Life at AVA

Hi there!
We have been having some internet difficulties here, which is one of the reasons why I have been slow to update this blog. I do not have any pictures right now, but thought I would write a little bit.

This week was the beginning of school at Amazon Valley Academy (AVA). It is a Christian International school that started out (from what I understand) as a school for missionary kids, but now it is becoming more of a school focused on teaching Brazilian kids in English. The atmosphere of the school is very unique, and the small-ness of the school adds a closeness amongst the students.

I am working in the high school history classes, 7-8 World History, 9-10 Geography, and 11-12 American History. This week has been a lot of observing and getting to know the students.

So far I am loving living in Brazil, loving the Brazilian family (of both Americans and Brazilians) God has placed around me, and am looking forward to the challenges I know will come to me in the classroom.

Thanks so much again for the prayers! I do not know what I would do without you all! I will post pictures soon! (I hope).

In Christs view,

Julia