A Picnic for the English Teachers – Deshi Style!
Posted by Angela Jacobus on December 30th, 2012A few weeks ago, our students did something unexpectedly delightful; they took it upon themselves to plan a picnic for us!
Now, picnics in Bangladesh are quite different from picnics back home. From the activities to the food to the clothing, it was a whole new experience for me, and so much fun!
Mostly, though, I was impressed by all the thought and organization our students put into the event. They took the initiative and planned every detail, including a colorful tent, music, lovely tableware, delicious food and a cricket match. Honestly, it was more like a catered garden party than a picnic.
The best part: We really got to see our students shine and put their English and hospitality training to use. I can’t wait to see how they perform when they interact with Panigram’s guests!
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- Some of our students looking radiant in their finest clothes.
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- Picnic cooking, Bangladeshi style.
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- First, the men serve lunch to the women.
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- Next, the women serve lunch to the men.
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- At the end of the day, our cheeks hurt from smiling for many, many, many mobile phone photos.
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- We finished the picnic with a group game that inspired lots of laughter.
What celebration would be complete without a silly group photo?
