Student Spotlight #26: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Daniel B.

My name is Daniel Burge. I am 12 years old and I was born in New York. I speak English and I am learning Japanese.

I have two sisters, Hanna and Emma, and one brother named Alec. My mom is Japanese and my dad is American, so I am half Japanese and Half American.

I like to go outside and play basketball or soccer with my friends. I also like to play video games. My favorite movie is Star Wars, and I want to be a doctor when I grow up because my parents said so. One day I would like to travel to Asia.

One of my favorite memories from this year is today because it is snowing! It usually does not snow a lot in the area where I live.

Some things I would like to tell you about America is that is doesn't snow a lot in the south. We eat a lot of fast food. We spend 1/3 of our governments money on the military, and a lot of people are always complaining about something.

I am interested in learning about what Moroccans do as a hobby, and what their lifestyle is like.

Student Spotlight #25: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

A'sharia

Hi, my name is A'sharia James and I am 12 years old. I was born in a city called Akron, Ohio. I speak English, Swahili, and Spanish. My mom is a hair stylist and my dad is a barber. I want to be a hair stylist when I grow up because I love doing hair.

I like to eat almost any kind of candy, and like all things that are sweet. I like to hang out with my friends and watch movie. Three words that describe me are fun, smart, and creative. On the weekends I usually study and watch television with my friends. I really like using my phone, and hanging out with my friends and family. My favorite songs are "Brand new me", "titanium", "listen" and "amnesia". My favorite movies are Madea movies, Rio, Hotel Transylvania 2, and the Faults in our Stars. I enjoy playing the guitar, as well as the keyboard. However, my musical talent would be singing. One of my favorite memories from this year is when I helped my friend with her art project.

Some places I would like to travel to are Brazil, Peru, Dominican Republic, and Morocco. I would like to know what types of candy they have in Morocco.

Student Spotlight #18: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Lauren

Hi. My name is Lauren Michaels. I am 12 years old and I was born in Boston, Massachusetts. I speak English, and I am learning how to speak Spanish. I have a brother, two sisters, and my parents are from NYC (New York City).

I like to dance, read, sing, and do gymnastics. I also like play softball and watch American football. I like listening to pop music, and my favorite book series is Harry Potter.

One of my favorite memories from 2015 was when I went to summer camp for a week with my friends. We went swimming in the lake and had a lot of fun.

These are a few other things I would like to tell you about myself. My my favorite movies is The Hunger Games. I like competing in sports. I sing in the chorus at school. I can play the violin. My favorite colors are purple and light blue. My favorite holidays are Christmas and Thanksgiving. I have a dog. I love to go to the beach and theme parks in the summer. My best subjects in school are Spanish and Social Studies.

Something Moroccans should know America is that we are very modern and have advanced technology. There are fifty states in the USA, and I like in Georgia which was one of the original thirteen colonies.

I would like to know what your school is like, if your country is modern, what your culture is like, and what are your favorite foods.

Student Spotlight #17: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Daniel

Hello. My name is Daniel Acosta. I am 13 years old and I was born in Budapest, Hungary in Europe. I speak Spanish, Hungarian, and English.

My family lives in many places around the world like Hungary, Colombia, Spain, Poland, Ukraine, Canada, Australia, United States, and Indonesia.

My favorite sports are soccer (football), and martial arts.I would say that three words that describe me would be smart, brave, and athletic. My favorite things to eat are steak, kebab, and hamburgers. I like to listen to all kinds of music. I have traveled a lot in my life and I love doing it.

One of my favorite memories from this year was Summer break and holidays like Thanksgiving, and Halloween.

Something Moroccans should know about America is that there are people from all over the world here in the United States. I am interested in knowing what traditions, food, sports, and hobbies Moroccans have.

Student Spotlight #13: Elkins Pointe Middle School (United States)

Isabella

My name is Isabella Drake. I am 13 years old and was born in Roswell, GA, USA. I speak English, Italian, and a little Spanish. My mom was born and raised in Italy and my dad was raised in a small town in Indiana. My mom and dad met when they worked in London, England. My mom learned English and moved the USA after they had two daughters.

Some of my favorite hobbies are swimming in my pool or jumping on a trampoline. I do gymnastics 6 hours a week and enjoy watching American football. My favorite type of music is pop. The foods I really like are Italian, Japanese, and American. My favorite American food is bacon cheeseburgers, or a New York strip steak.Three words that describe me are intelligent, athletic, and confident.

One of my favorite memories from this year is when I went to Italy and I got to see my friends that I had not seen in years.

Something Moroccans should know about America is that you may think we have a lot of freedom, but we don't. Our parents are always scared that something will happen to us if we go out alone. Therefore adults are everywhere.

Do you have a lot of freedom in Morocco? What are the schools like? Do you live in a city or in the country? Are there a lot of big cities in Morocco?

Other things I would like to tell you are that the schools here might be different than in Morocco. Here, we have 8 different classes. When each class is over a bell rings and we have 4 minutes to get to the next class. Two of those classes are called "connections", which are classes like art, music, drama, physical education, health and more. Our connections classes change every nine weeks, During the four minutes between classes we can go to our lockers, the bathrooms, or to get water. Also, one of the periods a study and lunch period. My schedule is: band first, then physical education, then social studies, then science, then Spanish, then lunch, then math, and lastly language arts. When the school day is over some people walk home, some get picked up in a car by their parents, but most students ride the bus home.

Student Spotlight #12: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Daniel

My name is Daniel Acosta. I am 13 years old and was born in Budapest, Hungary in Europe.

Some languages I speak are Spanish, Hungarian, and English. I have family members in many places around the world like Hungary, Colombia, Spain, Poland, Ukraine, Canada, Australia, United States, and Indonesia. I love travelling and have traveled a lot in my life.

My favorite sports are soccer and martial arts. My favorites things to eat are steak, kebab, and hamburgers. I like to listen to all kinds of music. Three words that describe me are: smart, brave, and athletic.

Some of my favorite memories from this year were Summer break, and holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Something Moroccans should know about America is that it is a very diverse country and there are are people from all over the world here. I am interested in knowing what traditions, foods, sports, and hobbies Moroccans have.

Student Spotlight #9: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Jacob

My name is Jacob Montes-Sabino and I am thirteen years old. I was born in Roswell, Georgia, United States and I speak English and Japanese.

Something I would like to tell you about my family is that we are very athletic. We like to exercise a lot and play sports.

Some of my favorite hobbies are playing sports and video games. My favorite sports are soccer and football. My favorite music is a song called "Hotline Bling" by Drake. My favorite books are Maze Runner. My favorite foods are baked ziti and fried rice.

One of my favorite memories from this year was early release day at school because we went on a field trip and I got to ride on the school bus with all my friends.

Student Spotlight #8: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Abby

My name is Abby Carpenter. I am twelve years old and I was born in Roswell, Georgia, United States. I speak English and Japanese.

Something I would like to tell you about my family is that I have two sisters who are twins.

Some of my favorite hobbies are bookworm, musical, and enthusiastic. My favorite hobbies are playing violin, dancing, and reading. My favorite sports are dance and football. My favorite music is classical and pop-punk. My favorite books are Harry Potter, and fan-fiction. My favorite foods are sushi, candy, and hamburgers.

One of my favorite memories from this year was when I got into an orchestra.

Something Moroccans should know about America is that we may seem perfect, but we have political disagreements.

I am glad I was given the opportunity to communicate with you!

Photo time in America!

 Katie, Micah, Mason, and Makaila in Mr. Leventhal's Social Studies class.

Student Spotlight #7: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Mason

My name is Mason Bicnell. I am thirteen years old and I was born in Atlanta, GA, USA. I speak English and I'm learning Spanish.

Some things I would like to tell you about my family is that it contains 4 people; my mother, father, my brother, and me. Three words that describe me are intelligent, handsome, and athletic.

Some of my favorite hobbies are football, baseball, and basketball. My favorite music is pop. My favorite book is "Hatchet". My favorite foods are ribs and steak.

One of my favorite memories from this year is my birthday.

Something Moroccans should know about Americans is that we are very loud!! :)

Another thing I would like to tell you is that our Social Studies class is very interesting and fun with Mr. Leventhal as our teacher. Yeet! :)

Student Spotlight #6: Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Makaila

My name is Makaila. I am twelve years old and I was born in California (USA). I speak English, Sign Language, and I am currently learning Spanish.

Something I would like to tell you about my family is that I have an identical twin sister named Mariah. Three words that describe me are: intelligent, creative, and fun.

Some of my favorite hobbies are playing volleyball and reading. My favorite book is "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio and my and my favorite foods are potatoes, sushi, and cheesecake.

One of my favorite memories from this year was volunteering at the Elementary school with my friend at their Halloween dance party.

Something Moroccans should know about America is that America is a place everyone should visit in their lifetime.

Other things I would like to tell you are that I am in 7th Grade, I am in Jr. Beta club at my school, and I play the clarinet in my school band.When I grow up, I want to go to Stanford University in California.

Student Spotlight #2 - Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Micah

My name is Micah Rodman. I am twelve years old and I was born in Atlanta, GA, USA. I speak English and a bit of Spanish.

Some things I would like to tell you about my family are that I have two sisters and a dog. Three words that describe me are intelligent, athletic, and nice.

Some of my favorite hobbies are lacrosse, basketball, and swimming. My favorite sports are lacrosse, and basketball. My favorite music is rock or pop. My favorite books are The Maze Runner series. My favorite food is spaghetti and meatballs.

One of my favorite memories from this year is having good teachers.. Something Moroccans should know about America is that we like McDonalds.

Another thing I would like to tell you is that our class is fun and we all like Mr. Leventhal.

Student Spotlight #1 - Elkins Pointe Middle School (USA)

Katie

My name is Katie White. I am thirteen years old and I was born in Atlanta, GA, USA. I speak English and partly Spanish.

Some things I would like to tell you about my family are that there are five people and we love big family dinners. Three words that describe me are fun, smart, and energetic.

Some of my favorite hobbies are cheerleading and tumbling. My favorite sport is cheerleading. My favorite music is country music. My favorite book is The Maze Runner and my favorite food is sushi.

One of my favorite memories from this year was my birthday. Some thing Moroccans should know about America is that Americans are very loud.

Other things I would like to tell you are that I have two sisters; One is an older sister and I also have a twin sister. Also, my grandfather is from Egypt.