An Interview of my Immigration from Little to Big Dalton
Because of our immigration unit this previous fall, our younger buddies from Little Dalton came to the upper school to interview us about our immigration from the little school to the big school. Our school is separated into two buildings K-3 (elementary school) in one building and 4-12 (middle and high school) in another. Because our first social studies unit this year was immigration, the teachers set it up so it’s like we are immigrants to the upper school. To support that idea, we had a citizenship celebration and were interviewed about our journey to the big school. Below is the interview we did:
Old Country
Can you tell me about something special to remind you of the First Program?
There are many things that remind me of First Program. I have old LDM issues, Native American Water Drum, etc. It’s really hard to single something out.
Is there anything else that you would like to tell me about your memories of the First Program?
I have very fond memories of my Kindergarten teacher. She retired 2006. I miss her tons!
Arrival
Where did you go when you first arrived and what was it like?
When we got there on our first day we went up to our classrooms and met our teacher. I already knew Ms. Edinger so it wasn’t that timid. Then we heard about our curriculum.
What did you think Big Dalton would be like? Was it what you expected? Why or why not?
It was pretty much what I expected, though I thought we’d see the high schoolers more than we do, which is good.
Is there anything else that you would like to tell me about your early days in Big Dalton? Especially things that might help me with my immigration to Big Dalton?
There’s nothing much to say except, at first it’s a bit overwhelming, but you get used to it.
New Country
What are the big differences between the First Program and Big Dalton?
The main difference is that everything is much bigger. The students and the facilities. We went back to visit your class at First Program and everything seemed mini.
What do you miss about Little Dalton?
The roofs. It’s a lot more confusing with Playstreet.
Is there anything else that you would like to tell me?
I miss First Program a lot but I’m enjoying my time at Big Dalton.