Yesterday we had a chance to visit 2 public schools. Today we got to meet our host teacher, Rufo, and visit Jose Rizal University High School for the first time. I think that what I am about to show you will leave a trace in your heart, like it did in mine :)
Have you ever studied at a school like this one? Here the doors are always open, the campus is covered in flowers and other exotic plants, and the balconies are the hallways.
Have you ever studied in a class or taught a class of 45 students?
What would your daily life be like with only a fan and open windows for air conditioning on a hot day?
Have you ever been greeted like this? As we entered Makati Math and Science High School students sang to us and presented each of us with a beautiful rose.
We are famous in Jose Rizal High School even before our arrival. This banner is posted in the main hallway.
The hospitality of the Philippine people has no limits. Everywhere we go there are flowers, songs and dances in our honor, gifts and an abundance of delicious food. I don't know what can possibly top this amazingly touching experience.