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Kayaking on the Charles River

Spring is in full bloom in beautiful Boston!  This past weekend, a group of over 20 students joined ELC for a kayaking trip on the Charles River, which separates Boston and Cambridge.  The weather was more than perfect – sunshine, sunshine, sunshine! The water was calm and the students were excited!

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Once we crossed the Charles River, we floated down the relaxing esplanade, enjoying the bright and colorful cherry blossom and magnolia trees!  The Charles River Esplanade is one of my favorite places in Boston.  Whether you take a walk, hang out on the docks with friends, enjoy a picnic by the water, or kayak downstream with ELC, the Esplanade is sure to impress and relax you.

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After kayaking, we sure did work up an appetite!  Our whole group ventured to Tasty Burger in Harvard Square!  Nothing beats a nice greasy burger and fries after a long kayaking trip!  Our visit to Harvard Square certainly got our students ready for our visit to Harvard University on May 14th! Be sure to join us then as we visit the campus and explore Harvard Square, which has great food and even better shopping!

Yours truly,
Cara, the activities addict! (also known as the Student Services Coordinator at ELC Boston)

2013
05/03
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Student Spotlight: Simone Griener

Simone with the "Make Way for Ducklings" sculpture

It’s always a special moment when students return to ELC.  Whether it’s just a visit while they’re passing through or they come back again to study, the staff and teachers at ELC are always so excited to see a familiar face. Simone Griener from Germany just completed the ELC Hat Trick – Today, she finished her third course at ELC Boston.  Aside from being an exemplary student, she is a dear friend of mine.  Before she leaves us again, I took a moment to sit down with her and reflect on her time here in Boston.  

~ Cara, the Student Services Coordinator at ELC Boston 

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Cara:  This is your third time at ELC Boston. How would you describe your time at ELC?

Simi: It was a wonderful time, probably the most interesting time ever in my life.  I met people from all over the world I would have never met anywhere else. You learn a lot about different culture, make a lot of new friends and improve your English at the same time — Could it get any better?!

Cara:  What keeps you coming back to ELC Boston?

Simi:  I still want to improve my English skills but I also want to see my friends here and visit the beautiful city.  It is so nice to come back and see familiar places; you feel so much love at ELC. It’s like a family.

Cara: What is your favorite memory at ELC? Any favorite activities?

Simi:  I can’t think of any favorite activity. There were so many favorites! Beginning with the Duck Tour, soccer, going out to Fajitas & Ritas, McCormick & Schmick’s, kayaking, visiting a museum together, or going to a Red Sox or Celtics game, everything was just perfect and impressive. You will have the time of your life!

Cara: What are your future plans?

Simi:  I want to finish my studies in Germany.  I am styding English and Spanish so I want to be a high school teacher afterwards. So maybe I can teach in Boston or in any other country some day.  Thank you for everything!

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2013
04/12
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Kayaking on the Charles River

One of the most wonderful ways to spend a sunny afternoon in Boston is going out kayaking or canoeing! Along the Charles River you get a great view of the Boston skyline and Harvard University. There is no rush; you can explore the river paddling around or relax and float along to take the whole scene in. But beware! Mischievous ELC students in other kayaks or canoes might splash you!

Put your paddle up in the air!

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07/14
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