We all arrived at Snowy River alpine campus on Sunday the 9th of October this day was exciting. There were a ‘zillion’ questions going through my head though everyone’s I think, what’s my room partner going to be like? I wonder if they’re nice? This was also the day that 45 students parted with their families to undertake a 9 week alpine experience. On the first night there were a few really enthusiastic people and most of us were shy and trying to figure everyone else out. However, by day 2 it felt like everyone had known each other for ages.

On Monday we meet with our expo team which involved my school and Dromana College students, making a team of 11. Most of the students are getting used to class times now and becoming really relaxed around everybody else. We have fitness classes in the morning and everyone is up by 7:30 am for morning head count. This school isn’t like any other, the teachers treat you as equals. The lessons are really creative and not like your normal sit down classes. Already I can tell this is going to be an unforgettable experience.

On Saturday we had our first rest day there was a few activities to choose from (fishing, golfing, or going for a swim at the beach). Cameron was planning to go golfing and walked outside and said to us “where is the golfing bus?”. I couldn’t help but laugh as we pointed down the driveway, where the golfing bus was driving away.

Clare – Portland Secondary Collage