I am attending what is known as a Folkehøgskole.
What is a Folkehøgskole?
The direct translation is, "folk high school" but it is something that is unique to Norway. It is a year of school without grades, tests or homework. The point of the year is to grow individually and socially. It is also a chance to experiences some new things.
So how does it work?
When you apply, you apply for a class as well. This class is your "main" class that you are in the whole year. But you have the opportunity to sign up for electives and participate in other school related activities. The school week is Monday through Saturday, which makes it sound like a bummer but usually our Saturday seminars as we call them, are pretty fun.
Why did I choose a Folk high school
My Norwegian grandma told me about them when I was maybe ten years old and I though "that sounds like fun." Here I am eight years later, and living the dream.
What am I studying?
The class a I chose is called "Social Engagement in practice: Oslo" and wow that's a mouthful! So it's nickname is SE: Oslo. This class studies the culture, people and problems in Norways capital city, Oslo. I find it very interesting and exciting and I am enjoying it a lot.
What does my day look like?
I usually start my day out by getting dressed and going downstairs to eat breakfast with about a hundred other people. After breakfast I go to morning prayer, it's not required but it's a good way to start the day off. After that I go to Morning assembly and then to class. In class we either go on a field trip or we stay at the school. After class I go and eat dinner with 180 other people. After dinner it's off to any electives or other activities I may have that evening.
The last couple of months have been really great and I have learned so much. This is easily one of the best decisions I ever made.
This is Miriam signing off!
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