One delayed flight. One missed connection. One day late to India. One flat tire. One very small airport. Any one of these events could have defined our outcomes in India yet nothing could ultimately deter this group from enjoying the experience of a lifetime. From the villages of Rudrapur to Jim Corbett National Park to the Taj Majal and Agra the group learned to support each other in the midst of varying unscripted situations. The students also grew as individuals with the priceless moments to interact with local residents on a personal level.
On our last full day in India we had one final opportunity to forge a connection with a group of local high school students. We were fortunate to meet a group of teachers and students from the Shiv Nadar School as they hosted us at the Dilli Haat market in Delhi. This local market provides a space for vendors from around India to sell their arts and crafts giving the customers a unique perspective of just how much regional variety India offers. The students enjoyed perusing together with their peers visiting the various stalls and even trying to haggle for products. Through it all you could see how proud the Shiv Nadar students are of their country, and our students relished the opportunity to spend time with peers. During conversations over lunch it was fascinating to hear all the students inquire about and compare their school experiences.
This final day was a fitting end to a momentous trip that offered students vital global perspectives while also allowing them to interact with local students. In Rudrapur and in Delhi our Bullis students met local students who share hopes and dreams and are working to make a difference in their communities. The ability to connect people is what helped make this trip so special.
~Mr. Whitford
On our last full day in India we had one final opportunity to forge a connection with a group of local high school students. We were fortunate to meet a group of teachers and students from the Shiv Nadar School as they hosted us at the Dilli Haat market in Delhi. This local market provides a space for vendors from around India to sell their arts and crafts giving the customers a unique perspective of just how much regional variety India offers. The students enjoyed perusing together with their peers visiting the various stalls and even trying to haggle for products. Through it all you could see how proud the Shiv Nadar students are of their country, and our students relished the opportunity to spend time with peers. During conversations over lunch it was fascinating to hear all the students inquire about and compare their school experiences.
This final day was a fitting end to a momentous trip that offered students vital global perspectives while also allowing them to interact with local students. In Rudrapur and in Delhi our Bullis students met local students who share hopes and dreams and are working to make a difference in their communities. The ability to connect people is what helped make this trip so special.
~Mr. Whitford
