So far, everything has gone smoothly in Melbourne. I have settled in very nicely and everyone here is very welcoming. I have been having a little trouble getting out of summer mode; however, I am on task and have caught up to the level that everyone is at in school. Carey Grammar School is very similar to LCC. They use computers and seem to have the same learning environment, but LCC does incorporate more technology into the curriculum.

My exchange family is very nice and I have met almost all of their family. They have taken me driving around the city to get a little glimpse of Melbourne. They have also taken me to Healseville Sanctuary where I saw koalas and petted a wallaby. I have been to the local beach (St-Kilda), the local amusement park (Luna Park) and city shopping. They have also organized a trip see a game of Aussie Rules and Wicked, a trip to Phillips Island and as well as a trip to Sydney for a week!

I am so excited to do all that they have planned and so far I love Melbourne. The views are extraordinary! Morgan Folkerson ’16