We have settled well into farm life in Creemore. Winter has been a steep learning curve but we feel so empowered by the fact that we have conquered it. Creemore is on the snowmelt so we have had a lot of snow storms and snow days to follow. My boys have loved that. We have skied and snowboarded our little legs off and have started to travel around now that the snow is all but gone. Been to Ottawa Winterlude, Niagara Falls and Toronto.
Julian is loving Collingwood Collegiate. He likes the staff, his classes and the vibe of the place. He is finding it a really positive experience and we have talked of a lot of ideas that we can both take back to improve our schools in Australia.
I think that we were really lucky to get this placement. The towns and people are wonderful. Our boys took a little while to settle into school but now they are happy. I’m trying to find a job. Teaching has not opened many doors so I am about to hit the pavement and see if something can come up.
Our house is great... It is so much bigger than the photos suggested.
We have tapped the maple trees and have other Australian families coming to stay at ours for the weekend to make the syrup and catch up for Easter.
It’s been a great experience so far. Looking forward to what spring and summer might bring.
Julian and Annette White From Xavier Catholic College, Skennars Head exchanged to Collingwood Collegiate Institute, Collingwood.
Interested in a exchange contact helen@ieu.asn.au