The day began with some words from Maria Fernanda, the English Area leader and Lilia, the Spanish Area leader. It was followed by some teachers’ plays that made us laugh:  First of all, an English play called “Wayside School” and then a play in Spanish called “El Mancebo que Casó con Moza Brava”. Even though it was a sunny day, everybody forgot the hot weather and started laughing. It was the best beginning for that wonderful day. Then we had a recess that was followed by the poetry contest. First it was the Spanish poetry contest and then the English one; but it didn’t matter if it was English or Spanish, everybody participated by listening or reciting; everybody felt something special with the poems. It was entertaining for the people who were watching because the people who recited left their feelings on the stage.

Then we had the Flag Raising ceremony. A poem was recited by Martha Helena Salcedo and another one by Nikola Pecjak. Next, recognitions were given to the winners in “Cosecha literaria”. After that we had some more plays recited by the teachers: one in English called “Grease”, which was a musical, and another one called “El Príncipe Saúl y la Niña Tulia”. It was funny because we, the students, saw the teachers dancing and acting in some plays and that is not something that you can see everyday. 

After lunch in Primary we had some plays prepared by the students. It was exciting to see our friends act as well.  In high school we had debates, both in English and Spanish. Then the day ended. It was a wonderful day, everybody participated and I think most of the people liked it. The Language Day shows us that languages are more than simple languages. They are communication tools that help us express our feelings. In conclusion, the Language Day is one of the most wonderful days of the school year.     

By: Juan Diego Manrique 5°