlier this year. Every
year, the school hosts a competition between teachers to see who can
incorporate the most foreign languages into their lessons on that day. Mrs Tew previous champion from 2012 - excelled in this challenge and as the dutiful
language scholars we are, we interviewed her about this. Here are our findings:
Mrs Tew spoke a range of languages including French, German and Mauritian
Creole. Here is a short extract of her explaining her experiences on this day,
'I greeted everyone at the door in a foreign language (French or German), then
we did the register in French or German, then I tried to give simple instructions
about the lesson in French and/or German e.g. "Silence les filles!" "Ecoutez
attentivement, ne parlez plus!" or "Wir brauchen jetzt unsere Bücher and Hefte"
or I would try to explain some Science in a different language (but that would
usually be met by some resistance by half the class who could not understand, as
they did not do French or German.)'
She said that she had 'lots of fun' and next year she may devise a worksheet in
French or German as she has 'a real passion for languages'. However, when asked
about her future plans she was very reluctant to disclose any information (we
think she's trying to hide her tactics from her close competitor, Mr Davies).
-Caprice E M and Emily Brown, 11S
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Year 8 and 9 German Club
Starting from 11th September during prep time 14 year eight and nine students
have met to improve their German and learn about German culture. The first day of
German club Frau Donovan put us into groups to answer a quiz with 20 questions.
We had to work as a team to get most questions correct. At the end of German
club we were handed out badges and sweets. So far we have read and performed
the 3 Little Pigs in German (die drei kleine Schweinchen). We are now writing our
own scripts to perform a German puppet show. The story must be based on a
German Fairytale.
-Arzu Mete, 9L
Russian Club
Russian Club is on Mondays in enrichment. Since the day we started we've learnt:
Numbers 1-15, how to say my name, how to say hello, animals and a bit of Russian
history. We learnt it all very easily, not just because Russian as a language is generally
easy, because of the way we learnt. Miss Phillips always makes it fun -such as playing
bingo and having little competitions. Also, Russian pupils volunteer to take Miss
Phillips’ place if she is unfortunately ill so we always can learn and enjoy Russian every
single week. I think it's a very good enrichment and will always be.
-Maman Naeem and Lucy Lau, 7H
If you have any contributions for the next Love Languages newsletter, please
email them to the editors Molly Whitworth and Miala de Burca.
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Every Monday, in enrichment, I go to Ancient Greek. In Ancient Greek, we learn
the alphabet, some common vocabulary, some simple conjugative verbs and
currently we are watching a film called The Odyssey. It’s action-packed but also
funny. I would fully recommend both going to Greek club or watching The
Odyssey.
-Miala de Burca 10T
Spanish Clinic
I attend Spanish clinic, every Wednesday in enrichment. In Spanish clinic we are
given the chance to revise work we are currently doing, in a relaxed atmosphere.
We are given worksheets and textbooks and are allowed to go over work we find
difficult with the help of Señor Martin. I think it is a really great opportunity to
practice my language skills and I am able to receive all the help I need.
-Mia Tait 10T