Trip to Germany written by Mari-Liis

The bus station in Werther

It was my second time to take part of the student exchange in Werther, but it is always good to go back.

On Wednesday we started our trip from Kanepi at 8.30.  We drove by bus to Riga international airport. Then we had some time to go to the shops and after that we had to go on the plane. The flight went really good. When we arrived to Werther, some Germans were already waiting us.

 I met my exchange student Franzi and her mother. After we arrived home, Franzi showed me my room and their house. In the evening we talked much and we had a lot of fun.

On Thursday we went to school by car and I had 5 lessons (German, Art and Biochemistry). Then we had lunch. We visited one museum and in the evening we went riding with Franzi.

On Friday we went to Bielefeld by bus. We had a tour with a guide in the old town. I had been there once but it was still great to see all these old buildings.  After the tour, we went to “Historical Museum Bielefeld”. There were a lot of different machines and I think it was quite boring for girls.

Also, we had some free time and me and my friends went to a Turkish restaurant. There was very good service and food was also delicious. The menu was only in german and it was difficult to understand what something means but one waiter helped us and everybody got what they wanted.

Our delicious food 

In the evening me, Merit, Laura, Franzi, Johanna and Mira went to a dance lesson. And after that I went to a party at Julian’s house with Franzi.

On Saturday we didn´t have to wake up too early. We went to Bielefeld to play football with the others. After this activity we were very hungry, so we went to some restaurant. We went to shopping because we wanted to buy some candies and sweets to our family and friends in Estonia.

In the evening we went at Darja’s place. We made pasta and after that played Wii. We sang and danced. We had a lot of fun.

Just Dance

On Sunday we had a lot of time in the morning. We talked, took some pictures and played the piano with Franzi. In the afternoon we went ice skating with the others. There were so many people and the time we spent there was awesome. We went to eat pizza. There was almost everybody who took part of the exchange. The evening was great.

Me and my host family

On Monday it was sad to go back to Estonia but it was nice to sleep on my lovely large comfortable bed again.  

I liked that in Werther and near it there were so many little hills in the background and it was very beautiful.

Trip to Germany written by Tauno

On 10-15 Frebuary we had a student exchange programme to Germany, Werther. From Kanepi we went to Riga International airport and from there to the city Bremen. The flight was quite interesting to me because it was my first time to fly a plane. We arrived to Werther quite late and the families were already waiting. The first night was a lot of fun they questioned me a lot so there was much to discuss about.

My family was typical German family they lived in a big house had a big back yard. My hosts name was Georg and he had 4 sisters and 1 brother and they all had children except the youngest one. They putted me to a top floor of their house and the whole floor was to myself. I had my own kitchen, bathroom and a lot of room. The family was very kind always telling me if I want something just ask.  

                                                                         My room

                                                        My hosts house in German

First night was the most strange because new surrounding and new people but it was quite usual we had a lovely dinner and then they asked me a lot of questions and that was it. The next day started very early like 6.30 in the morning we went to school by bus and we had 5 lessons and a museum visit. The school was quite interesting because the students showed a lot initiative in the lessons and for that they get grades. We also had a PE lesson what different from our lessons. We played every game differently. Later on after the lunch we went to a museum called Böckstiegel. 

On Friday we went to Bielefeld for a city tour. We saw a lot of old houses and a real old church. After the sights we went out eating in a Turkish restaurant where the waiter was very friendly he helped us to pick the food and made a table for us. and when the food was brought to our table the kind waiter made a selfi with us and the whole time in the restoraunt was a lot of fun. After the lunch we had a little time left to shop and then we went back to werther and from there back to the families. Later on there was a plan to go bowling with Paul Levin Lennart and Mairo but our german friends forgot to reservate the track for us so that plan was busted. Then we had an idea to go back to Georg's place and play some board games and so we did. Later on when everybody left we had dinner and again playd some games with Georg. 

                                                               Church in Bielefeld

On saturday we had to go to paly some ball games with the germans and it was a lot of fun we played football Estonia vs Germany and sadly the Germans lost that. Then we played badminton it was not that interesting but also interesting to play. After the sport event we went back to our families. At night we went out to eat in Bielefeld and it was my whole night.
Sunday what was the last day in Germany and to me maybe the most interesting day. in the morning we went to a car museum with Lennart, Mairo, Levin and Paul what was very interesting to see a lot of old cars collected into one building.

A car from the Museum

After that there was a birthday one of the grandchildren and everybody gadered at the house and had a little party for them. I was so amazed when all the broders, sisters and the grandchildren walked in there were like 25 people gadered to celeprate the nine-year-old boy's birthday. There may have had a lot of people but 3 out of them could speak English everybody else sopke only German. The whole birthday event was very intersting they asked from  me a lot of guestions and I can practise my English again. Later on we went to race karts and it was thrilling to compete with my friends. I finished at 6th place and the fastest was Mairo and then came the others. Then came the last dinner with my host family they  gave me some German gifts and it was nice. We stayed up quite late I talked with the partents. If I forgot to mention the parents only spoke Russian so again new experience to practise my russian language. At 5,30 in the morning was this adventure ower everybody were sad because they had to leav but it was such a good time in Germany. 
I cant wait when they come here next year so we can again see eachother.I think it was very interesting adventure to Germany and thank you Gemany and Peace out!!!  

Student's exchange by Tarmo

On 10-15th February there was a student’s exchange programme with Werther Evangelisches Gymnasium. We started our trip on Wednesday at 8.30 in our schoolyard. We travelled to Riga, because there was an airport. It was my first time flying a plane and it was very cool. Some people had problems with hearing after the landing but soon they recovered. We landed in Bremen and there was a guy and a bus waiting for us. When we arrived in Werther almost everybody was there waiting for us. I stepped out the bus and looked for my host(I had not seen him before). Then Karl-Rico’s host Klaus came to me and said that my host is late. Then we waited for him. About 15 minutes later my host Lukas arrived with his mother and everybody went home.

A view from the plane.

The next day was in school for everybody. I was tired and we almost missed the bus. Lukas and I spent almost the whole time with Karl-Rico and Klaus. The lessons were very funny. Lukas and Klaus were making fun of everybody, including teachers. It was funny to see their English teacher get mad at them. I was actually sad to leave the lessons because they were so much fun. After the lessons we went to Böckstiegel museum and learned some knowledge. After that Klaus and Lukas picked Rico and me and we went to our homes. Later at Lukas' house, we all played a match in a game of FIFA. Rico was the best and Klaus was very very bad at penalties.
Rico ruining my landscape pic.

In Friday every Estonian arrived at the cafeteria of the school. Then we jumped on a bus and travelled to Bielefeld. We arrived at Jahnplatz and made a bunch on selfies. Then the guide came and everyone was supposed to be quiet. The tour was long and and after that we had free time in Jahnplatz. We formed a group of 10 people and went to a restaurant called "Piro". The service in that restaurant was the best and the food was delicious. Tauno ordered meals to us all. After everybody was full of food the waiter did a selfie with us and we were happy. Then we went shopping and went to Werther by bus. In Werther Rico and I waited for our host for a long time. We were very mad but then we went to go-karts and we weren't mad anymore. It was my first time go-karting and it was very fun. After go-karting we all went home and everybody was tired.

    

Some church, food from restaurant "Piro", go-kart racing.

The next day was Saturday and we went to play football and badminton with Lukas. On the way to the sport centre we picked up Rico and Klaus. When we arrived at the destination a lot of Estonians were there with their hosts. We first played football and Estonia won. Then we played badminton and everybody had great time. The four of us went to Lukas' place to chill a bit. Then we drove to Bielefeld and visited some shops. We went to McDonald's because Lukas and Klaus were starving. The place was full of people and we went outside to eat. Then we went home again for some time. Then we drove near Bielefeld because there was an adventure park and we wanted to play some laser tag. We played for two rounds and I was last one in both of them. It was so frustrating because some teammates also shot me instead of opponents and the laser gun was with terrible aim. I yelled at a lot of people that time and was very angry. After laser tag everybody went home.

Laser tag crew and half a bottle of delicious Fritz-Kola.

Sunday was a day of chill and sleeping. I ate breakfast with the whole family and had great time. In about 3 o'clock Lukas and I met up with Klaus and Rico and drove to Werther to eat some pizza. A lot of Estonians with their hosts also came and it was very cool. When we were full of food we decided to go go-karting again. This time the track was empty and the four of us raced like mad people. Rico and I flipped Klaus's kart many times and he was sad. In the end Estonia won with Rico in first and I was in second place. I was sooo close to beating Rico and I got mad again. After the race Lukas' father picked us up and we all went home.

Monday was the last day. Everybody woke up early to send their guests to the bus. I woke early and ate breakfast. Then we drove to Werther to jump on a bus. Sadness was in the air because everybody was sad to leave Werther. The bus then started and everybody waved. The trip from Werther to Bremen was short for me because I was watching movies. We waited some time in the airport for our plane and then the flight started. This time two old ladies were in the way of the window and I was mad. When the plane arrived in Riga I felt that I was close to home. The bus stopped near a big supermarket. I was hungry and went with Rico to eat at McDonald's. Then my tummy was full and we went to see some shops. After shopping our trip to home continued. When we arrived at Estonian border we stopped at a gas station and everybody had internet in their cellphones again. When the toilet break was over, we continued our trip to home. My home was about 9 kilometres before Kanepi so I jumped off the bus and drove home. I was finally at home.

Blog entry by Darija

On 10-15 February we had student exchange with Werther Evangelisches Gymnasium from Germany. My host was Finja and she lives in Spenge, it’s a small borough near Werther.

I liked to fly a plane. The clouds were beautiful. When we landed, we still had to ride by bus around 2 hours to get to the Werther. There were waiting for us our host familys to get us to their place.

         

First evening was very great, we ate lasagna and introduced ourselves to each other. After that me and Finja watched an interesting German movie. We didn't even watch it till the end because we were both tired and went to bed.

On the second day we went to Werther Evangelisches Gymnasium to get an idea of their school and how they learn. I liked their school very much. It’s wide and spacious. The classes are 90 minutes long there and if they raise their hand, they have only one finger up. After school we went to Böckstiegel Museum. Guide gave us a tour and talked about his creations there. 

On the third day we went to Bielefield. We had a tour in the old city. I liked it a lot. The old buildings were interestingly designed. After the tour in old town we went to a local history museum. Unfortunately I felt a little bit sick and didn't see everything there. After that we have chance to shop in Bielefield, but everyone was hungry so we went to eat. We ate in restaurant ''Piro''. The portions were very big and delicious. After that I went to Finja's dance class. She dances ballet. In the evening me and Finja went to a party. There were a lot of estonians. It was nice to communicate more with other German people.

On the fourth day we played football and badminton with the majority exchange students. I liked football more. After that we went to Bielefield again. We went to eat and shopping. In the evening me, Finja, Mari-Liis and Anne. We made some food, played video games and sang all together. This evening was very great.

On the fifth day we didn't wake up early as always. We slept until twelve o'clock. We ate breakfast and got ready. We drived to Werther and there was a car waiting for us to drive to Bielefield skating. There were a lot of people and a little bit cold, but that's okay because it was so fun! The music was loud and everyone was happy straight after that we went to eat pizza, it was tasty. When the stomach was full we had to drive home and I had to pack my suitcase. I didn't want to do it at all. 

On the next morning we had to leave. It was so sad to say goodbye to my host family and the others with whom I had a good memories with. I can't wait for the next time I go to Germany. I really loved this place. 

Activities at the Student exchange by Karl-Rico

On 10-15 February we had student exchange with Werther Evangelisches Gymnasium from Germany. We went to Germany on Wednesday night at 19.00. We arrived at Werther local bus stop and our exchange students were already waiting for us to arrive. After we went home and they introduced me to their home. I got myself a private room soo I could've some privacy.

The name of my host was Klaus Schmidt and he acted exactly like me and he was really fun. At the very night we ordered some pizza and talked whole night to get to know eachother. 

On Thursday we went to school in the morning. We had to wake up at 6.30 in the morning, I was not used to it and I was really tired. The schoolday was really fun and different compared to lessons in our school. My host Klaus was always really tired and lazy, he didn't want to do any business with singing and he was just sitting the whole lesson. In English class Klaus asked the teacher some really awkward questions, but it was funny because he had exactly zero shame. The food in Werther school was really good and delicious but some of the students didn't like it. After eating we had a trip to some old art museum. I didn't like it there because it was really small and there wasn't enough air for me and I started to feel bad. Later on when we were walking back to school me and Tarmo's hosts  picked us up and did us a town tour. We went home to chill for a bit and after that we went to Lukas' place who was a host for my friend Tarmo. We played a football match in fifa. In final it was me and Klaus and I won by penalties. Klaus got really angry because it was his game and he was really good at this game. I told him that i haven't played this game but really I have this game at home too. I told him that later on and we laughed about it. 

 On Friday we went to Bielefeld and did a town tour. We did some amzing tourist photos and it was all fun and entertaining. Bielefeld old town was really beautiful and there was a lot of statues to see. After the tour we went to restaurant to eat. It was called ''Piro'' and it was Turkish restaurant. Our service was really good, the guy who was a waitress made a selfie with us and it was really fun. At the evening me and Tarmo went gokarting with our hosts. I was again the quickest one. We drove for half an hour and it was cheaper than in Estonia. After that we just went home to chill. 

After Gokarting

On Saturday we went to play football and badminton with other Estonians and Germans. We had a football match between Estonians and Germans but Estonia won. We got really tired of badminton and we started playing golf with badminton kit. It was really a great fun. After that we went to Lukas' place and we chilled for an hour. Then we went to bielefeldt and went shopping. Lukas and Klaus wanted to go to eat in McDonald's but there was no room so we went some restaurant and bought 1€ food and we ate McDonald's there. It was also really fun. After eating we went home for a bit and later that night we went to play lazertag. It was super awesome and it was like in a war movie but it was with electronic devices. Tarmo was last in both rounds. I was second at first round and sixth at second round. At first round some Klaus' friend won and Lukas won the second round. After the game we went home to chill.

Before lazertaging 

 

 

 

 On Sunday we woke up at 12 and we just chilled till 17 o'clock then we went to pizza restaurant with other germans and other estonians. After that we went gokarting with Tarmo, Klaus and Lukas. Me and Tarmo won. I was first and Tarmo was second so Estonia 1-0 Germany. After that we went home and just we just talked about everything with Klaus. He said that he's going to miss me and so will I. We went to sleep and we woke up at 4.30. We catched our buss at 5.30 and everyone's elses germans were waving to Estonians but mine and Tarmo's hosts were showing middle fingers. 
Our trip was super awesome.