This morning we were welcomed to Harmony Primary School with songs, smiling faces, and delicious food. Although Harmony Park is situated in a rather affluent residential area, most of the students live in nearby townships. During my visit to Harmony Park, I participated in Ms. Chapatso’s Grade 7 Life Orientation class. The Life Orientation curriculum is designed to help the students develop socially, personally, intellectually, and emotionally. In Grade 7, some of the topics covered include nutrition, fitness, study skills, time management, and human rights. When I entered the classroom, the students were working in groups discussing difficult issues such as suicide, child abuse, and domestic violence. The students asked me a number of questions about life in the United States and wondered if we have the same social problems as South Africa. I was impressed
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